Karen Baxter

“For any marginalized group to change the story that society tells about them takes courage and perseverance.”
― Sharon Salzberg, Real Love: The Art of Mindful Connection

“From time to time it's fun to close our eyes, and in that dark say to ourselves, 'I am the sorcerer, and when I open my eyes I shall see a world that I have created, and for which I and only I am completely responsible.' Slowly then, eyelids open like curtains lifting stage-center. And sure enough, there's our world, just the way we've built it.”
― Richard Bach, The Bridge Across Forever: A True Love Story – A New York Times Bestselling Philosophical Memoir of Hope and Intimacy

“We live in a system that espouses merit, equality, and a level playing field, but exalts those with wealth, power, and celebrity, however gained.”
― Derrick Bell, Ethical Ambition: Living a Life of Meaning and Worth

“If you want to make a difference, the next time you see someone being cruel to another human being, take it personally. Take it personally because it is personal.”
― Mavis Leno