You can't judge people and touch their souls at the same time.

No one tape her deepest gifts through shame, guilt or anger. In fact, if you come from obligation, others smell the sadness in your blood and they will run the other way,

Holding myself to perfectionistic standards, I used to think I had to become lifelong friends with everyone who entered my life. This was exhausting, and I now know it’s not true. I believe the old saying that people come into your life for a reason, a season, or a lifetime.” (127)

Do not judge your friend until you stand in his place

When we know ourselves to be connected to all others, acting compassionately is simply the natural thing to do.

You and I
The starry sky
Dancing in the night
Talking all things life.