Thích Nhất Hạnh on inspiration

To think in terms of either pessimism or optimism oversimplifies the truth. The problem is to see reality as it is.

When you understand the roots of anger in yourself and in the other, your mind will enjoy true peace, joy and lightness.

The miracle is not to walk on water. The miracle is to walk on the green earth in the present moment, to appreciate the peace and beauty that are available now.

Imagination will often carry us to worlds that never were. But without it, we go nowhere.

Carl Sagan1934–1996Cosmos (1980), p. 4

Keep your fears to yourself, but share your inspiration with others.

Robert Louis Stevenson1850–1894

• Fear

Inspiration exists, but it has to find you working.

Pablo Picasso1881–1973

• Work