The True Meaning of Vulnerability

Over these last couple of weeks, the term “vulnerability” has been popping off on social media.

It has seemed to grasp a negative light, as people are afraid to open up due to potential backlash.

In some cases, the backlash is warranted.

There is a BIG difference between being authentically vulnerable versus playing the victim.

It is not wrong to talk about your feelings and experiences, but depending on the fundamental motive behind the conversation, it can make all the difference.

Are you trying to just get sympathy or are you trying to help others?

Are you focused on fueling negativity or are you using your pain and mistakes for purpose?

Are you taking responsibility of your actions or are you deflecting?

Vulnerability is about connection and growth.

Victimhood is about disconnection and helplessness.

When I met the love of my life for the first time, we met up at a Starbucks in Downtown Philly for 3 hours.

During that conversation, I was initially hesitant on how vulnerable I’d be but as the conversation naturally unfolded, I chose to be share my testimony, including my weed addiction that led to a drug psychosis, then how I’ve grown from that experience.

Apparently, what she was attracted to the most about me during this conversation was how willing I was to open up and how I was forward thinking versus stuck in the past.

Imagine if I was only surface level or spiraled with “woe is me” energy.

That might have been the only conversation we ever had.

Nobody wants to be around a perpetual victim.

People want to make meaningful connections and be inspired.

When you fear opening up, remember Isaiah 41:40…

“So do not fear, for I am with you;
 do not be dismayed, for I am your God.
I will strengthen you and help you;
 I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.”

God will always be with you.

I hope my most recent and most vulnerable video will now inspire you.

Choosing To Be Vulnerable Over A Victim 🙏