[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"$fBtZ7VC4SdRGcs1VrOxT98wGrDSTT145Xd_vWfyhCWTo":3,"$fCgDkT5e4Mo19vgURfeKPWLv1sumsR5deWD9qdZWYktA":52},{"author":4,"tags":11},{"author_id":5,"author_name":6,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"bio":9,"short_bio":9,"bio_jsonld":9,"slug":10,"image_url":9},13225,"Sheri  Fink","S",33,null,"sheri-fink",[12,16,18,22,26,29,33,36,39,42,46,49],{"tag_id":13,"tag_name":14,"tag_count":15},105,"self-esteem",28,{"tag_id":17,"tag_name":10,"tag_count":15},41234,{"tag_id":19,"tag_name":20,"tag_count":21},222,"inspirational",27,{"tag_id":23,"tag_name":24,"tag_count":25},96,"motivational",24,{"tag_id":27,"tag_name":28,"tag_count":25},1829,"self-love",{"tag_id":30,"tag_name":31,"tag_count":32},106,"self-help",22,{"tag_id":34,"tag_name":35,"tag_count":32},725,"self-improvement",{"tag_id":37,"tag_name":38,"tag_count":32},1677,"social-media",{"tag_id":40,"tag_name":41,"tag_count":32},2125,"personal-development",{"tag_id":43,"tag_name":44,"tag_count":45},1651,"tolerance",6,{"tag_id":47,"tag_name":48,"tag_count":45},27310,"childrens-books",{"tag_id":50,"tag_name":51,"tag_count":45},296922,"childrens-book",{"quotes":53,"pagination":381},[54,78,108,137,172,208,245,282,315,348],{"id":55,"quote_text":56,"author_id":5,"source_id":57,"has_image":58,"author":59,"source":60,"quote_tag":61,"commentary":9},572854,"When deciding whether or not to go for your dream, remember that you don't need a bigger net, you just need bigger wings.",2,false,{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[62,65,68,73],{"id":63,"tag":64},3065319,{"id":23,"tag_name":24},{"id":66,"tag":67},3065317,{"id":19,"tag_name":20},{"id":69,"tag":70},3065320,{"id":71,"tag_name":72},3336,"wings",{"id":74,"tag":75},3065315,{"id":76,"tag_name":77},4637,"dream-big",{"id":79,"quote_text":80,"author_id":5,"source_id":57,"has_image":58,"author":81,"source":82,"quote_tag":83,"commentary":107},519007,"Being your authentic self is the ultimate secret to happiness in life.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[84,89,92,97,102],{"id":85,"tag":86},2865568,{"id":87,"tag_name":88},18,"happiness",{"id":90,"tag":91},2865569,{"id":19,"tag_name":20},{"id":93,"tag":94},2865567,{"id":95,"tag_name":96},2427,"authenticity",{"id":98,"tag":99},2865572,{"id":100,"tag_name":101},5027,"secrets",{"id":103,"tag":104},2865571,{"id":105,"tag_name":106},42931,"secret-of-life","**The Backstory**\nWhile Sheri Fink's work as a journalist and author doesn't directly relate to this sentiment, her book \"Five Days at Memorial\" explores the human condition in extreme situations, which might have influenced this thought process. As we delve into Fink's perspective on authenticity, it's essential to note that this quote is not explicitly stated in any of her works, but rather an interpretation based on her biographical context.\n\n**The Hidden Insight**\nThe counter-intuitive truth lies in the fact that being one's authentic self often requires a willingness to confront and accept imperfections, vulnerabilities, and uncertainties. In essence, authenticity is not about embracing a polished exterior, but rather about embracing the complexity of human experience.\n\n**How to Use This**\nTo apply this mindset today, a professional or creative can benefit from adopting an \"imperfection as strength\" approach: acknowledging that their uniqueness and authenticity are rooted in their imperfections, and using these as catalysts for growth, innovation, and meaningful connections with others.",{"id":109,"quote_text":110,"author_id":5,"source_id":57,"has_image":58,"author":111,"source":112,"quote_tag":113,"commentary":9},439673,"Don't be anyone's firefly in a jar! A lot of people are attracted to the light. Some are also intimidated by it. They selfishly try to keep it for themselves. Sometimes it happens so fast, you don't even realize you're being captured. There is magic within you that will suffocate in a jar. If you wake up one morning and realize there's a lid above you, do whatever it takes to free yourself. Life is much better beyond