"Happiness is that state of consciousness which proceeds from the achievement of one’s values.”

- Ayn Rand

 "Acceptance of one's life has nothing to do with resignation; it does not mean running away from the struggle. On the contrary, it means accepting it as it comes, with all the handicaps of heredity, of suffering, of psychological complexes."

- Paul Tournier

 "Adult friendships are hard. Everyone is busy, and life happens. I've learned you gotta text people when you're thinking of them. A simple, 'Thinking of you, hope all is well,' really goes a long way." 

— Rob Lowe