“ We are not as some people like to assume nowadays 'just being real' by embracing passively the sinful, fallen versions of ourselves. Quite the opposite really: our true selves were, from the beginning… Criss Jami
“ Many people define who they are, based upon what the world sees when it looks at them. They build themselves with their foundation set upon the perceptions of others. Do others think they are good, ki… C. JoyBell C.
“ People seldom change. Only their masks do. It is only our perception of them and the perception they have of themselves that actually change. Shannon L. Alder
“ People admire inner bonfires that burn so bright, and out of ignorance to these things, they gather around and think that the bonfire is some kind of blessing on their behalf, is some kind of untouche… C. JoyBell C.
“ Hush, child don't ask personal questions, said the Lion.That's the only kind I have, said Rain. Gregory Maguire
“ Perfection, in the form of a flawless stream of words delivered with cool composure, is never as persuasive as realness. An impassioned but imperfect speech, which shows you care too much to hide flaw… Charlotte Beers
“ For a moment, I felt like myself again. Not the new me, not the old me, just the real me. Leslea Tash
“ Above the keyhole the door has a latch. It is pretending to be an authentic old latch. The door is pretending to be an authentic old door. Maybe everything there is isn't authentic any more. Maybe eve… Ali Smith
“ There are two types of 'busy': 1)Constantly distracting yourself from what is true. 2) Constantly working to create something real. Oli Anderson
“ Practicing dialogue helps you to cultivate a realness that allows you to face reality on its own terms, not just the terms you’d like it to have in order to remain in your comfort zone. Oli Anderson
“ I know nothing I’m doing is important,' he said. 'Sure, I’m just a waste product of history. Maybe nothing I’m doing is even real, after all. But I was born right here, in this old house, and I look o… Robert Penn Warren
“ If we dare to dream, we must dare to wake up. When we come to rub our eyes wide open and face up to realness, we can clear our vision and curb a whirlwind of bewilderment that might break our mind apa… Erik Pevernagie
“ Dialogue with the self is the source of all insight and insight is the only thing that can change your life. Oli Anderson
“ Treat others with respect and you will always be wealthy, because your community is your real currency. Bryant McGill
