The wise man does not discriminate; he gathers all the shreds of light, from wherever they may come.
A more diverse force is a stronger force. A more diverse mindset makes you a stronger force. If you have the same outlook, if you have the same mindset, you don't get much innovation.
And, by the way, one of the most delightful things I find in America is meeting a people without prejudice -- everywhere open to the truth.
Refrain from being too judgmental. You'll often be surprised by what people have to offer.
To enjoy the world without judgment is what a realized life is like.
I want to welcome folks to poetry, especially those who may have previously felt unwelcome; I want to celebrate everyone who is trying to make sense of this world through poetry the way I try to.
What I miss [about church] is being forced to be in community with people that aren't the same as me.
I'm keeping an open mind as always, because that's what you have to do.
It is a time of change,'' Sazed said. ''Perhaps it is also time to learn of other truths, other ways.
