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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.” quote by Brené Brown
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“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.”

Brené Brown

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.

Key Takeaway

Accept vulnerability, keep trying.

Themes

vulnerability resilience self‑worth growth empathy

Mood

hopeful empathetic

Type

psychological motivational

When to use this quote

  • relationships
  • career setbacks
  • personal loss
  • mental health therapy
  • self‑esteem building

Key Concepts

psychology emotional intelligence self‑compassion

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you separate self‑worth from outcomes?
  • What steps help you recover after disappointment?
A Different Perspective

May be hard to practice consistently.

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