“Interestingly, bonobo percussionists prefer a tempo of 280 beats per minute, the syllabic rate at which most humans speak.”

“Theres nothing like a friendly handshake to establish social cooperation, but the bonobo handshake takes erotic politics to a whole new level.”

“Aw... don’t be so upset. Come here and sit on my face.”

“There’s nothing like a friendly handshake to establish social cooperation, but the bonobo handshake takes erotic politics to a whole new level.”

“Sex is flagrantly separated from reproduction in a few species, including bonobos and dolphins.”

“Bonobo discipline involves being schooled in a gentler, more playful fashion.”

“What might happen if we could somehow reorient ourselves toward our more loving, bonobo side rather than our inner mad chimpanzee?”

“Mindfulness may help you gain insight into your role in conflicts with others, it wont single-highhandedly help you resolve them.”

“Conflict can and should be handled constructively; when it is, relationships benefit. Conflict avoidance is *not* the hallmark of a good relationship. On the contrary, it is a symptom of serious pr...”

“So by keeping her word, Frieda B. made amends. And the two who'd been strangers became best of friends.”

“I am neither male nor female, nor am I sexless. I am the Peaceful One, whose form is self-effulgent, powerful radiance.”

“You have peace," the old woman said, "when you make it with yourself.”

“Peace cannot be achieved through violence, it can only be attained through understanding.”