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 can’t give up on vulnerability. It’s the path back to ourselves and each other.
More Brene Brown Quotes
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Courage is listening, learning, unlearning, knowing when to lead, and knowing when to let others lead.
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Even in our deepest struggles, love, faith and beauty find a way.
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When I look at narcissism through the vulnerability lens, I see the shame-based fear of being ordinary. I see the fear of never feeling extraordinary enough to be noticed, to be lovable, to belong, or to cultivate a sense of purpose.
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Cruelty is easy, cheap and rampant.
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We all have patterned ways of dealing with anxiety that are often set up in our first families. Understanding how and why can set us free.
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We cultivate love when we allow our most vulnerable and powerful selves to be deeply seen and known, and when we honor the spiritual connection that grows from that offering with trust, respect, kindness and affection.
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Don’t try to win over the haters; you are not a jackass whisperer.
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Vulnerability is not a victory march, it’s a cold and it’s a broken hallelujah.
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Surviving this crisis will take a shift in mindset, and that’s tougher than we think – especially when we’re afraid.
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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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To love ourselves and support each other in the process of becoming real is perhaps the greatest single act of daring greatly.
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Staying vulnerable is a risk we have to take if we want to experience connection.
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Our ability to live a life of love and meaning, to make the world a braver and kinder place.
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Embracing our vulnerabilities is risky but not nearly as dangerous as giving up on love and belonging and joy – the experiences that make us the most vulnerable.
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Vulnerability is the heart of sport. I love working with coaches and athletes.
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