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6. Destiny is not a matter of chance. It is a matter of choice. It is not a thing to be waited for, it is a thing to be achieved. William Jennings Bryan Assignment: Do you believe that the choices we make, rather than our abilities and talents, show who we truly are? 7. Suppose we were able to share meanings freely without a compulsive urge to impose our view or conform to those of others and without distortion and self- deception. Would this not constitute a real revolution in culture? David Bohm Assignment: If we were to become completely open and honest with ourselves and with others, would society be better off? 8. Every problem has a gift for you in its hands. Richard Bach Assignment: Is there always a gain from experiencing hardship? 9. They may forget what you said, but theyll never forget how you made them feel. Carl W. Beuchner Assignment: Are human emotions more powerful, enduring, and meaningful than our intellect? Or to put it another way, does the heart matter more than the brain in our lives? 10. I cannot believe the purpose of life is to be happy. I think that the purpose of life is to be useful, to be responsible, to be compassionate. It is, above all, | 
