Bad artists ignore the darkness of human existence. Good artists often get stuck there. Great artists embrace the full catastrophe of our condition and find beyond it an even deeper truth of peace, healing, and redemption.
Martha BeckThe only map of your right life is written on your soul at its most peaceful, and the only sure compass is your heart at its most open.
Martha BeckDon't fight fearful thoughts. Just match each one with an alternative thought that brings you more peace.
Martha BeckI explain to everyone I deal with-co-workers, children, friends-that I'm transitionally challenged and they should call me on my cell phone if I'm even a few minutes late. Such calls often come in when I'm happily writing or rearranging the furniture. The monochrones in my life are so organized, they have no trouble remembering to remind me to show up.
Martha Beck