That’s the other thing I learned that day, that the truth, however shocking or uncomfortable, in the end leads to liberation and dignity.

The best way to avoid criticism is never do anything ever. Or, do what you love, have a great life & let others spend their time criticising.

I never had a plan. I just sort of ambled along, doing exactly what I wanted every day of my life.

Spirituality really lost its way when it became a stick to beat people with: ‘Do this or you’ll burn in hell.

[As a kid] I did enjoy making people laugh but I was also attracted to funny people. I'm [still] quite happy to not be the one trying to make other people laugh. I'm happy laughing at someone else. I enjoy laughing and I'll happily be the one just laughing all night if you can make me laugh.

I think what makes us human is those choices - whether to tell the truth or not.

Why buy a book when you can join a library?