Quote by John Geddes

...allowing yourself to be vulnerable makes you weak but also opens you to the nuances of beauty...

...allowing yourself to be vulnerable makes you weak but als

Summary

This quote suggests that vulnerability is often perceived as a sign of weakness. However, it also highlights the potential benefits of being open and vulnerable. By allowing oneself to be emotionally exposed, we become more receptive to the subtle and intricate aspects of beauty that may otherwise go unnoticed. In this sense, vulnerability is seen as a means of enhancing our capacity to appreciate and experience the richness and depth of the world around us.

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Beauty Fragility Vulnerability

By John Geddes

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