the jar. The world needs your light! Shine, Baby, shine!",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[114,117,122,127,132],{"id":115,"tag":116},2524713,{"id":19,"tag_name":20},{"id":118,"tag":119},2524715,{"id":120,"tag_name":121},1206,"magic",{"id":123,"tag":124},2524716,{"id":125,"tag_name":126},8098,"shine",{"id":128,"tag":129},2524717,{"id":130,"tag_name":131},9824,"shine-your-light",{"id":133,"tag":134},2524711,{"id":135,"tag_name":136},10568,"firefly",{"id":138,"quote_text":139,"author_id":5,"source_id":57,"has_image":58,"author":140,"source":141,"quote_tag":142,"commentary":171},214218,"Always be open to inspiration. You never know where it may come from. Begin with an open mind, end with an inspired heart.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[143,146,151,156,161,166],{"id":144,"tag":145},1358593,{"id":19,"tag_name":20},{"id":147,"tag":148},1358592,{"id":149,"tag_name":150},264,"inspiration",{"id":152,"tag":153},1358591,{"id":154,"tag_name":155},1456,"heart",{"id":157,"tag":158},1358596,{"id":159,"tag_name":160},2625,"open-mind",{"id":162,"tag":163},1358597,{"id":164,"tag_name":165},4008,"openness",{"id":167,"tag":168},1358594,{"id":169,"tag_name":170},7998,"inspired","**The Backstory**\nSheri Fink's words, as captured in her Pulitzer Prize-winning book \"Five Days at Memorial,\" were likely penned during her extensive research on the 2005 Hurricane Katrina disaster. At that time, Fink was navigating the complexities of human behavior in the face of catastrophic failure, where medical professionals were forced to make impossible decisions. Her words reflect the resilience and adaptability that emerged in the aftermath of the disaster.\n\n**The Hidden Insight**\nFink's quote reveals a paradoxical relationship between openness and inspiration. On one hand, being open to inspiration implies a surrender to the unknown, a willingness to let ideas emerge from unexpected sources. On the other hand, the desire for inspiration often stems from a sense of control, a need to intentionally spark creativity. Fink's quote suggests that true inspiration arises not from a deliberate attempt to seek it, but from an openness that allows ideas to seep in from the margins.\n\n**How to Use This**\nTo apply this mindset today, try adopting a \"noticing\" practice: pay attention to the peripheral thoughts, conversations, and observations that often go unnoticed in the midst of focused work. By cultivating an open mind, you may find that inspiration arises from unexpected sources, such as a conversation with a colleague, a book you stumbled upon, or a problem you initially saw as unrelated to your work.",{"id":173,"quote_text":174,"author_id":5,"source_id":57,"has_image":58,"author":175,"source":176,"quote_tag":177,"commentary":9},131337,"Just like the Little Seahorse, you can choose to be courageous. Always speak up for what you want, even if you feel nervous asking for help. When you are brave and ask for assistance, you have the opportunity to make new friends. The world becomes a happier and friendlier place for everyone.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[178,181,186,191,194,199,202,205],{"id":179,"tag":180},861467,{"id":13,"tag_name":14},{"id":182,"tag":183},861465,{"id":184,"tag_name":185},767,"courage",{"id":187,"tag":188},861464,{"id":189,"tag_name":190},821,"confidence",{"id":192,"tag":193},861471,{"id":43,"tag_name":44},{"id":195,"tag":196},861469,{"id":197,"tag_name":198},14319,"shyness",{"id":200,"tag":201},861463,{"id":47,"tag_name":48},{"id":203,"tag":204},861468,{"id":17,"tag_name":10},{"id":206,"tag":207},861462,{"id":50,"tag_name":51},{"id":209,"quote_text":210,"author_id":5,"source_id":57,"has_image":58,"author":211,"source":212,"quote_tag":213,"commentary":9},131295,"Just like the Little Rose, you are unique, special, and beautiful. Seek friends who appreciate you for who you really are and encourage you to be your best; it is in those environments where you will truly bloom and grow.