Able Quote by Brené Brown
“If we want to be able to move through the difficult disappointments, the hurt feelings, and the heartbreaks that are inevitable in a fully lived life, we can't equate defeat with being unworthy of love, belonging and joy. If we do, we'll never show up and try again.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: "The Power of Vulnerability", TEDx, 2010
We must not equate failure with unworthiness; embracing vulnerability allows us to keep trying despite pain.
In simple terms: Failure isn’t a sign of being unlovable.
Accept vulnerability, keep trying.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- relationships
- career setbacks
- personal loss
- mental health therapy
- self‑esteem building
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you separate self‑worth from outcomes?
- What steps help you recover after disappointment?
May be hard to practice consistently.