The truth is that falling hurts is a powerful reminder that vulnerability is real. But the real magic happens when we dare to be brave enough to feel our way back up, not just pretend the fall never happened.
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Meaning
It’s about acknowledging the pain of failure while finding the courage to get back up and learn from the experience.
Explanation
Look, here’s the thing I’ve seen time and again, both in my own life and with the people I’ve coached. We all want to skip to the good part, the victory lap. We want to be the person who “got back up” without ever admitting how much the fall actually stung. This quote flips that script. It says, of course it hurts. Failure is painful. Embarrassment is real. That’s the non-negotiable truth. The dare—and it is a dare—is to stay in that messy, uncomfortable place long enough to feel your way back. Not to think your way, or power your way, but to feel your way. It’s a process of curious exploration, not a quick fix.
Quote Summary
| Context | Attributes |
|---|---|
| Original Language | English (3669) |
| Category | Personal Development (698) |
| Topics | courage (145), resilience (106) |
| Literary Style | direct (414), reflective (255) |
| Emotion / Mood | encouraging (304) |
| Overall Quote Score | 71 (53) |
Origin & Factcheck
This is straight from the work of research professor and storyteller Brené Brown. It’s a central theme in her 2015 book, Rising Strong as a Spiritual Practice, which she published in the United States. You sometimes see it floating around unattributed, but this is pure, uncut Brené.
Attribution Summary
| Context | Attributes |
|---|---|
| Author | Brene Brown (257) |
| Source Type | Book (4032) |
| Source/Book Name | Rising Strong as a Spiritual Practice (39) |
| Origin Timeperiod | 21st Century (1892) |
| Original Language | English (3669) |
| Authenticity | Verified (4032) |
Author Bio
Dr Brene Brown is the author of books such as Daring Greatly and The Power of Vulnerability. The TED talk and Netflix production based on her research reached out to millions of audience. She researches effects of courage and vulnerability in shaping people's work and relationships. She leads the Brené Brown Education and Research Group and provides evidence-based insights into practical tools to help people train themselves
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Where is this quotation located?
| Quotation | The truth is that falling hurts. The dare is to keep being brave and feel your way back up |
| Book Details | Publication Year: 2017; ISBN: Unknown (based on her talk and workbook materials); Length: ~60 pages (lecture adaptation, Sounds True audio transcript). |
| Where is it? | Section: The Reckoning, Approximate Page 14 |