About this episode

This episode explores the discomfort of vulnerability and the importance of honesty in relationships.

It's the answer we give almost automatically: "I'm fine." But are we? This week, we explore why we've become so conditioned to hide what we're really feeling, why vulnerability can feel so uncomfortable, and how learning to be honest with the people closest to us can deepen our relationships. Sometimes the strongest thing you can say isn't "I'm fine"—it's telling the truth.

People in this episode

Host: Mark Kurian

Topics covered

• vulnerability
• emotional honesty
• relationships
• mental health
• communication

Keywords

• I'm fine
• vulnerability
• emotional expression
• relationships
• communication

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