When we fail to set boundaries and hold people accountable, we feel used and mistreated. This is why we sometimes attack who they are, which is far more hurtful than addressing a behavior or a choice.
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Numb the dark and you numb the light.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Suppressing pain also limits the ability to feel joy and light.
BrenΓ© Brown's quote highlights the interconnection between our emotions, suggesting that by trying to avoid or numb the darker aspects of our experiences, we inadvertently diminish our capacity to experience joy and positive emotions. To fully embrace the light in our lives, we must also allow ourselves to feel and confront the darkness.
Themes
EmotionsDarknessLightJoyPain
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about embracing vulnerability, one could use this quote to underline the importance of feeling all emotions.
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