The Powerful Self-Worth Tool to Build Confidence and Deeper Connections

Vulnerability is a powerful tool in your healing and creative journey.

It's something that is misunderstood and often labeled as 'weak' in our modern society, but the truth is that vulnerability is the surest way to build self-worth and forge deeper connections with yourself and others. It is now a vital part of my life, but that wasn't always the case. In fact, I made it a focus precisely because it was missing for so long. I was terrified of being vulnerable—of exposing myself to hurt, rejection, or failure.Why Vulnerability is the Key to Building Self-Confidence and Authentic Connections

My journey into vulnerability began about eight years ago after watching Brené Brown’s powerful TED Talk. She turned the common perception of vulnerability upside down, explaining that most people associate it with weakness, but in reality, being vulnerable requires immense courage.

Brené also revealed that vulnerability is key to human connection. That sold me. I had always struggled to feel connected and to truly belong, especially during college. Realizing that vulnerability could help me build meaningful relationships made it much more appealing. If you've been searching for how to feel more connected to others, this is a powerful place to start.

Practicing Vulnerability to Strengthen Self-Worth and Express Yourself Without Fear

Since then, I have made it my mission to be brave and embrace vulnerability. I started by opening up to my closest friends, sharing my past, my fears, and my shame. To my surprise, instead of judging or rejecting me, they embraced me with love and acceptance.

The more I practiced vulnerability, the more confident I became. I started to feel comfortable in my own skin, which, in turn, made it easier to be open with those I didn’t know as well. Vulnerability snowballed into greater confidence, stronger relationships, and a deeper sense of community. If you're looking for self-worth tools and ways to build self-confidence, practicing vulnerability is an essential step.

Now, I’m the person at the party engaged in deep emotional conversations in the corner. I’ve never been one for small talk—I live to dig deep. Vulnerability has not only allowed me to connect with others but also taught me how to hold space for them in their own moments of openness.

How to Develop a Deeper Connection to Yourself and Others Through Vulnerability

Practicing vulnerability with myself has been just as transformative. In the beginning, it meant a lot of self-reflection. Then, I added mindfulness and non-judgment into the mix. Eventually, I discovered journaling as a powerful tool for processing emotions and releasing them from my mind and body.

Writing things down has an almost magical way of helping me process my thoughts. As the ink flows onto paper, so do my emotions—creating space for healing and clarity. Journaling has become an essential part of my vulnerability practice, and I’ll be sharing this technique in my upcoming Vulnerability Challenge as a tool for learning to express yourself without fear and embracing your fullest expression.

“Talking with Liz has always helped me to see things from different points of view and led me to deeper understanding.” - Tatania E.

The Deep Healing Power of Vulnerability in Coaching

The deepest healing happens when we allow ourselves to be fully seen, to step into our wounds, and to be held in a safe and supportive space. Coaching offers a powerful opportunity for this kind of transformation. I have worked with many clients, but the ones who experience the biggest shifts are those who show up with a true readiness to explore their past wounds with vulnerability.

Healing isn’t about rushing the process—it’s about honoring your own pace. Readiness is key. Moving faster than your emotional readiness isn’t healing; it’s bypassing. That’s why it is so essential to work with someone who understands this delicate balance.

As a trauma-informed coach, I create a safe and supportive container where you can explore your emotions without fear. When you feel truly comfortable and supported, you can go deeper into the stories and memories that are holding you back. This is where alchemy happens—where vulnerability turns into profound healing and transformation. I get to hold space for others as they move through growth and healing. It's an honor to support others in these tender moments and provide them with the space and the tools to process and release.

If you're curious what that looks like, check out this full Deep Coaching session (shared with permission of course!) where I guide my client to navigate a charged memory that's keeping her stuck in freeze mode. 

If you’re ready to break old patterns, develop a deeper connection to yourself and others, and shift into living your best life, contact me to learn about my 1:1 coaching containers!

The Foundation of a Meaningful Life – How Vulnerability Fuels Growth, Authenticity, Connection and Creativity

Living in alignment with your core values is essential for creating a meaningful and fulfilling life. Vulnerability isn’t just an isolated skill—it deeply connects with and amplifies my other four core values:

Growth: Stepping Outside Your Comfort Zone with Confidence

Growth is inherently vulnerable. Stepping out of your comfort zone surfaces fears and discomfort, and failure is an inevitable part of the process. But it is through this vulnerability that transformation happens.

Authenticity: Boldy and Fearless Being Your Fullest Expression

Authenticity requires vulnerability. To show up as your full self, you must reveal not just your strengths but also your struggles. In my values blog, I defined vulnerability as showing the cracks in your mask—because true authenticity isn’t about perfection; it’s about embracing your whole self.

“Liz helped me realize how valuable it is to be honest and accepting of yourself and others. When I’m around her, I always feel relaxed. I don’t need to wear any masks. I can just be myself, and I’m very grateful for that.” - Marina S.

Creativity: How Vulnerability Fuels Innovation and Expression

The best art requires vulnerability. Think about the greatest artists: Picasso, Frida Kahlo, Van Gogh. Their work was deeply personal, often born from their own pain and struggles. Frida Kahlo painted her trauma and resilience, Van Gogh expressed his inner turmoil, and Picasso channeled his emotions into his Blue Period.

To create is to put your heart and soul into something and then share it with the world, knowing that others may judge it. That level of exposure is incredibly vulnerable, yet it is also what makes art so powerful and relatable.

Community: Building Meaningful Relationships Through Vulnerability

Vulnerability is the foundation of strong communities. I shared in my last blog how it has transformed my friendships, but let’s think even bigger. Without vulnerability, movements like #MeToo and Alcoholics Anonymous wouldn’t exist. These communities thrive because people share their most vulnerable stories, fostering connection, healing, and change.

Join the Vulnerability Challenge to Build Self-Confidence and Deeper Connections

Because vulnerability is most powerful in community, I’m creating a Vulnerability Challenge—a space for those who want to grow, connect, and transform their lives. This challenge is for anyone and everyone, and it will cost you nothing but whatever is holding you back from creating self-confidence, deeper connection, and self-expression without fear.

Sign up below—we’re ready to welcome you in!