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Dealing with stress Quote by Brené Brown

“Whether we’re overcoming adversity, surviving trauma, or dealing with stress and anxiety, having a sense of purpose, meaning, and perspective in our lives allows us to develop understanding and move forward. Without purpose, meaning, and perspective, it is easy to lose hope, numb our emotions, or…” quote by Brené Brown
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““Whether we’re overcoming adversity, surviving trauma, or dealing with stress and anxiety, having a sense of purpose, meaning, and perspective in our lives allows us to develop understanding and move forward. Without purpose, meaning, and perspective, it is easy to lose hope, numb our emotions, or become overwhelmed by our circumstances. We feel reduced, less capable, and lost in the face of struggle. The heart of spirituality is connection. When we believe in that inextricable connection, we don’t feel alone.””

Brené Brown

About This Quote

Source Book: “The Gifts of Imperfection”, 2010

Purpose, meaning, and perspective help us cope with adversity; without them we risk hopelessness.

In simple terms: Purpose guides us through hardship.

Key Takeaway

Cultivate purpose and perspective.

Themes

resilience spirituality mental health

Mood

hopeful empathetic

Type

philosophical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • stressful work
  • personal loss
  • health crises

Key Concepts

Existential meaning psychological coping

Questions to Reflect On

  • What gives your life meaning?
  • How can you foster perspective?
A Different Perspective

Finding purpose can be challenging in crisis.

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