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An intimate relationship does not banish loneliness. Only when we are comfortable with who we are can we truly function in a healthy way.

Don’t hold together what must fall apart. The familiar life crumbles so the new life can begin.

Our notions about happiness entrap us. We forget that they are just ideas. Our idea of happiness can prevent us from actually being happy. We fail to see the opportunity for joy that is right in front of us when we are caught in a belief that happiness should take a particular form.

Ignore people who threaten your joy. Literally, ignore them. Say nothing. Don’t invite any parts of them into your space.

If I was meant to be controlled, I would have come with a remote.

People don’t always need advice. Sometimes all they need is a hand to hold, an ear to listen, and a heart to understand.

Your heart knows the way. Run in that direction.

You know, people seldom go to the trouble of scratching the surface of things to find the inner truth.

I like cancelled plans. And empty bookstores. I like rainy days and thunderstorms. And quiet coffee shops. I like messy beds and over-worn pajamas. Most of all, I like the small joys that a simple life brings.

When you are with the wrong person, you always feel like you are asking for too much. When you are with the right person, you don’t have to ask for much at all.

Sometimes your heart needs more time to accept what your mind already knows.

I hope you live a life you’re proud of. If you find that you’re not, I hope you have the strength to start all over again.

Don’t cling to a mistake just because you spent a lot of time making it.

You cannot change what you refuse to confront.