And the fox said to the little prince: men have forgotten this truth, but you must not forget it. You become responsible, forever, for what you have … - Antoine de Saint-Exupéry

You become responsible, forever, for what you have tamed

Men have forgotten this truth,” said the fox. “But you must not forget it.
You become responsible, forever, for what you have tamed.

Everyone seems inspired by some religion that promises fulfillment. Within the clashing words we are all expressing the same impulses. We are divided over methods which are the fruit of our reasoning, but not over our goals, which are identical.

The proof that the little prince existed is that he was charming, that he laughed, and that he was looking for a sheep. If anybody wants a sheep, that is a proof that he exists.

He aquí mi secreto. Es muy simple: no se ve bien sino con el corazón. Lo esencial es invisible a los ojos.