When we seek the reason for our being, we will do well to try to find the answer WITHIN ourselves. In the ultimate, ONLY we can know what we desire and only we can prove to ourselves that one great desire has been the motivating force for our existence.

The fact that the answer must be found within our selves does not mean that we cannot find guidance and encouragement in the experiences and writings of others. "Experience IS the greatest teacher," but it is by no means the ONLY way to learn. One need not walk on an icy road to know that it is icy. A little observation of others can tell one much. With this in mind, we have gathered the thoughts, teachings and writings of great minds that it has been our privilege to know, personally or through their writings.