We cannot become what we need to be by remaining what we are.
~ Max De Pree

I’ve wrestled with reality for 35 years, Doctor, and I’m happy to state I finally won out over it.
~ Mary Chase

I think that one possible definition of our modern culture is that it is one in which nine-tenths of our intellectuals can’t read any poetry.
~ Randall Jarrell

It is always easier to believe than to deny. Our minds are naturally affirmative.
~ John Burroughs