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Embrace vulnerability from "summary" of Rising Strong by Brené Brown
Vulnerability is the birthplace of love, belonging, joy, courage, empathy, and creativity. It is the source of hope, empathy, accountability, and authenticity. If we want greater clarity in our purpose or deeper and more meaningful spiritual lives, vulnerability is the path. It is the core, the heart, the center of meaningful human experiences. To embrace vulnerability is to recognize that it is not about winning or losing, it's having the courage to show up when you can't control the outcome. It's about stepping into the arena, knowing that you might get your ass kicked. It's the willingness to show up and be seen when you can't predict or control the outcome. It's about owning our own stories and loving ourselves through that process. We often try to numb vulnerability, but we cannot selectively numb emotions. When we numb the dark, we numb the light. When we deny our stories and disengage from tough emotions, they don't disappear; they own us, they define us. We must embrace vulnerability and allow ourselves to feel the full range of emotions, even when it's hard and uncomfortable. When we deny our stories and disengage from vulnerability, we are not living our full potential. We are denying ourselves the opportunity to connect with others on a deeper level, to truly be seen and understood. To rise strong, we must embrace vulnerability, lean into discomfort, and own our stories. Vulnerability is not weakness; it is our greatest measure of courage. It is the willingness to show up and be seen, even when there are no guarantees. It is the key to living a wholehearted life, to cultivating meaningful relationships, and to finding true belonging. Embracing vulnerability is the path to living a life filled with love, connection, and purpose.
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