In my view, compassion takes empathy to another level. With compassion, there is an internal calling to move empathy into action. Compassion is love in action.

To stay true to ourselves and remain kind to others is an art. It does require daily vigilance and, at the same time, it’s important to remember that art can often get messy.

Hitting bottom is an inside job — it's something that happens within our consciousness.

When we observe the flow of our breathing, we transcend our thoughts and are able to bring mind and body into harmony with each other. Thus, we create calm.

Healthy and non-shaming mirroring is an important part of the process. We can gain this from a highly emotionally intelligent and effective peer group that has our best interests at heart.

If we are continuing to attract partners that are emotionally unavailable, then it’s essential that we observe our own addictive patterns rather than focusing on theirs.

From anonymous bullying to anonymous murder for hire, the Internet had something for every sick taste.

The man of genius is he and he alone who finds such joy in his art that he will work at it come hell or high water.

By indignities men come to dignities.

Undeservedly you will atone for the sins of your fathers.

How much of this truth can I bear to see and still live unblinded? How much of this pain can I use?

There is a source of power in each of us that we don't realize until we take responsibility.

I believe in the literal rising of the body of Christ. It's the cornerstone of my Christian faith.

A woman can put up with almost anything; anything but indifference.

Limitation of armaments in itself is economically and financially important quite apart from security.

Ive been criticised for pretty, smiley photographs, but at least someone is happy! In my mind, I am always giving the image to the sitter.