“Many people are happy to mistake a lucky poker hand for their own brilliance, and fighting that human instinct has kept me sane. I honestly believe that community, spontaneity, and a real commitment to humility has helped me build a rich life that means much more to me than any diploma. And believe me, I'm not saying the goal is to renounce accomplishments, but rather to metabolize them. If you carry your victories lightly, other qualities, kindness, originality, courage, humor, and humanity have room to emerge.”

‘I trust that God knows that deserts exist and that I cannot eradicate them. There is no rain dance sufficient for shifting ancient weather patterns. Winter is not shortened by our intercessions (although you can move to Florida.) Seasons are not problems to be solved. All we can do on the banks of the dried up river bed is say “amen.” Bless the unsolvable circumstance! Accept your inability to solve all problems.’