The approach is that the best way to use unwanted circumstances on the path of enlightenment is not to resist but to lean into them.

Everybody loves something, even if it's only tortillas.

Deep down in the human spirit, there is a reservoir of courage. It is always available, always waiting to be discovered.

To lead a life that goes beyond pettiness and prejudice and always wanting to make sure that everything turns out on our own terms, to lead a more passionate, full, and delightful life than that, we must realize that we can endure a lot of pain and pleasure for the sake of finding out who we are and what this world is...

When things are shaky and nothing is working, we might realize that we are on the verge of something. We might realize that this is a very vulnerable and tender place, and that tenderness can go either way. We can shut down and feel resentful or we can touch in on that throbbing quality. (9)

Like all explorers, we are drawn to discover what's out there without knowing yet if we have the courage to face it.

Difficult people are the greatest teachers.