To become a true global citizen, one must abandon all notion... - Suzy Kassem, Rise Up and Salute the Sun: The Writings of Suzy Kassem

"Whenever you should doubt your self-worth, remember the lotus flower. Even though it plunges to life from beneath the mud, it does not allow the dirt that surrounds it to affect its growth or beauty."

"To become a true global citizen, one must abandon all notions of 'otherness' and instead embrace 'togetherness'."

"Every flower blooms at a different pace."

"Always listen to the voice of your conscience. If your conscience conflicts with your faith, question everything."

"CALL YOURSELFLook deep in the mirrorAnd say: 'I LOVE YOU'And immediatelyAn electric current willRipple throughout your soulAnd burst through your eyesLike shooting starsDancing across the skiesIn ecstasy.To tell your soul you love it -Is like rememberingWHO YOU AREAfter being in a comaFor a hundred years.Your face will beam the lightOf a hundred galaxies."