The abyss beyond our beliefs is something we have to pass through in order to see the world anew, to see it in terms not dictated so much by our culture, our parents, or our religious convictions.

There is a saying in Bali: "We have no art. We do everything as beautifully as possible." This reflects my philosophy of practice. I try to remember daily what a gift it is to have the privilege of living in this wondrous world.

Trust what moves you most deeply.

We suffer from the illusion that the faster we run, the more likely we are to grasp happiness. The truth is that the velocity necessary for success rarely exceeds the rate of reflection.

What shapes our lives are the questions we ask, refuse to ask, or never think to ask.

What happens if I try to build a life dedicated to avoiding all danger and all unnecessary risk?

We learn to fly not by being fearless, but by the daily practice of courage.