Wise people are able to look at the “underlying forces and not be distracted by surface symptoms.”

“Openness alsO allOws fOr generosity of spirit, that is, a nonjudgmental

stance towards other people, an acceptance of them for who they are,

faults and all, which is the third proficiency

“Wisdom comes from going as far as you can and

making changes, doing things you are afraid of doing.

Wisdom is strength.”

“Wisdom is about ACTION, not just being.”

“This map of wisdom is thus really a spiral, circling even wider and deeper into greater

understanding of fundamental patterns and relationships, expanded spheres of consideration, and

actions that are committed to the common good.”

“Finally, transformation and integrity

allow for a deeper acceptance of

paradox and recognition of

interdependence – in short, the whole

mystery of the world and of wisdom.”