What makes something better is connection.

Courage is telling our story, not being immune to criticism.

Vulnerability is the core of shame and fear and our struggle for worthiness, but it appears that it's also the birthplace of joy, of creativity, of belonging, of love.

Only when we are brave enough to explore the darkness will we discover the infinite power of our light.

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

We live in a world where most people still subscribe to the belief that shame is a good tool for keeping people in line. Not only is this wrong, but it’s dangerous. Shame is highly correlated with addiction, violence, aggression, depression, eating disorders, and bullying.

Talk about your failures without apologizing.