When you get to a place where you understand that love and belonging, your worthiness, is a birthright and not something you have to earn, anything is possible.

Shame derives its power from being unspeakable.

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

Courage starts with showing up and letting ourselves be seen.

If you want to make a difference, the next time you see someone being cruel to another human being, take it personally. Take it personally because it is personal!

You cannot shame or belittle people into changing their behaviors.

Understanding the difference between healthy striving and perfectionism is critical to laying down the shield and picking up your life. Research shows that perfectionism hampers success. In fact, it's often the path to depression, anxiety, addiction, and life paralysis.