Learning to spot narcissists and deal with their destructive behavior can save you the world of hurt that awaits anyone who mistakes the near enemy for a friend.

Welcoming imperfection is the way to accomplish what perfectionism promises but never delivers. It gives us our best performance and genuine acceptance in the family of human -- and by that I mean imperfect -- beings.

Seek art from every time and place, in any form, to connect with those who really move you.

If you're feeling abandoned by the world, interact with anyone you can.

You can't stay well without telling--and living--the truth.

When you're weary, find relief. When you're strong, find delight.

External circumstances do not create feeling states. Feeling states create external circumstances.