Do you fear being yourself, or letting others know the “real” you? Is vulnerability a bad word to you? Do you have the courage it takes to be your true self in your relationships, knowing it could mean that you will be rejected?

In a TED talk by Brene Brown on the power of vulnerability, she talks about the fear many of us have of being “worthy of connection”. She notes that those she found who were happiest were those who were okay to be who they are, rather than who they thought other’s want them to be. That there is courage in being imperfect as well as emphasizing the need to show compassion to yourself first.

Do you struggle with vulnerability? Do you hold back things from your spouse or other loved ones beceause of fear of rejection? Have you ever lost a relationship and thought “I wonder if they knew the real me if they would have stayed?”

Vulnerability is difficult but it is a tool that when wielded properly can create something very beautiful. None of us wants to be in half-hearted relationships, nor should we settle for that. If you feel like you struggle with being yourself around others, make the jump! If it seems too far you can reach out to friends and loved ones, even a counselor can help you learn the tools necessary so you can start being who are and/or who you want to be. We can’t wait to meet you!