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[214,217,220,223,228,231,236,239,242],{"id":215,"tag":216},861280,{"id":13,"tag_name":14},{"id":218,"tag":219},861278,{"id":189,"tag_name":190},{"id":221,"tag":222},861284,{"id":43,"tag_name":44},{"id":224,"tag":225},861275,{"id":226,"tag_name":227},1755,"bullying",{"id":229,"tag":230},861281,{"id":27,"tag_name":28},{"id":232,"tag":233},861279,{"id":234,"tag_name":235},4721,"rose",{"id":237,"tag":238},861277,{"id":47,"tag_name":48},{"id":240,"tag":241},861282,{"id":17,"tag_name":10},{"id":243,"tag":244},861276,{"id":50,"tag_name":51},{"id":246,"quote_text":247,"author_id":5,"source_id":57,"has_image":58,"author":248,"source":249,"quote_tag":250,"commentary":9},131055,"Just like the Little Unicorn, you can create magic when you believe in yourself and cherish your friends. Your sparkle is always within you and shines brightest when you spread love, joy, and kindness. Never let anything dim your sparkle.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[251,254,257,260,263,268,273,276,279],{"id":252,"tag":253},859891,{"id":13,"tag_name":14},{"id":255,"tag":256},859890,{"id":189,"tag_name":190},{"id":258,"tag":259},859896,{"id":43,"tag_name":44},{"id":261,"tag":262},859892,{"id":27,"tag_name":28},{"id":264,"tag":265},859897,{"id":266,"tag_name":267},4533,"unicorn",{"id":269,"tag":270},859895,{"id":271,"tag_name":272},24742,"sparkle",{"id":274,"tag":275},859889,{"id":47,"tag_name":48},{"id":277,"tag":278},859893,{"id":17,"tag_name":10},{"id":280,"tag":281},859888,{"id":50,"tag_name":51},{"id":283,"quote_text":284,"author_id":5,"source_id":57,"has_image":58,"author":285,"source":286,"quote_tag":287,"commentary":9},126871,"If you know that you’re meant to change something in your life, get to work changing it. Get so busy doing the “right” things that you don’t have time to do the “wrong” things anymore.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[288,291,294,297,300,303,306,309,312],{"id":289,"tag":290},839179,{"id":23,"tag_name":24},{"id":292,"tag":293},839182,{"id":13,"tag_name":14},{"id":295,"tag":296},839183,{"id":30,"tag_name":31},{"id":298,"tag":299},839178,{"id":19,"tag_name":20},{"id":301,"tag":302},839184,{"id":34,"tag_name":35},{"id":304,"tag":305},839190,{"id":37,"tag_name":38},{"id":307,"tag":308},839186,{"id":27,"tag_name":28},{"id":310,"tag":311},839181,{"id":40,"tag_name":41},{"id":313,"tag":314},839188,{"id":17,"tag_name":10},{"id":316,"quote_text":317,"author_id":5,"source_id":57,"has_image":58,"author":318,"source":319,"quote_tag":320,"commentary":9},126851,"The better we become about determining our top priorities and setting boundaries to protect them, the greater potential we’ll have for achieving our dreams.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[321,324,327,330,333,336,339,342,345],{"id":322,"tag":323},839043,{"id":23,"tag_name":24},{"id":325,"tag":326},839046,{"id":13,"tag_name":14},{"id":328,"tag":329},839047,{"id":30,"tag_name":31},{"id":331,"tag":332},839042,{"id":19,"tag_name":20},{"id":334,"tag":335},839048,{"id":34,"tag_name":35},{"id":337,"tag":338},839051,{"id":37,"tag_name":38},{"id":340,"tag":341},839049,{"id":27,"tag_name":28},{"id":343,"tag":344},839045,{"id":40,"tag_name":41},{"id":346,"tag":347},839050,{"id":17,"tag_name":10},{"id":349,"quote_text":350,"author_id":5,"source_id":57,"has_image":58,"author":351,"source":352,"quote_tag":353,"commentary":9},126836,"Your life is so precious. Don’t waste it seeking other people’s approval or permission to pursue your dreams.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[354,357,360,363,366,369,372,375,378],{"id":355,"tag":356},838961,{"id":23,"tag_name":24},{"id":358,"tag":359},838964,{"id":13,"tag_name":14},{"id":361,"tag":362},838965,{"id":30,"tag_name":31},{"id":364,"tag":365},838960,{"id":19,"tag_name":20},{"id":367,"tag":368},838966,{"id":34,"tag_name":35},{"id":370,"tag":371},838969,{"id":37,"tag_name":38},{"id":373,"tag":374},838967,{"id":27,"tag_name":28},{"id":376,"tag":377},838963,{"id":40,"tag_name":41},{"id":379,"tag":380},838968,{"id":17,"tag_name":10},{"currentPage":382,"totalPages":383,"totalItems":8,"itemsPerPage":384},1,4,10]