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“Keep in mind that when you attach your self-worth to things that you have created and people love it, you have locked yourself into a prison of “pleasing, performing, and perfecting.” On the other hand, if you are aware of shame and have strong shame resilience skills, the situation is much different. You want people to love what you create, but your self-worth is not dependent on it. You may feel disappointed if people don’t like it, but you know that it’s about what you do- not who you are. Regardless of the outcome, you have already dared greatly. When we do not put our self-worth on the line, we’re more willing to take on risks.”
― Book Avenue, Summary of Daring Greatly: How the Courage to Be Vulnerable Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent, and Lead: by Brené Brown