Power In Being Vulnerable
Genuine vulnerability represents a deep and subtle form of power.
In order to become more resilient, more formidable, you must first show your flaws and weaknesses for the world to see. In doing so, they lose their power over you, allowing you to live your life with more honesty and intention.
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"Vulnerability" has become a bit of a buzzword in pop culture and as such, often gets distorted into something it's not. Here's what being vulnerable really is and what it can and can't do for you.
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