“What almost no one understands is how every level of severity in this diagnosis is underpinned by shame. Which means we don’t “fix it” by cutting people down to size and reminding folks of their inadequacies and smallness. Shame is more likely to be the cause of these behaviors, not the cure.”— Brené Brown, amazon.comTagged: vulnerability, Narcisissm, Shame
“Connection is why we’re here. We are hardwired to connect with others, it’s what gives purpose and meaning to our lives, and without it there is suffering.”— Brené Brown, amazon.comTagged: vulnerability, Connection, Relationships
“Vulnerability is not weakness, and the uncertainty, risk, and emotional exposure we face every day are not optional.”— Brené Brown, amazon.comTagged: vulnerability, Exposure