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What does it mean?
Breaking down emotionally felt embarrassing but was ultimately healing as it removed an inner wall.
In plain terms
He was embarrassed to cry but it helped break down his emotional wall.
What can you take from it?
Showing vulnerability can be healthy even if it feels embarrassing.

Where it applies

  • conflict resolution
  • therapeutic moments
  • friendship

Putting it to work

  • opening up
  • building trust

Questions to consider

  • When is it okay to break down?
  • How does vulnerability help healing?

Another view

Not everyone reacts positively to vulnerability.

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