This quote encourages facing challenges head-on rather than avoiding them. It means that true personal development and strength come from embracing difficult situations and uncomfortable emotions, recognizing them as necessary catalysts for learning and becoming a more resilient individual.
Quote by Brené Brown: “Don't shy away from discomfort. Lean into it. It's how we grow.”
Don't shy away from discomfort. Lean into it. It's how we grow.
Insight
Historical Context
In a society often seeking immediate gratification and comfort, Brown's work emphasizes the necessity of struggle and the process of "falling, getting up, and trying again" for genuine personal and collective transformation.
Verify source / Learn moreAbout the Author
American researcher and author whose work on vulnerability, shame, and courage has reached millions through her 2010 TED Talk 'The Power of Vulnerability,' one of the most-watched TED talks of all time. Her books include Daring Greatly and The Gifts of Imperfection.
View all quotes by Brené Brown