We cannot selectively numb emotions, when we numb the painful emotions, we also numb the positive emotions.
BRENE BROWNWe cannot selectively numb emotions, when we numb the painful emotions, we also numb the positive emotions.
BRENE BROWNNothing has transformed my life more than realizing that it’s a waste of time to evaluate my worthiness by weighing the reaction of the people in the stands.
BRENE BROWNCourage is like – it’s a habitus, a habit, a virtue: You get it by courageous acts. It’s like you learn to swim by swimming. You learn courage by couraging.
BRENE BROWNDaring Leaders are never silent about hard things.
BRENE BROWNCourage is listening, learning, unlearning, knowing when to lead, and knowing when to let others lead.
BRENE BROWNCourage starts with showing up and letting ourselves be seen.
BRENE BROWNHope is a function of struggle.
BRENE BROWNDaring to set boundaries is about having the courage to love ourselves even when we risk disappointing others.
BRENE BROWNThe dark does not destroy the light; it defines it. It’s our fear of the dark that casts our joy into the shadows.
BRENE BROWNHave you ever struggled with feeling lonely – even when you’re surrounded by people you love? I have. It’s painful and confusing.
BRENE BROWNEmbracing 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.
BRENE BROWNhe broken hearted are the bravest among us. They had the courage to love.
BRENE BROWNShame is the most powerful, master emotion. It’s the fear that we’re not good enough.
BRENE BROWNShame corrodes the very part of us that believes we are capable of change.
BRENE BROWNVulnerability sounds like truth and feels like courage. Truth and courage aren’t always comfortable, but they’re never weakness.
BRENE BROWNVulnerability is not about winning or losing. It’s having the courage to show up even when you can’t control the outcome.
BRENE BROWN