Connection

The only difference between the people that have a strong sense of love and belonging and the people that don’t is only one thing.

The people that have a strong sense of love and belonging believe they are WORTHY of love and belonging.

What keeps us from connection is the fear that we are not worthy of connection.

In order for deep connection to happen we have to allow ourselves to be seen, really seen.  Excruciating vulnerability.

The original definition of “Courage” when it first came into the English language was to tell the story of who you are with your whole heart.

The courage to be imperfect.

Compassion to be kind to themselves first, then others.  Because we can’t practice compassion unless we are compassionate to ourselves.

Connection - as a result of authenticity.

Fully embraced vulnerability.  

What makes you vulnerable makes you beautiful.

- Brene Brown

(via AT)