Civilizations in decline are consistently characterised by a tendency towards standardization and uniformity. -Arnold Toynbee, historian (14 Apr 1889-1975)
I imagine one of the reasons people cling to their hates so stubbornly is because they sense, once hate is gone, they will be forced to deal with pain. -James Baldwin, writer
As far as we can discern, the sole purpose of human existence is to kindle a light of meaning in the darkness of mere being. - C. G. Jung - Memories, Dreams, Reflections
“If you’re sad today just remember the world is over 4 billion years old and you somehow managed to exist at the same time as David Bowie." - Simon Peeg