Catherine Brown

“Self-examination is hard work. To help with it, let me suggest three questions for reflection: Where am I failing to live up to a standard I expect from others? (failure) How do I currently benefit from the patience and grace of God (and others)? (forgiveness) Who in my life can help me see some of my blind spots? (friendship)”
― Rich Villodas, The Narrow Path: How the Subversive Way of Jesus Satisfies Our Souls

“Behavior modification without interior examination eventually leads to spiritual desolation.”
― Rich Villodas, The Narrow Path: How the Subversive Way of Jesus Satisfies Our Souls

“Getting to be mean in whatever capacity you most effectively can is a great way to let a lot of that internal rage out. I always compare myself to a venomous snake: in order to be the best version of myself for the world, I must expel my venom.
Never feel bad for standing up for yourself or for standing up for others, because it's never in vain, even if it can feel like it at the time. You are worth the respect that you so freely give to others, so if someone refuses to give that to you as a fellow human, then offer it to yourself in the form of advocacy. I hope that people continue to come my way for the courage to truly allow themselves this freedom. I'll always be here to remind you: Being mean is not always required, but sometimes it's necessary. And there's nothing wrong with that!”
― Drew Afualo, Loud: Accept Nothing Less Than the Life You Deserve

“You can’t know God deeply while being a stranger to yourself.”
― Rich Villodas, The Narrow Path: How the Subversive Way of Jesus Satisfies Our Souls