Thought for the Week

Timothy D. Stein, MFT, CSAT

December 3, 2018

“The art of self-disclosure is an expression of the gift of courage.” –Wendy Behary

Self-disclosure is not easy.  It brings the possibility of judgement and rejection.  It is also the only way to find true love and acceptance.  Effective self-disclosure is an expression of courage; the ability to do something that frightens you.  When we are frightened, stopping is not the answer.  Neither is denying the fear and running forward, throwing caution to the wind.  Courage allows us to self-disclose with awareness of both the risks and the potential benefits.

When I have closed myself off from others out of fear?  When have I mistaken carelessness for courage?  What gifts await me and others as I find true courage in recovery?