For eons, humans have struggled to find less destructive ways of living together.

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.

Disorder can play a critical role in giving birth to new, higher forms of order.

Innovation is fostered by information gathered from new connections; from insights gained by journeys into other disciplines or places; from active, collegial networks and fluid, open boundaries. Innovation arises from ongoing circles of exchange, where information is not just accumulated or stored, but created. Knowledge is generated anew from connections that weren't there before.

And time for reflection with colleagues is for me a lifesaver; it is not just a nice thing to do if you have the time. It is the only way you can survive.

Independence is a political concept, not a biological concept.

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.