I am aware of myself. And, of course, the only things that are aware of themselves and conscious of their individuality are irritated eyes, cut fingers, sore teeth. A healthy eye, finger, tooth might as well not even be there. Isn't it clear that individual consciousness is just sickness?

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The dark does not destroy the light; it defines it. It's our fear of the dark that casts our joy into the shadows. ― Brene Brown

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I came from a lot of intolerance and prejudice, which aren't necessarily healthy to evolve as a human.

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If we can share our story with someone who responds with empathy and understanding, shame can't survive. ― Brené Brown

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Imperfections are not inadequacies; they are reminders that we're all in this together. ― Brené Brown

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If you love something, you have to stay really focused and can't let outside things distract you.

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Authenticity is a collection of choices that we have to make every day. It's about the choice to show up and be real. The choice to be honest. The choice to let our true selves be seen. ― Brene Brown,

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A healthy attitude is contagious but don't wait to catch it from others. Be a carrier. ― Tom Stoppard

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It’s a wonderful thing to be optimistic. It keeps you healthy and it keeps you resilient. — Daniel Kahneman

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Vulnerability is the birthplace of innovation, creativity and change. ― Brene Brown

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