"The evolution of the cosmos invokes in me a sense of mystery; the increase in biodiversity invokes the response of humility; and an understanding of the evolution of death offers me helpful ways to think about my own death."

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Source : Ursula Goodenough (2000). “The Sacred Depths of Nature”, p.20, Oxford University Press, USA

Ursula Goodenough

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“Her heart was heavy because it was open, and so things filled it, and so things rushed out of it, but still the heart kept beating, tough and frighteningly powerful and meaning to shrug off the rest of her and continue on its own.”

Source : Helen Oyeyemi (2011). “Mr Fox”, p.171, Pan Macmillan
“I was very interested in highlighting group behaviour and I wanted to show that I think this is very fundamental about being a human being... that we are herd animals actually. So, I was looking for different situations that take place in different kinds of groups.”
“The twenty first century will require a re-affirmation and re-definition of our alliances and international organisations.”
“Intercession is the most unselfish thing anyone can do.”
“Energy efficiency should be on the priority list for all home improvement work these days. Canny builders will be able to provide homeowners with energy efficient measures which help them to save money and the planet.”
“Peter Dinklage is one of my oldest friends from New York!”
“The really cool thing is all about being able to take your movie around and show it. It puts you in direct contact with people who are like-minded and interested in similar things. I think the film festival circuit has certainly helped to foster the community.”
“I love making music and I'm falling in love with making records, so it's like having two girlfriends. But I can handle it.”

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