When we deny our stories, They define us. When we own our stories, we get to write the ending.

Love is a connection that can only be cultivated between two people when it exists within each one of them - we can only love others as much as we love ourselves.

Our capacity for wholeheartednes s can never be greater than our willingness to be broken-hearted.

Cruelty is easy, cheap and rampant.

I now see how gifts like courage, compassion, and connection only work when they are exercised. Every day.

If we want to cultivate hopefulness, we have to be willing to be flexible and demonstrate perseverance. Not every goal will look and feel the same. Tolerance for disappointment, determination, and a belief in self are the heart of hope.

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