Dennis

“Freedom is not achieved by satisfying desire, but by eliminating it. Assure yourself of this by expending as much effort on these new ambitions as you did on those elusive goals. Work day and night to obtain a liberated frame of mind. Instead of a rich old man, cultivate the company of a philosopher. Be seen hanging around his door for a change. There’s no shame in the association, and you won’t go away unedified or empty-handed, provided you go with the right attitude. Try, at least - There in no shame in making an honest effort.”
― Epictetus, Discourses and Selected Writings

“News is to the mind what sugar is to the body: appetising, easily digestible and extremely damaging.”
― Rolf Dobelli, Stop Reading the News: A Manifesto for a Happier, Calmer and Wiser Life

“If you have an idea you’re excited about and you don’t bring it to life, it’s not uncommon for the idea to find its voice through another maker. This isn’t because the other artist stole your idea, but because the idea’s time has come.”
― Rick Rubin, The Creative Act: A Way of Being

“It is no measure of health to be well adjusted to a profoundly sick society.”
― Jiddu Krisnamurti