984 Quotes About Simplicity

An argument is a creation of discussion happening between an intelligent and a fool person. In this argument, an intelligent person is a bigger fool.

The most effective listening happens with a closed mouth and an open mind.

It's my belief; no one is obliged to accept it.

Politeness is the most influential language, yet not many people speak this language.

People are complicated, not the problems.

The satisfaction, the immense joy, which accompanies the completion of simple, everyday tasks.

I've never felt that I was making any of this up—not the name, Earthseed, not any of it. I mean, I've never felt that it was anything other than real: discovery rather than invention, exploration rather than creation. I wish I could believe it was all supernatural and that I'm getting messages from God. But then, I don't believe in that kind of God. All I do is observe and take notes, trying to put things down in ways that are as powerful, as simple, and as direct as I feel them. (p 78)

Healing is simple, if one is healed.

They think I’m simpleminded because I seem to be happy. Why shouldn’t I be happy? I have everything I ever wanted and more. Maybe I am simpleminded. Maybe that’s the key: simple.