One of the most painfully inauthentic ways we show up in our lives sometimes is saying "yes" when we mean "no," and saying "no" when we mean "hell yes."

You can't get to courage without walking through vulnerability.

Compassion is not a virtue -- it is a commitment. It's not something we have or don't have -- it's something we choose to practice.

Vulnerability is not weakness. And that myth is profoundly dangerous... I define vulnerability as emotional risk, exposure, uncertainty. It fuels our daily lives.

Cool is the emotional straightjacket. It makes us less available for connection which makes us less equipped for leadership roles.

When perfectionism is driving us, shame is riding shotgun and fear is that annoying backseat driver!

Mindfully practicing authenticity during our most soul-searching struggles is how we invite grace, joy and gratitude into our lives.