“Frugality is one of the most beautiful and joyful words in the English language, and yet one that we are culturally cut off from understanding and enjoying. The consumption society has made us feel that happiness lies in having things, and has failed to teach us the happiness of not having things.”

“Expressing emotion is not so easy. He has to remind himself that English is not her first language. Expressing emotion can be difficult even when the words are familiar. ”

“The most important things in a friendship didn't have to be said out loud.”

“All this talk about artificial intelligence is really just hype, it will take at least fifty years before we have to let them vote.”

“Us. We. Two of the most beautiful words in the English language. . .”

“Our culture has at its core the idea that more is better. Many of us design our lives around this belief. And yet the underlying qualities that truly affect happiness are not advanced one whit by having more material things. More peace of mind is gained by allowing ourselves to be satisfied with what we already have. More joy is not bought; it is found in our hearts.”

“Even if things are sometimes difficult there must always be good things to look forward to. Seeing you will be one of the big good things for me.”