There is nothing more vulnerable than creativity. . . It's not about winning, it's not about losing, it's about showing up and being seen.

Someone asked me very recently why I have 8 million views on TED - "your work resonates, what are you doing?" What I think my contribution is, what I do well, is I name experiences that are very universal that no one really talks about. That's the researcher in me; that's really part of being a grounded theory researcher - putting names to concepts and experiences that people have. That's the researcher part.

Guilt: I'm sorry. I made a mistake. Shame: I'm sorry. I am a mistake.

Vulnerability is not about fear and grief and disappointment; it is the birthplace of everything we're hungry for.

Trust is a product of vulnerability that grows over time and requires work, attention, and full engagement.

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

We cultivate love when we allow our most vulnerable and powerful selves to be deeply seen and known, and when we honor the spiritual connection that grows from that offering with trust, respect, kindness and affection