The best philosophers were not academics, but had another job, so their philosophy was not corrupted by careerism.

You know, children philosophize more than adults - and they are critical of adults.

You will get the most attention from those who hate you. No friend, no admirer and no partner will flatter you with as much curiosity.

Inequalities of wealth lead to a dispersion in wealth for all.

In a global economy, the Bush doctrine of unilateralism - going it alone - has been disastrous. It's becoming increasingly clear that we're all in this together. Your happiness is my happiness, your suffering is my suffering, your recession is my recession.

Self-esteem is as important to our well-being as legs are to a table. It is essential for physical and mental health and for happiness.

Thousands of candles can be lighted from a single candle, and the life of the candle will not be shortened. Happiness never decreases by being shared.

But O, how bitter a thing it is to look into happiness through another man's eyes.