by Tao Oliveto, Carrboro, NC

I read some of Tom Robbins work awhile ago, but coming across some of the quotes from his novels are resonating more with me recently than ever. The green systems and technology alone won’t be enough to save us from ourselves. We have to also “confront” our values based around luxury and convenience and get back to the values of actually living and loving in a connected way - both with nature and with each other. We want honesty from our employers, our friends and our politicians. We should just as strongly demand honesty from ourselves. Take a breath, then take a look at how and why you are here. Then follow your bliss.

If you’re honest, you sooner or later have to confront your values. Then you’re forced to separate what is right from what is merely legal. - Tom Robbins, author

Real courage is risking something that you have to keep on living with, real courage is risking something that might force you to rethink your thoughts and suffer change and stretch consciousness. Real courage is risking one’s cliches.” — Tom Robbins, author

Somewhere I heard that real courage is bravery coupled with wisdom. Wisdom lies within. Be courageous and listen.

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