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… It's also all of the dreams that we don't follow because of our deep fear of failing, making mistakes, and disappointing others. It's terrifying to risk when you're a perfectionist; yourself-worth is on the line"

‏"we need to consider letting go of the myth of self-sufficiency. One of the greatest barriers to connection is the cultural importance we place on “going it alone.” Somehow we’ve come to equate success with not needing anyone. Many of us are willing to extend a helping hand, but we’re very reluctant to reach out for help when we need it ourselves."

‏"Shame hates it when we reach out and tell our story. It hates having
words wrapped around it—it can’t survive being shared. Shame loves
secrecy. The most dangerous thing to do after a shaming experience is hide
or bury our story. When we bury our story, the shame metastasizes."