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Choices Quote by Brené Brown

“It was scary. But it was so liberating. I thought, This is not predetermined - I get to choose. There are some days where I have to choose five times in a day. I had to make a choice when you called and the phone rang, whether I'm going to show up and be me, or whether I'm going to say what I…” quote by Brené Brown
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“It was scary. But it was so liberating. I thought, This is not predetermined - I get to choose. There are some days where I have to choose five times in a day. I had to make a choice when you called and the phone rang, whether I'm going to show up and be me, or whether I'm going to say what I think I'm supposed to say and get off the phone.”

Brené Brown

About This Quote

Source Book: Daring Greatly, Brené Brown, 2012

Recognizing that each moment offers a chance to act freely, breaking the illusion of fate and embracing personal agency.

In simple terms: Every moment lets us choose our path.

Key Takeaway

Embrace each decision as a chance to be authentic.

Themes

agency choice authenticity empowerment

Mood

reflective empowering

Type

motivational philosophical

When to use this quote

  • daily interactions
  • career decisions
  • relationships
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

existentialism self-determination mindfulness

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance authenticity with social expectations?
  • What strategies help you stay present when faced with many choices?
A Different Perspective

Choosing constantly can cause decision fatigue and anxiety.

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