Hurt and pain can make us fear connection. We may build walls to keep us safe. But eventually, we realize we have become experts at avoiding vulnerability while feeling increasingly disconnected from experiences that make life rich and meaningful. That realization can be momentarily difficult, but it can also be an inflection point.
Achieving intimacy in relationships takes trust and courage. Knowing we need to let others see all of us is just the beginning. After we realize and accept how critical it is to allow ourselves to be truly vulnerable, it’s still very hard to do. This is where the courage part comes in. It’s a huge […]