Earth Day is the first holy day...and is devoted to the harmony of nature... The celebration offends no historical calendar, yet it transcends them all.

Always remember that you are absolutely unique. Just like everyone else.

Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it's the only thing that ever has.

Children must be taught how to think, not what to think.

Prayer does not use up artificial energy, doesn't burn up any fossil fuel, doesn't pollute. Neither does song, neither does love, neither does the dance.

I do not believe in using women in combat, because females are too fierce.

I learned the value of hard work by working hard.

Never depend upon institutions or government to solve any problem. All social movements are founded by, guided by, motivated and seen through by the passion of individuals.

A small group of thoughtful people could change the world.

Everyone needs to have access both to grandparents and grandchildren in order to be a full human being.

Sister is probably the most competitive relationship within the family, but once the sisters are grown, it becomes the strongest relationship.

Ambition is a noble passion which may legitimately take many forms

A government that is big enough to give you all you want is big enough to take it all away.

And at some point I would like to talk my publisher into doing an anthology of my poetry alongside some teen readers' poetry. It would be fun, and really wonderful to get their stuff out there.

Unfortunately, there are so many people who live their whole life in a place that is safe and protected and simple and they don't really have that strength inside to fly.

Give Mozart a fairy tale and he creates without effort an immortal masterpiece.

..., twice two is four is not life, gentlemen, but the beginning of death.

Stan Hack has as many friends in baseball as Leo Durocher has enemies

No one need punish me for any wrongs, real or imagined. I am very good at doing it all by myself. I have the scars to prove it.

If you want to feel more comfortable and happy, work on making the people around you more comfortable and happy.

Sadhana is a search for what to give up. Empty yourself completely.