Opening yourself up & letting people in,  can be scary. Worrying   about the judgement, what others may say or think, or how you feel they may criticise you, it’s hard to let those barriers down & allow others in. 

But I’ve realised, that all the negative thoughts I have had about letting others in, are just my own. 

Because I have always consciously  or subconsciously  felt like I have been seen as strong, a warrior,   letting people in & opening up to them, so they can help me, felt like a weakness, a little shameful. Allowing them to see the scars below the armour filled me with fear, made me feel weak. 

It takes courage & self compassion to let the barriers down, show our vulnerable side. 

By letting people in, embracing vulnerability, it enabled me to be my true authentic self, in asking for help, I have realised it’s not a weakness, but a strength. A strength to allow that support for self & what I need. 

The strength in speaking out, supports me in showing up for myself, getting what I need from others & having open & honest conversations. I have found there has been know judgement, people are happy & willing to  help, to be there, because they love & care for me. 

Vulnerability is not a weakness, vulnerability is a  strength that we all hold & shouldn’t be ashamed to show. 

Letting others know our wants & needs, only helps us as an individual, it improves relationships, building a better support network & communication. 

Lean into the discomfort, open up & it will create a whole new world of happiness, friendship & connection with self & others.