When failure is not an option, we can forget about creativity, learning, and innovation.

That's really part of being a grounded theory researcher - putting names to concepts and experiences that people have.

Vulnerability is not weakness, and the uncertainty, risk, and emotional exposure we face every day are not optional. Our only choice is a question of engagement. Our willingness to own and engage with our vulnerability determines the depth of our courage and the clarity of our purpose; the level to which we protect ourselves from being vulnerable is a measure of our fear and disconnection.

There’s nothing more daring than showing up, putting ourselves out there and letting ourselves be seen.

We cannot ignore our pain and feel compassion for it at the same time.

If we don’t allow ourselves to experience joy and love, we will definitely miss out on filling our reservoir with what we need when. . . . hard things happen.

Here's what is truly at the heart of wholeheartedness: Worthy now, not if, not when, we're worthy of love and belonging now. Right this minute. As is.