"One of the first steps in getting ready to do you is to insist upon yourself. Just the very act of you declaring you. Holler it out loud. And I mean loud."

"Getting things clear in your own head is a pattern you have to repeat. It’s a signal you have to find and stay with."

"You don’t need permission to enjoy who you like, what you like, or how you like it."

"After all, every one of us is a work in progress. And, as long as you don’t give up on you, that progress will happen. Even on the days when it feels as if you’re stuck. Just keep doing you and let the world catch up with you."

"List the things you like doing the most. Not just ideas of things or general categories, but the actual activities you do. Be really specific—the details will help you know where you are most comfortable and the types of people you will enjoy the most."

"As you get more comfortable with yourself—the parts you think are awesome, and the parts you want to work on, too—be sure to make room for people who like the you that you’re growing into."

"The people who are the meanest are usually the ones who have been hurt the most."

"No matter how hard it may seem, keep your focus."

"You won’t know until you try. It’s your song, and only you know how it goes."

"So, don’t worry if it’s not perfect. It’s not supposed to be. It’s just supposed to be real. The real you."

"Honestly, it doesn’t so much matter what you did, but that you did whatever was real for you. Each act of doing is a big step in becoming you."

"Think how great life will be if you just keep on living like that—living like you."

"You just can’t know the results until you do you. Whatever you decide to do, be true to yourself. Be the proof positive that your life is just right for you."

"Getting through the tough moments isn’t easy. But you don’t need easy. You are stronger than you know."

"It’s really that simple. Being true to you—everything that makes up you—is a real form of respect and protection."

"As you give to what matters in your life, it will give back to you. You will become surrounded by people who care about you and give as generously as you do."

Quotes of wisdom by Ben Cohen
Inspiration and Encouragement for Anyone

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