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Boundaries Quote by Brené Brown

“Vulnerability is based on mutuality and requires boundaries and trust. It's not oversharing, it's not purging, it's not indiscriminate disclosure, and it's not celebrity-style social media information dumps. Vulnerability is about sharing our feelings and our experiences with people who have…” quote by Brené Brown
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“Vulnerability is based on mutuality and requires boundaries and trust. It's not oversharing, it's not purging, it's not indiscriminate disclosure, and it's not celebrity-style social media information dumps. Vulnerability is about sharing our feelings and our experiences with people who have earned the right to hear them.”

Brené Brown

About This Quote

Source Book: Daring Greatly, 2012

Vulnerability thrives on mutual trust and clear boundaries, not indiscriminate sharing.

In simple terms: Trust and boundaries enable true vulnerability.

Key Takeaway

Build trust, set boundaries, share authentically.

Themes

trust vulnerability relationships psychology

Mood

empathetic reflective

Type

inspirational educational

When to use this quote

  • counseling
  • team building
  • personal growth
  • leadership training

Key Concepts

emotional intelligence boundary setting authentic communication

Questions to Reflect On

  • What boundaries protect you when sharing?
  • How do you earn trust before being vulnerable?
A Different Perspective

Vulnerability can be risky if boundaries are weak.

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