I Don't Want To Grow Up: Life, Liberty, and Happiness. Without a Career.

“When you start focusing on the life you want, rather than what you think will get you there, you’re on the right track.”

“The point is—start with something. Anything. Turn your life into an experiment. Take “baby steps.” They often lead to bigger ones. That’s been the formula for anyone who’s ever made a difference.”

“When you decide to start living the life you want, people call you crazy. They try to talk you out of it. Tell you it’s unrealistic. Even impossible. This is usually your family and close friends. It’s not that they don’t love you or don’t want you to be happy. They’re just protecting you—at least they think they are—and you can’t really blame them for that. But you’ve got to protect yourself from all that negative energy. It will sabotage your dreams in a heartbeat. The best thing you can do is tell as few people as possible about your plan.”

“I find it impossible to discuss any matter without also discussing nature. We are inseparable”

“The truth is—you do know why you’re here. The problem is society wants your dreams to fit into some preconceived mold. It all goes back to that high school guidance counselor…”

“Happiness lives in the present. No one can become happy. You can only be happy.”