True silence is the rest of the mind, and is to the spirit what sleep is to the body, nourishment and refreshment. – William Penn Category: Solitude
The right to be alone — the most comprehensive of rights, and the right most valued by civilized man. – Louis D. Brandeis Category: Solitude
We visit others as a matter of social obligation. How long has it been since we have visited with ourselves? – Morris Adler Category: Solitude
I have a great deal of company in the house, especially in the morning when nobody calls. – Henry David Thoreau Category: Solitude
You cant be as old as I am without waking up with a surprised look on your face every morning: Holy Christ, whaddya know – Im still around! Its absolutely amazing that I survived all the booze and smoking and the cars and the career. – Paul Newman Category: amazing
Among those who dislike oppression are many who like to oppress. – Napoleon Bonaparte Category: Oppression
Humor is a very important thing. It is a natural predilection. It is an emotional release. – Ray Stevenson Category: Humor
