Skip to content

Afraid Quote by Brene Brown

“As a vulnerability researcher, the greatest barrier I see is our low tolerance for vulnerability. We're almost afraid to be happy. We feel like it's inviting disaster.” quote by Brene Brown
Download Open image
“As a vulnerability researcher, the greatest barrier I see is our low tolerance for vulnerability. We're almost afraid to be happy. We feel like it's inviting disaster.”

Brene Brown

About This Quote

Source Speech: The Power of Vulnerability, 2010

People often avoid showing vulnerability, fearing it leads to disaster, yet it blocks true happiness.

In simple terms: Fear of vulnerability limits joy.

Key Takeaway

Embrace vulnerability for happiness.

Themes

vulnerability fear happiness courage

Mood

reflective hopeful

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • therapy
  • team building
  • personal relationships

Key Concepts

psychology emotional intelligence

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does vulnerability mean to you?
  • How can you safely practice it?
A Different Perspective

Vulnerability can be exploited in unsafe environments.

3.4 out of 5 (8 ratings)

More by Brene Brown

Explore all 759 Brene Brown quotes

More Afraid quotes

Browse all 5,519 Afraid quotes