We don't live by just sleeping and eating. We need pride and dignity in our lives. Work gives you that.

Cosmetics is a boon to every woman, but a girl's best beauty aid is still a near-sighted man.

Events are the best teacher for us. You try to learn from people, there is always some bend to it.

We know that our cells are speaking to each other.

I don't think you should always stay calm in a tense situation, because you might not ever confront the problem. Maybe it's better to actually let yourself be tense - and find a solution.

I never thought, "I'm going to be an artist". When I actually began to become successful in the art world I made it a point to say, 'I am a dilettante, I am not a professional artist", which is true.

When I speak out against the guns or against the big corporations, some of my friends say, 'Oh Yoko, be careful. These people have all the power.' But, you know, most people don't speak out because they are frightened.