Everyone has a need for significance; and if we can't make that possible, or even probable, in our society, then it will be obtained in destructive ways.

Creativity is the encounter of the intensively conscious human being with his world.

Forge in the smithy of your soul.

Evil, in this system of ethics, is that which tears apart, shuts out the other person, raises barriers, sets people against each other.

Creativity is not merely the innocent spontaneity of our youth and childhood; it must also be married to the passion of the adult human being, which is a passion to live beyond one's death.

Creativity is neither the product of neurosis nor simple talent, but an intense courageous encounter with the Gods.

Intimacy requires courage because risk is inescapable.