Vulnerability is a sign of courage, not weakness from "summary" of How Not To Be a Boy by Robert Webb
What I’ve come to understand is that showing vulnerability takes guts. It’s not easy to let your guard down, to reveal your insecurities and fears to others. It’s much simpler to put on a brave face, to pretend that everything is okay even when it’s not. But true courage lies in being able to be open and honest about your feelings, to show your vulnerabilities without fear of judgment or ridicule. I used to think that being vulnerable was a sign of weakness. I believed that I had to be tough and stoic, that I couldn’t let anyone see the cracks in my armor. But over time, I’ve realized that this mindset only held me back. It prevented me from forming deep and meaningful connections with others, from truly being myself. It wasn’t until I started to embrace my vulnerabilities, to see them as a strength rather than a weakness, that I was able to grow and change as a person. ...
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