When they teach [doctors] how to suture, they also teach them how to stitch their self-worth to being all-powerful.

I don't just want someone who says they love me; I want someone who practices that love for me every day.

Many people think of perfectionism as striving to be your best, but it is not about self-improvement; it's about earning approval and acceptance.

Tell your story with your whole heart.

One of the things I talk a lot about in my work that I try to practice - which is really hard - is in those moments where we're being asked to do things or asked to take over or asked to take care of something, we have to have the courage to choose discomfort over resentment. And to me, a huge part of my authenticity practice has been choosing discomfort and saying no.

First and foremost, we need to be the adults we want our children to be. We should watch our own gossiping and anger. We should model the kindness we want to see.

We are hardwired to connect with others, it's what gives purpose and meaning to our lives, and without it there is suffering.