To see some truths you must stand outside and look in.

The simpler the insight, the more profound the conclusion.

What we see of the universe is vast. We know that the universe is something like 90 billion light-years across.

Topology and number theory are my faves.

Forever is a very long time, especially the bit towards the end.

I think there's a certain lyricism in the telling of a scientific story.

Why, God? You made man in your own image. Why then do so many lack good sense? And why is that we are so easily drawn to hate and kill each other? Why, God?

Perfectionism is not the same thing as striving to be our best. Perfectionism is not about healthy achievement and growth it's a shield.

The experience of being understood, versus interpreted, is so compelling you can charge admission.

Ah, why can't I know if I love, or if I hate?

Evolution is the secret for the next step.

Ive never really been the type to dress up like the other girls do. Im more of a casual, relaxed kind of girl. More athletic.

(The Tao) is always present and always available. . . . If you are willing to be lived by it, you will see it everywhere, even in the most ordinary things.

I love the art form, but working in film can be a disheartening experience.

Dedication: My thanks to the people who showed me that opera was stranger than I could imagine. I can best repay their kindness by not mentioning their names here.