172 Quotes by Martha N. Beck

If anything is worth doing, it is worth doing it badly.

Learning to spot narcissists and deal with their destructive behavior can save you the world of hurt that awaits anyone who mistakes the near enemy for a friend.

If you’re a bit spongy, vulnerable to the unsettling energy of others, count yourself lucky. You’ve been given an incentive to armor up, to consciously screen out the ubiquitous stresses that afflict humanity.

To be really productive, it’s as important to rest when we’re tired as it is to work when we’re inspired.

Don’t fight fearful thoughts. Just match each one with an alternative thought that brings you more peace.

I fell in love with Africa and began helping people fix things there.

The way that other people judge me is none of my business.

Your individuality is the most valuable thing you have.

I don’t believe that there are no spiritual beings around us. I don’t know what to call them, I don’t know how they work. But I know they’re there.