Knowledge is important, but only if we're being kind and gentle with ourselves as we work to discover who we are.

Vulnerability is not weakness. And that myth is profoundly dangerous.

If you're also in the arena and you're putting your ideas out and you're owning them and you're saying "I disagree with you about this and that, I think you've got this wrong" - then not only do I invite that, I freaking love that. I love that. I'm an academic. I'm hardwired for a good debate.

Vulnerability is about showing up and being seen. It's tough to do that when we're terrified about what people might see or think.

I can't even think of the right word, but it's not "help." It's more like a prerequisite. I think connection is why we're here, it's what gives purpose and meaning to our lives, and belonging is in our DNA. And so "tribe" and "belonging" are irreducible needs, like love.

Vulnerability is not weakness. And that myth is profoundly dangerous.... Vulnerability is the birthplace of connection and the path to the feeling of worthiness. If it doesn't feel vulnerable, the sharing is probably not constructive.

If we want greater clarity in our purpose or deeper and more meaningful spiritual lives, vulnerability is the path.