I firmly believe that everyone deserves to live within walking distance of either beauty or convenience, if not both. (48)

— Victoria Moran

If you celebrate your differences, the world will, too. It believes exactly what you tell it—through the words you use to describe yourself, the actions you take to care for yourself, and the choices you make to express yourself. Tell the world you are one-of-a-kind creation who came here to experience wonder and spread joy. Expect to be accommodated.

— Victoria Moran

If you've ever tried meditation and didn't stay with it, I recommend you try it again. Some time has passed. In the interim, you may have developed the discipline of mind or the patience you were short on before. Let these qualities aid your practice. (173)

— Victoria Moran

I'm not perfect, but what's wonderful about eating a plant-based diet is, I don't have to be.

— Victoria Moran

In terms of days and moments lived, you'll never again be as young as you are right now, so spend this day, the youth of your future, in a way that deflects regret. Invest in yourself. Have some fun. Do something important. Love somebody extra.

— Victoria Moran

In terms of days and moments lived, you’ll never again be as young as you are right now, so spend this day, the youth of your future, in a way that deflects regret. Invest in yourself. Have some fun. Do something important. Love somebody extra. In one sense, you’re just a kid, but a kid with enough years on her to know that every day is priceless. (418)

— Victoria Moran

I realized I could only play-act at the spiritual life as long as my appetites were stronger than my empathy.

— Victoria Moran

I realize that I'm a mature woman and one of these days, incredible diet or not, I'll be a little old lady.

— Victoria Moran

It simply feels right to me to blend the glittery delights of New York City with a largely raw vegan diet - with the soul-deep conviction that animals are not ours to eat, wear, exploit or experiment on.

— Victoria Moran

It’s probably unfair to expect the world at large, or even most people, to see us for all we are. It is essential, however, that we see ourselves for all we are. (413)

— Victoria Moran