Nature is neither pleasant nor painful. It is all intelligence and beauty. Pain and pleasure are in the mind.
I know it's very 'old media' of me to admit this, but I am often unnerved by the lack of civility on the Web.
Social activism has gone mainstream. A new generation of philanthropic leaders such as Bill and Melinda Gates, and Bono are providing inspiration, guidance, and billions of dollars through their global foundations.
With a click of the Post Comment button, Netizens can quickly bring down the level of dialogue. Bloggers lob zingers, commenters trade barbs, and bullies target kids in the cyber schoolyard. Mudslinging - a time-honored political tradition - thrives on the Web.
For maximum impact, listen more and speak less.
I want to shine a spotlight on a new generation of women, who are creating, funding and managing some of the hottest companies in tech today. But I wanted to do more than share their professional stories. I wanted to share their personal journeys, too.
On the Web no subject is sacrosanct. No one, from icon to unknown, is off-limits.
If someone starts talking about pride today I'm going to vomit. . . The Apache nation had pride and look where they are. The bushmen of Kalahari have pride and look where they are.
Republicans absolutely support equal pay for equal work.
The fastest way to become the master of your thoughts and emotions is through challenging situations. If your life is going along fairly smoothly, there are not the same opportunities that enable you to strengthen your power and become the master of your thoughts and emotions. You see, even challenges are beautiful opportunities in disguise.
To acquire money requires valor, to keep money requires prudence, and to spend money well is an art.