Although we love the idea of choice – our culture almost worships it – we seek refuge in the familiar and the comfortable. — Hugh Mackay
But the rule seems to be that the bigger and more life-changing the decision, the less it will seem like a decision at all. — Hugh Mackay
I suspect the secret of personal attraction is locked up in our unique imperfections, flaws and frailties. — Hugh Mackay
It’s australian to do such things because, however uncivilised they may seem, it’s human to do them. — Hugh Mackay
So, if falling crime rates coincide with the rise of violent video games and increasing violence on tv and at the cinema — Hugh Mackay
The underlying message of the lancet article is that if you want to understand aggressive behaviour in children — Hugh Mackay
Obviously, every child should be given the best possible opportunity to acquire literacy skills. — Hugh Mackay
One reason we resist making deliberate choices is that choice equals change and most of us — Hugh Mackay
Reading is a huge effort for many people, a bore for others, and, believe it or not, many people prefer watching tv. — Hugh Mackay
Recounting their histories, people often sound like interested bystanders to their own lives. — Hugh Mackay