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!

The one thing that keeps us out of connection is our fear that we're not worthy of connection.

I believe in the healing power of laughter. I believe laughter forces us to breathe.

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

When you numb your pain you also numb your joy.

In many ways, September feels like the busiest time of the year: The kids go back to school, work piles up after the summer's dog days, and Thanksgiving is suddenly upon us.

Healthy striving is self-focused: "How can I improve?" Perfectionism is other-focused: "What will they think?"