Quotes from Misty Upham

Love. Help with no expectations. Destroy selfishness, self... At the end of our lives, I believe the soul will be asked, "What did you do for your fellow man?"

My friends. They help me so much. I would not be here without my friends.

It is the youngest in the family who tends to the elders to learn about the sacredness of life and the beauty of death.

I have interviewed so many people who are put into nursing homes or hospices and are just waiting to die. It's a very lonely situation to just sit at a window and watch life go by.

My vulnerability is thinking that I am not worth people's time or space at times.

Love is no conditions. Love is given, despite hurt or rejection. Love is life and breath and touch. Love is helping someone live.

Help, love, forgive, and create beauty.

I serve with my art and creativity. That makes me most happy.