Many books on communication are strong on theory but impractical on application. Marshall Rosenberg's instant classic is the stand-out exception. It is clear and compelling in its logic and flat-out inspiring in its inviting exposition of usable techniques and strategies. If this book is read by enough people, the world will transform.

Support your friends - even in their mistakes. But be clear, however, that it is the friend and not the mistake you are supporting.

I don't need a "reason" to be happy. I don't have to consult the future to know how happy I feel now.

Whenever I find myself arguing for something with great passion, I can be certain I'm not convinced.

Next time I will ..." "From now on I will ..." - What makes me think I am wiser today than I will be tomorrow?

Most words evolved as a description of the outside world, hence their inadequacy to describe what is going on inside me.

Love, the magician, knows this little trick whereby two people walk in different directions yet always remain side by side.