Discipline Quote by David Whyte

I find it inspiring to actively choose which traditions to celebrate and also come up with new ideas for traditions of my own.

— Sara Sheridan

I love traditions. I mean, cultural ones.

— Orlando Bloom

I've studied my culture deeply and I'm very aware of my tradition.

— Fela Kuti

Poetry is my politics. It's an opportunity that gives me a way to speak.

— Eileen Myles

I like the way the prose and poetry interact.

— Rachel Zucker

Every day, whether I am teaching or entertaining - I absolutely love bringing different people and cultures together.

— Marcus Samuelsson

I like to think that the best poetry is or involves a contest between ordinary conversation and ritual.

— Miller Williams

I do love writing prose interspersed with the poetry of other people. Their rhythms break into my prose and create a connection.

— Pattiann Rogers

I think poetry workshops get a bad rap. I'm sure some aren't good, but in general, I like the format. I try and keep…

— Elaine Equi

Mythology and history are my passion. I grew up in a religious family and learnt about our scriptures and philosophies. It's the language I'm…

— Amish Tripathi

There is just now a great clamor and demand for "culture;" but it is not so much culture that is needed as discipline.

— William Greenough Thayer Shedd

The study of the traditions doesn't necessarily make you want to convert to another tradition, but it helps you to see your own differently…

— Karen Armstrong