We each create our world by what we choose to notice, creating a world of distinction that makes sense to us. We then 'see' the world through the self we have created.

When we can lay down our fear and anger and choose responses other than aggression, we create the conditions for bringing out the best in us humans.

All social change begins with a conversation.

There is no power for change greater than a community discovering what it cares about.

[A]ll change, even very large and powerful change, begins when a few people start talking with one another about something they care about.

In the past, it was easier to believe in my own effectiveness. If I worked hard, with good colleagues and good ideas, we could make a difference. But now, I sincerely doubt that.

I believe that the capacity that any organization needs is for leadership to appear anywhere it is needed, when it is needed.