Most people go through their whole lives," John went on, "and never have one miracle happen to them. You've had dozens and dozens, and you still want more! It's like God gives you a brownie, I mean a really good brownie, but you can't be content with it. You want the whole pan of brownies. Nobody gets that.

When we run from our feelings, they follow us. Everywhere.

Absolutely lonely people have few personal interactions of any kind.

Remember, intimacy increases with honesty. Share less to keep people away and more to draw them closer.

Anyone who comes into your life, under any circumstances, has something to teach you.

When making a decision, focus on what feels "shackles off" versus "shackles on".

Don't expect the future to look like the past. Clear away expectations, and let yourself picture a wild, grand new world.