“We cannot let the haters of this world define us. Or frighten us into no longer being ourselves.”
― Everything: What You Give and What You Gain to Become Like Jesus
― Everything: What You Give and What You Gain to Become Like Jesus
“Highly sensitive people are too often perceived as weaklings or damaged goods. To feel intensely is not a symptom of weakness, it is the trademark of the truly alive and compassionate. It is not the empath who is broken, it is society that has become dysfunctional and emotionally disabled. There is no shame in expressing your authentic feelings. Those who are at times described as being a 'hot mess' or having 'too many issues' are the very fabric of what keeps the dream alive for a more caring, humane world. Never be ashamed to let your tears shine a light in this world.”
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“Authentic empowerment is the knowing that you are on purpose, doing God's work, peacefully and harmoniously.”
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“But above all, in order to be, never try to seem.”
― Notebooks, 1935-1951
― Notebooks, 1935-1951
“Vulnerability is the birthplace of love, belonging, joy, courage, empathy, and creativity. It is the source of hope, empathy, accountability, and authenticity. If we want greater clarity in our purpose or deeper and more meaningful spiritual lives, vulnerability is the path.”
― Daring Greatly: How the Courage to Be Vulnerable Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent, and Lead
― Daring Greatly: How the Courage to Be Vulnerable Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent, and Lead
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