489 quotes found
Singer-songwriter · English · 1988
English singer-songwriter (born 1988)
“Theres no such thing as an unbreakable scientific rule, because, sooner or later, they all seem to get broken. Or to change.”
“Children with autism are constantly testing and pursuing truth. They are a bundle of contradictions. They love order and routine, yet often have the most amazingly inventive and creative minds. The...”
“There is nothing that makes me happier than sitting around the dinner table and talking until the candles are burned down.”
“Could some of the challenging behaviours that often partner autism begin as experiements on measuring human reactions? Are these children exploring boundaries - seeing what makes the toy squeak or ...”
“Inaction contrary to its reputation for being a refuge is neither safe nor comfortable.”
“Anger and worry are the enemies of clear thought.”
“Because you're not what I would have you be I blind myself to who in truth you are.”
“As you go along your road in life you will if you aim high enough also meet resistance ... but no matter how tough the opposition may seem have courage still-and persevere.”
“We can't take any credit for our talents. It's how we use them that counts.”
“Whatever the job you are asked to do at whatever level do a good job because your reputation is your resume.”
“We know that children with autism like order, that they are often very visual and that they can be quite literal. They deserve beautiful resources and symbols that make sense. If a picture does not...”
“Is it that bad, Mrs. Bowen?" Clement asked.Emily shook her head. "Gertrude's been hurt and so she's generalizing. It's a pretty good country on the whole, and the people in it, too. We have our fau...”
“To make flexibility work, it is not only necessary to change our attitude about who is a good worker and who is not, but we have to train managers at all levels to recognize the difference between ...”
“I genuinely liked all of the cast members very much. Steve had a wicked sense of humor. I remember Russell coming to my rescue, once. I watched Eric evolve before everyone's eyes. Maurice loved wha...”
“What, you didn’t pack your lunch?” Ty asked sarcastically as he shifted around in the seat and wedged himself against the door. He kicked a foot up and propped it on the console between the two fro...”
“It takes too much energy to be against something unless it's really important.”
“But my memories are like a fire in winter—whenever I'm cold I can warm my hands at them.—Ditta”
“I had never seen the end of day and the beginning of the night greet each other. We were caught in the loveliness between the two. A House Like a Lotus”
“Love does not judge.”
“Quiet,” she hissed at me, her voice shockingly aggressive for such a small person. “Otherwise, I’ll shut you up myself.”