Because connection with others and our "best self" is the most primal need we have, shame feels absolutely awful.
Christiane NorthrupWhen enough women realize that birth is a time of great opportunity to get in touch with their true power, and when they are willing to assume responsibility for this, we will reclaim the power of birth and help move technology where it belongs-in the service of birthing women, not their master.
Christiane NorthrupTo get to forgiveness, we first have to work through the painful experiences that require it.
Christiane NorthrupThe exceptional patient is the person who, despite their diagnosis, takes charge of their health and decides to be responsible to their illness or their condition and not necessarily feel responsible for it. One stance is drenched in blame and the other is full of power.
Christiane Northrup