We live in a culture that seems to focus on making us feeling bad about ourselves: if you're not (fill in the blank) then you're not good enough, successful enough, etc.. Instead of it being about behavior, it becomes about a character defect or flaw. In other words it becomes personal. As a result, self-loathing and shame can become constant companions stopping you from feeling capable and competent whether professionally or personally. You question your worthiness and fearful you'll be found out. Within this culture the goal becomes how not to be vulnerable, causing you to close yourself off from deep connections so as not to be hurt, again. The problem however, is it keeps you disconnected and unable to be fully loved. Does this strike you as a wonderful way to live?
If there were another way would you be interested?
If so, it means making the commitment to open yourself unlike never before. Scary? Absolutely! Is it worth it? Only you can answer that, but in my experience it absolutely is! But here's a caveat, you need to be thoughtful about who you choose to be vulnerable with, as not everyone is worthy of your vulnerability!
Brene' Brown in her powerful TED talks, speaks about vulnerability and shame. These talks changed my life. I've watched them numerous times and they are required viewing for clients, as they important for anyone who wants to change their life and their thinking and imperative if you want to deepen connection and love in your life!
Each video runs approximately 20 minutes, so make an appointment with yourself and watch them. I'd be very interested in your thoughts and reaction, so email me back and let me know!
Beth
If there were another way would you be interested?
If so, it means making the commitment to open yourself unlike never before. Scary? Absolutely! Is it worth it? Only you can answer that, but in my experience it absolutely is! But here's a caveat, you need to be thoughtful about who you choose to be vulnerable with, as not everyone is worthy of your vulnerability!
Brene' Brown in her powerful TED talks, speaks about vulnerability and shame. These talks changed my life. I've watched them numerous times and they are required viewing for clients, as they important for anyone who wants to change their life and their thinking and imperative if you want to deepen connection and love in your life!
Each video runs approximately 20 minutes, so make an appointment with yourself and watch them. I'd be very interested in your thoughts and reaction, so email me back and let me know!
Beth
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