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Why it’s a struggle to be vulnerable

Why it’s a struggle to be vulnerable

FromWell Balanced


Why it’s a struggle to be vulnerable

FromWell Balanced

ratings:
Length:
18 minutes
Released:
Mar 27, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

Vulnerability can be scary—even for meditation coaches. So Ofosu and Leah talk about how they've overcome that fear and why being vulnerable is important to grow. They also share their tips to help you embrace vulnerability and confidently ask for what you need.
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? What's in this episode:

(00:00) A Well Balanced listener asks, "How can we learn to be vulnerable?"
(00:57) Leah's experience breaking through the fear of vulnerability
(03:55) The power of vulnerability
(05:10) Is being vulnerable counterintuitive?
(05:59) Ofosu's experience of being vulnerable in hip-hop culture
(08:07) Being vulnerable on social media
(08:40) Letting go of perfectionism
(09:36) When vulnerability doesn't come easy
(11:26) What vulnerability is not and why we armor ourselves
(11:56) Expressing yourself freely
(13:26) How to notice what you need (and ask for it)

? About Balance: Well Balanced is co-hosted by Ofosu and Leah, Balance’s Co-Heads of Meditation. Balance is a highly personalized meditation and sleep app that's been named Google's App of the Year and Apple's App of the Day. Completely free for the entire first year, Balance is helping 5 million+ people around the world improve their stress, sleep, focus, and mood. Unlock your free year of Balance today by downloading it from the App Store or Play Store: https://balanceapp.sng.link/Arat1/h3qp/icji
Released:
Mar 27, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Titles in the series (100)

Learn practical tips for improving your stress, sleep, focus, and mood. Each week, meditation coaches Ofosu and Leah will turn their own everyday successes and obstacles into chances to explore the science behind health and wellness. Along the way, they'll talk to experts and seek appreciation for the natural ups and downs we all experience. (Brought to you by the makers of Balance: Meditation & Sleep, the top-rated meditation app on Apple's App Store. Learn more at www.balanceapp.com.)