A big philosophical breakthrough for me was the realization that my own freedom was not only possible, but far more important than the establishment … - Harry Browne

It's just as foolish to feel that you must make everyone understand that you're right, that your desires are legitimate, that you should be able to do as you want. You don't have to. Just concentrate your attention on finding those people who are appropriate for you. You can ignore the others

I've always found it hard to understand why so many people live so much for the future — especially when the present is such a lovely place.

But coercion never produces harmony. How harmonious are people who are being forced to act against their will? Most likely, those who are coerced will resent those who benefit from the coercion. This sets group against group; it doesn't bring them together.