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

There is no such thing as creative and non-creative people, only people who use their creativity and people who don't.

We are a culture of people who've bought into the idea that if we stay busy enough, the truth of our lives won't catch up with us.

That's really part of being a grounded theory researcher - putting names to concepts and experiences that people have.

You are imperfect, you are wired for struggle, but you are worthy of love and belonging.

It's not about 'what can I accomplish?' but 'what do I want to accomplish?' Paradigm shift.

When I look at narcissism through the vulnerability lens, I see the shame-based fear of being ordinary. I see the fear of never feeling extraordinary enough to be noticed, to be lovable, to belong, or to cultivate a sense of purpose.