THE POWER OF VULNERABILITY

THE POWER OF VULNERABILITY

AGNES GEORGE

SPEAKER, COACH

Vulnerability described as uncertainty, risk,and emotional experience. The feeling we get when we step out of our comfort zone. or by doing something that forces us to lose control. Professor Brene Brown says:-

"Vulnerability is the core, the heart, the center of meaningful human experience"

Vulnerability is a sign of weakness. We think of times that we feel vulnerable, emotionally exposed.. This is when we are actually recalling times of great courage.

Vulnerability is the birthplace of love, belonging, joy, courage, empathy and creativity. So while one is setting up a new business, one may feel uncomfortable. One is also opening oneself up to the opportunity to make new friends, and learn new skills. But, if one runs away the second those shaky feelings arise, one is reinforcing the voices in one's head that says:" I am not good enough!"

Now what do we do to avoid vulnerability?

Insecurity is present in all of us. Sometimes it's so strong that we often get out of our way to avoid situations that might make us fragile; trying to side step the shaky nervous feeling of vulnerability.

What do we do? We arm ourselves up. Each morning when we face the day , to avoid the feeling of shame, anxiety, uncertainty and fear. This particular armour changes from person to person. Usually it revolves around one or three methods:-

- Striving for perfection

- Numbing out

- Disrupting joyful moments.

Imagining all the ways that things can go wrong. Do any of these things sound familiar? This type of armour makes us feel safe, in control in the moment, but they are doing us more harm than good.

Perfectionism: It is a twenty ton shield, we think it will protect us but, it keeps us from being seen. Numbing our emotions is damaging. You cannot numb fear without numbing joy at the same time; because we are trying to be vulnerable to the punch. It is believed this has a negative impact why? Without vulnerability there is no love, no belonging and no joy.

Getting comfortable with vulnerability: First one must recognise these fragile moments of vulnerability and work with them. Mindfulness is a good place to start.

Vulnerability is the core, the heart, the centre of meaningful human experiences. What scares us is sometimes actually good for us. If you can stomach sitting with it.. Vulnerability has the potential to transform itself into joy.

What changes would you like to make in your own life?

These are some suggestions to keep in mind in your own life.Recognise that facing vulnerability takes enormous courage. Take small steps, and be proud of your Bravery, and let go of the constant worry about what other people think of you. According toLisa Nicholls, What other people think of you is none of your business. Most people are focused on their own internal struggles. The feeling of being overwhelmed; focus your attention gently on your breath and the sensations in your body for a few moments before running your attention, back to the task at hand. Don't worry about +being perfectin fact do not even consider it.The more you hold yourself to an impossible ideal, the more easily you will give up.

Agnes George has many aspects that compile her life, the first of three girls, learnt at a very early age to be a high achiever, number one sports arthlete, the first to attend university in her family. A mother of one son and two adorable grandchildren. Founder & CEO of Health & Mental Wellbeing Lifestyle. Her purpose is helping persons who are high risk , and prediabetes type two prevent complications occurring. Best selling author, Certified World Class Speaker, Health Strategist, Certified NLP & Cognitive Behaviour Coach, Type 2 Diabetes Transformation Mentor, Ambassador of women's Health; has been honoured with the Prestigious Powerhouse Global Woman Award for contribution to women Empowerment around the world; with three decades of knowledge and experience in health care, nursing and Midwifery Management, Specialist in preterm babies born to mothers of gestational diabetes.

Agnes is ample qualified to to lead this service, with a BSc degree in Nursing, Certificate in Management, Diploma in Management, Specialist Certificate in preterm babies born to mothers of Gestational Diabetes, Certified Sickle Cell Disease & Thalassaemia Specialist., a Masters Degree in Midwifery,

Agnes leads from a place of service, authenticity, self belief, genuineness, humility and passion for helping persons. Her mission is to reach five million individuals globally over five years in education of prevention of type 2 diabetes, through her speaking, Coaching, and webinars.

Diabetes is the fastest growing health condition in the world, It is estimated that if diabetes were a country that it would be the largest country in the world. Has been speaking on the subject for years.

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