Authenticity is a collection of choices that we have to make every day. It's about the choice to show up and be real. The choice to be honest. The choice to let our true selves be seen. ― Brene Brown,

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What we know matters but who we are matters more. ― Brené Brown

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Courage starts with showing up and letting ourselves be seen. ― Brené Brown

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We cannot selectively numb emotions, when we numb the painful emotions, we also numb the positive emotions. ― Brené Brown

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Vulnerability is the birthplace of innovation, creativity and change. ― Brene Brown

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If we can share our story with someone who responds with empathy and understanding, shame can't survive. ― Brené Brown

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Being happy doesn't mean that everything is perfect. It means that you've decided to look beyond the imperfections. _ Gerard Way

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If you trade your authenticity for safety, you may experience the following: anxiety, depression, eating disorders, addiction, rage, blame, resentment, and inexplicable grief. ― Brené Brown

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The dark does not destroy the light; it defines it. It's our fear of the dark that casts our joy into the shadows. ― Brene Brown

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Understanding the difference between healthy striving and perfectionism is critical to laying down the shield and picking up your life. Research shows that perfectionism hampers success. In fact, it's often the path to depression, anxiety, addiction, and life paralysis. ― Brené Brown

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