But in my opinion, this definition fails to recognize the inner strength and level of commitment required for us to actually speak honestly and openly about who we are and about our experiences-good and bad. In one of its earliest forms, the word courage meant ‘To speak one’s mind by telling all one’s heart.’ Over time, this definition has changed, and today, we typically associate courage with heroic and brave deeds. The root of the word courage is cor-the Latin word for heart. Take it personally because it is personal!” “If you want to make a difference, the next time you see someone being cruel to another human being, take it personally. Quotes From I THOUGHT IT WAS JUST ME (BUT IT ISN’T): MAKING THE JOURNEY FROM “WHAT WILL PEOPLE THINK” TO “I AM ENOUGH” (2007) “The ability to hold something we’ve done or failed to do up against who we want to be is incredibly adaptive. I learned about these things from studying shame.” “ I did not learn about vulnerability and courage and creativity and innovation from studying vulnerability. There’s nothing more vulnerable than that.” “To create is to make something that has never existed before. “Vulnerability is the birthplace of innovation, creativity, and change.”
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