Shutting out your problems does not dismiss them. Ignorance is not bliss. On the contrary, it creates an opportunity for those problems to grow.

Happiness will never flourish in a life bereft of optimism.

I understand (finally) that God does not REACT to prayers or petitions. He has ACTED. It is already done.

Why trade definite for a maybe?

Depending on the strength of the relationship, level of communication and one’s tolerance for discord, many people are able to get past normal skirmishes unscathed.

In relationships, everyone makes mistakes. If you are forgiven for yours, don't take it for granted.

Truth be told, many couples spend more time planning the wedding and the honeymoon than they do preparing for the marriage.

Trying to change someone to suit your desires is a setup for disappointment.

No one should gain access to the important areas of your life if you are not absolutely sure they are there for good reason.

No matter how worldly I became, there was always that one part of me that never forgot where I came from and how simple life was there.

Don't be managed by the likelihood of mishaps. Be motivated by the promise of favor!

One way poetry connects is across time. . . . Some echo of a writer's physical experience comes into us when we read her poem.

Use everything you have to become what they said you couldn't

Born to fly, endless possibilities.

Although we often hear that data speak for themselves, their voices can be soft and sly

Poetry for me is as much a spiritual practice as sexual ecstasy is.

As long as the mind clings to belief, it is held in a prison.

You have to drop your sales mentality and start working with your prospects as if they've already hired you.

Never save the best for later. You don't know what tomorrow holds.

Speak up. Believe in yourself. Take risks.

No thought lives in your head rent-free.