Listen "The Armor We Wear — And How It Holds Us Back"
Episode Synopsis
SummaryIn this conversation, Kaan Celebi explores the concept of emotional armor that individuals wear to protect themselves from vulnerability and judgment. He discusses how this armor, while providing a sense of safety, ultimately hinders genuine connections and personal growth. Through personal anecdotes, he illustrates the various forms of armor people adopt, such as perfectionism, control, and blending in. Kaan emphasizes the importance of self-awareness and the gradual process of shedding this armor to foster authentic relationships and a deeper understanding of oneself.TakeawaysWe all wear emotional armor to protect ourselves.This armor can prevent real connection and joy.Brene Brown defines armor as behaviors to protect ourselves.Types of armor include perfectionism, control, and people-pleasing.Blending in can lead to feelings of alienation.Emotional detachment can hinder true connections.It's important to let people see the real you.The longer you keep the armor on, the harder it is to take off.Authenticity attracts the right people into your life.Letting go of armor leads to better connections.
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