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Jun 2016
5m 40s

Being Vulnerable Does Not Make You Weak

MATTHEW HUSSEY
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As a strong woman, you may think, “I don’t want to make myself vulnerable in love. It will make me seem weak.”  But is that really true? In today’s LOVE Life, I explain the difference between vulnerability and weakness, and show you why being open to getting hurt is actually the most courageous thing you can do. If you want true love, let down your guard and listen to this episode…

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