“We never lose friends. We simply learn who the real ones are.”

“The power for creating a better future is contained in the present moment: You create a good future by creating a good present.”

“Stress, anxiety, and depression are caused when we are living to please others.”

“A comfort zone is a beautiful place, but nothing ever grows there.”

Never apologize for being sensitive or emotional. It’s a sign that you have big heart, and that you aren’t afraid to let others see it. Showing your emotions is a sign of strength. 

A mother is your first friend, your best friend, your forever friend.

“You can avoid reality, but you cannot avoid the consequences of avoiding reality.”

“Sometimes life doesn’t give you what you want, not because you don’t deserve it, but because you deserve so much more.” 

“That is what compassion does. It challenges our assumptions, our sense of self-limitation, worthlessness, of not having a place in the world, our feelings of loneliness and estrangement. These are narrow, constrictive states of mind. As we develop compassion, our hearts open.”

Doubt kills more dreams than failure ever will.

“If it’s important you’ll find a way. If it’s not, you’ll find an excuse.”

“Dignity is not negotiable. Dignity is the honor of the family.”