“While the world may feel entitled and have the power to pronounce an i...” — Michael Leunig Quote

“While the world may feel entitled and have the power to pronounce an individual crazy, are there times when the innocent genius, the insightful individual or just the old grandmother may reasonably declare the world to be mad? Probably, but what hope or happiness would such an individual have?”

“On Anzac Day, coffee and jokes with a Turk might be the most meaningful and fair dinkum dawn service you could possibly have.”

“When people talk about their God, it is difficult to know what they actually mean, and when people talk about their atheism, it is usually incomprehensible also.”

“A world view is probably an expression of self.”

“An education system suits some more than others. It can lead you out into life or lead you on a wild goose chase. It can help to make you miserable, or dull and nasty and insipid, or profoundly stupid in the special way that 'brainy' people can be.”

“Humanity hungers for the uncommon.”

“To love yourself is the greatest form of happiness.”

“The discovery of a new dish does more for the happiness of the human race than the discovery of a star.”

“A piece of happiness should never be taken as due.”

“Happiness doesn't lie in conspicuous consumption and the relentless amassing of useless crap. Happiness lies in the person sitting beside you and your ability to talk to them. Happiness is clear-headed human interaction and empathy. Happiness is home. And home is not a house-home is a mythological conceit. It is a state of mind. A place of communion and unconditional love. It is where, when you cross its threshold, you finally feel at peace.”

“Treat people based on who you are, instead of on who they are...& you will never need to lower your standards.”