We all know how 'modern democracies take loaves from the wealthy.' It's the slipups in the 'pass them out to the poor' department that inspire a study of Economics.

Depression, as far as I'm concerned, is just a waste of time.

I used to hold grudges until I realized that most people are narcissistic and their actions are driven by an unhealthy self-interest and not maliciousness towards me.

Did you ever see anyone shot by a gun without bleeding?

Nature does not care that you are comfortable, only that you evolve.

Perfection is impossible without humility. Why should I strive for perfection, if I am already good enough?

What magical trick makes us intelligent? The trick is that there is no trick. The power of intelligence stems from our vast diversity, not from any single, perfect principle.

I appreciate my time in the gym.

Trust is congruence between what you say and what you do.

Money often costs too much, and power and pleasure are not cheap.

My perspective comes in part from being a New York black lady, in part from being an engineer. I know I'm smart and have opinions worth being heard.