Brokenness

|Brokenness|

My brokenness is a better bridge for people than my pretend wholeness ever was.
|Shelia Walsh|

I originally found this quote to be attributed to Shelia Walsh. I’ve also seen Brené Brown listed as its source. The strength is not in the author but rather in the weightiness of the sentiment. It speaks to the power of vulnerability. Embracing our imperfections allows us to connect deeply with others, fostering genuine relationships. Pretending to be perfect creates barriers, but sharing our true selves builds bridges of empathy and understanding. Our struggles and authenticity inspire others to be real and courageous. Your challenges, difficulties, and brokenness are not wasted when you allow yourself to share what you’ve learned from the experience with those who travel a similar path. Embrace your brokenness as a strength. Through our shared trials and challenges, we lift and support one another, creating a community built on trust and compassion.

Be Encouraged.