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Confident Quote by Brené Brown

“Shame: We all have it. It's that gremlin that says 'I'm not enough.' Or, if you're feeling pretty confident,...'ooh, who do you think you are?' Shame always has a seat.” quote by Brené Brown
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“Shame: We all have it. It's that gremlin that says 'I'm not enough.' Or, if you're feeling pretty confident,...'ooh, who do you think you are?' Shame always has a seat.”

Brené Brown

About This Quote

Source Book: Daring Greatly, 2012

Shame is an internal critic that undermines confidence, yet it can be recognized and managed.

In simple terms: Shame erodes confidence.

Key Takeaway

Identify and challenge shameful thoughts.

Themes

vulnerability self‑esteem psychology

Mood

empathetic educational

Type

psychological self‑help

When to use this quote

  • therapy
  • team building
  • personal growth

Key Concepts

inner critic self‑compassion social comparison

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you silence the shame voice?
  • What practices build self‑compassion?
A Different Perspective

Shame can be deeply ingrained.

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