"A paranoid is someone who knows a little of what's going on."
- William S. Burroughs
Awareness
"All political movements are basically anti-creative — since a political movement is a form of war. “There’s no place for impractical dreamers around here,” that’s what they always say. “Your writing activities will be directed, kindly stop horsing around.” “As for the smoking of marijuana, it is the exploitation for the workers.” Both favor alcohol and are against pot."
- William S. Burroughs
Creativity
"A cat's rage is beautiful, burning with pure cat flame, all its hair standing up and crackling blue sparks, eyes blazing and sputtering."
- William S. Burroughs
Strength
"Your mind will answer most questions if you learn to relax and wait for the answer."
- William S. Burroughs
Mindfulness
"Your mind will answer most questions if you learn to relax and wait for the answers."
- William S. Burroughs
Mindfulness
"I never look back, darling. It distracts from the now."
- Edna Mode
Presence
"If we take care of the moments, the years will take care of themselves."
- Maria Edgeworth
Presence
"And remember, no matter where you go, there you are."
- Confucius
Presence
"The here and now is all we have, and if we play it right it’s all we’ll need."
- Ann Richards
Presence
"I don't look ahead. I'm right here with you. It's a good way to be."
- Danny DeVito
Presence