Vulnerability can be empowering and liberating from "summary" of Wow, No Thank You. by Samantha Irby
Being vulnerable is terrifying. It’s like standing on a tightrope, with no safety net below. It’s opening yourself up to potential hurt and rejection. But here’s the thing - vulnerability can also be empowering and liberating. It’s about letting go of the need to always have it together, to always be strong and in control. It’s about being okay with not being okay. When you allow yourself to be vulnerable, you are giving yourself permission to be human. You are acknowledging that you have flaws and insecurities, just like everyone else. And that’s okay. In fact, it’s more than okay - it’s necessary. Because when you embrace your vulnerability, you are opening yourself up to deeper connections with others. You are saying, “This is who I am, warts and all. Take it or leave it.” Sure, being vulnerable can be scary. It means putti...
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