The Power of Vulnerability

04/01/20 • 18 min

Brené Brown says it so well. She says, "vulnerability sounds like truth and feels like courage but truth and courage aren't always comfortable but they are never weakness". With what is going on in our world today we all need vulnerability more than ever. We are all feeling some intense emotions in various ways - frustrated trying to work with kids in the home, scared of the unknown, worried if you or someone you love may get sick or lose their job. We need to vocalize our deepest thoughts and feelings with someone we love and trust. Speaking openly about our feelings isn't easy or comfortable but by taking courage to be vulnerable will carry you through scary times and you will be healthier and more resilient on the other side. And who wouldn't want that?!

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