Perfectionism is a self destructive and addictive belief system that fuels this primary thought: If I look perfect, and do everything perfectly, I can avoid or minimize the painful feelings of shame, judgment, and blame.
BRENE BROWNWe cannot selectively numb emotions, when we numb the painful emotions, we also numb the positive emotions.
More Brene Brown Quotes
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Cruelty is easy, cheap and rampant.
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Maybe stories are just data with a soul.
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You cannot shame or belittle people into changing their behaviors.
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What we know matters but who we are matters more.
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Talk to yourself like you would talk to someone you love.
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Courage is contagious.
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Those who have a strong sense of love and belonging have the courage to be imperfect.
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There is no justice without accountability.
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I’ve found what makes children happy doesn’t always prepare them to be courageous, engaged adults.
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Shame derives its power from being unspeakable.
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The dark does not destroy the light; it defines it. It’s our fear of the dark that casts our joy into the shadows.
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Vulnerability is not about winning or losing. It’s having the courage to show up even when you can’t control the outcome.
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If we can share our story with someone who responds with empathy and understanding, shame can’t survive.
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The universe is not short on wake-up calls. We’re just quick to hit the snooze button.
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Until we can receive with an open heart, we are never really giving with an open heart.
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