The ability to articulate what you think and how you feel with certainty exemplifies patience and commitment to growth. Being vague with our desires and areas of focus frees us from accountability and ultimately lands as avoidance. It is increasingly rare & beautiful to be decided.
Vulnerability, at its heart, is the willingness to show up and be seen when you can’t control perception.
∆ Brené Brown on vulnerability
little things that aren't little: "of course i remember" the ability to maintain a journal comfortable silence people apologizing for things that happened a long time ago chopped fruits from parents the last bite being asked for your opinion minor tone changes texting first when they offer you their coat pep talks "you were right" when they give you the bigger slice when you're both running late a calmed nervous system when around them when they pay attention to what you show them "i feel the same way"
