Quotes about Reflection

We take things at face value, don't we? You form an opinion about something immediately, but you ought to step back a bit. Take in the vista first.

First and foremost, the monk should own nothing in this world, but he should have as his possessions solitude of the body, modesty of bearing, a modulated tone of voice, and a well-ordered manner of speech. He should be without anxiety as to his food and drink, and should eat in silence.

I was 51 when I voted for the first time in 1994, and I look at South Africa through those spectacles.

I have had a very fun, positive experience in seminary. It's taught me a lot.

Take this marriage thing seriously - it has to last all the way to the divorce.

God is shaking me.

My whole faith was shattered there for a while.

I am always pleasantly surprised by the criticism because I learn from it and sometimes shocked by it.

I do say all I've ever written about is being alone. And most people take that as, 'Oh, that's so sad.' And I always say, 'No. No, all I ever write about is being alone, and sometimes that's a beautiful, beautiful thing.'

I actually like being alone. I spend most evenings reading and taking long baths.

It is simply a practical way to be more in touch with the fullness of your being through a systematic process of self-observation, self-inquiry, and mindful action.

Touching soap bubbles is another lovely metaphor.