The 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.

To be really productive, it's as important to rest when we're tired as it is to work when we're inspired.

Recurrent floods of sadness and anger gradually wash away the rubble of the defunct relationship, leaving only the bits of treasure: the remembered moments of real communion, a new understanding of your own mistakes, a clear picture of the dysfunctions you will never tolerate again.

Ten bajillion product ads notwithstanding, your looks are another thing that's basically genetic.

A true leader is not someone who feels fully informed but someone who continuously receives insight and guidance.

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.

Use anything you can think of to understand and be understood, and you'll discover the creativity that connects you with others.