Yoko Ono

Conceptual Artist Musician Japanese-American Born 1933 (age 93)

Conceptual artist and Beatles widow whose avant-garde work influenced contemporary art.

350 quotes

"Wars will stop when we realize that every human being has a spark of divinity."
Peace
"Patience is not the ability to wait, but the ability to keep a good attitude while waiting."
Patience
"I am here. I am in the now. That's where the magic is."
Faith
"Truth is a multifaceted jewel that shows different reflections depending on the angle."
Truth
"Leadership is about knowing who you are and having the courage to be that person."
Leadership
"The world is changed by your example, not by your opinion."
Inspiration
"Work is what sustains us, but passion is what fulfills us."
Work
"Money is time, so spend both wisely."
Money
"Every friendship is a masterpiece of understanding and acceptance."
Friendship
"Fear is just a noise. You can choose not to listen to it."
Fear
"Gratitude is the attitude that opens all doors."
Gratitude
"The best philosophy is to love one another and learn from each other."
Philosophy
"History teaches us that those who stand for nothing fall for everything."
History
"Technology is a beautiful tool when used with intention and heart."
Technology
"Literature is the mirror in which humanity sees itself reflected."
Literature
"Hope is the thing that keeps us moving forward even when the path is unclear."
Hope
"Perseverance is not about never falling down, but always getting back up."
Perseverance
"Beauty is not about physical appearance; it's about the light that shines from within."
Beauty
"The science of love is understanding that we are all interconnected."
Science
"Political change begins with personal transformation."
Politics
"A family is a place where you can be completely yourself."
Family
"Success is not measured by what you achieve, but by who you become."
Success
"Humor is the healing balm of the soul."
Humor
"Death is not the end; it's a transition to something we don't yet understand."
Death
"Knowledge without wisdom is like a sword without a handle."
Knowledge
"The greatest gift we can give others is our presence and attention."
Kindness
"Music speaks the language that the heart understands."
Music
"Strength is found not in resistance, but in acceptance and flow."
Strength
"Imagine a world where people create instead of destroy."
Imagination
"The path to peace starts with peace within yourself."
Peace