Catherine Brown

“Stop the glorification of busy. Busy, in and of itself, is not a badge of honor. In fact, directed at the wrong pursuits, it is actually a limiting factor to our full potential. It is okay to not be busy. Repeat this with me: It is okay to not be busy.”
― Joshua Becker

“Focusing on my external behavior without interior examination creates resentment.”
― Rich Villodas, The Narrow Path: How the Subversive Way of Jesus Satisfies Our Souls

“So, of course, the relationship you have with yourself, your inner partner, still has to be considered the most important and influential relationship, for it is from this center that you set the tone for the quality of the relationships you will have with each and every person you meet.”
― David Pond, Astrology and Relationships: Simple Ways to Improve Your Relationships with Anyone

“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