Vulnerability invites connection with others from "summary" of Travels with Myself and Another by Martha Gellhorn
In my wanderings across this vast world, I have come to understand that vulnerability is not a weakness to be hidden or feared, but rather a strength that opens the door to true connection with others. When we allow ourselves to be vulnerable, to show our true selves without pretense or artifice, we invite others to do the same. It is in this shared vulnerability that bonds are formed, relationships are deepened, and understanding is fostered. In the face of uncertainty and danger, it is natural to put up walls, to project an image of strength and invulnerability. But in my experience, it is when we let down these barriers, when we allow ourselves to be truly seen, that we create space for others to do the same. It is in this space of honesty and openness that true connections are made, that hearts are touched, and that lives...
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