Absolutes Quote by Brené Brown
“It's a practice for me every day, sometimes every hour of every day. It is an absolute practice. When I went into the research, I really thought that there are authentic people and inauthentic people, period. What I found is, there people who practice authenticity and people who don't. The people who practice authenticity work their ass off at it.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Power of Authenticity, Brené Brown, 2020
Authenticity requires continual effort; people differ in commitment, and genuine practice demands hard work.
In simple terms: Authenticity needs effort.
Key Takeaway
Commit to practicing authenticity daily.
Themes
self-awareness
vulnerability
growth
Mood
candid
encouraging
Type
motivational
reflective
When to use this quote
- team building
- personal coaching
- public speaking
Key Concepts
psychology
behavioral change
leadership
Questions to Reflect On
- What barriers stop you from being authentic?
- How can you support others in authentic practice?
A Different Perspective
Authenticity can feel unsafe in judgmental environments.
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