Statistics in the hands of activists have power.

Another life-lesson: until our minds are emptied, how will we receive?

To derive joy from simple things; to derive joy from beautiful, giving persons; to give back, indeed to give away; to be thankful, as we are so often told we must be, for small mercies.

No cosmic purpose is served by our suffering or that of those dear to us—just as no cosmic purpose is served by our being born or by our dying; and that for the simple reason that there is no ‘cosmic purpose’.

Suffering is real. To urge anything that dismisses it as ‘unreal’ is to mock the pain of another.

Don't avoid doing something wondering what its consequences may be. Give it a thought, break it down, and consider what really may happen rather than not do it at all.

Let eternal vigilance be the price of liberty and integrity of the country hereafter.

I believe in prayer. I believe in gratitude and serving people.

Every challenge has its own unique problems.

I do not need any rest. I enjoy my work, and at work, I rest. I rest with my good work.