Luck is a matter of preparation meeting opportunity.

I was once afraid of people saying, “Who does she think she is?” Now I have the courage to stand and say, “This is who I am.

Think back for a moment on your own history — not just where you were born or where you grew up, but the circumstances that contributed to your being right here, right now. What were the moments along the way that wounded or scared you? Chances are, you've had a few. But here's what's remarkable: You are still here, still standing.