Acquiring wisdom that guides us to greater love, hope, and deeper meaning is a prize worth more than all the knowledge the world has to offer.

To grow wise, we need to be aware of our small self and see beyond our biases to something transcendent.

Faith can give us superhuman powers when facing our fears, especially the fear of death.

Patient people tend to be more cooperative, empathic and forgiving. Not only do they make life better for others, but they, too, are less lonely and make better friends.

Never lose hope, no matter how dark life may seem. As Pope Benedict XVI said: ‘.. the one who hopes has been granted the gift of a new life.’