You know, that line “We are not meant to stay on the ground; we are wired for rising” really gets to the heart of human resilience. It’s not about avoiding failure, but about our inherent ability to get back up, learn, and grow stronger from every single stumble we take.
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Meaning
At its core, this quote suggests that struggle and getting back up aren’t just things we *do*—they’re fundamental to who we *are*. Our biology, our spirit, our very makeup is designed for recovery and growth.
Explanation
Look, I’ve worked with this idea for years, and here’s the thing. Most people think “rising strong” is a skill you learn. Brown flips that. She argues it’s a default setting we’ve forgotten. That ache you feel after a setback? That’s not a sign you’re broken. It’s your system’s wiring saying, “Okay, what’s the data? Let’s process this and rise.” It’s about moving from a place of “Why did this happen to me?” to “This happened. Now what does it make me capable of?” It’s a profound shift from victimhood to active authorship of your life.
Quote Summary
| Context | Attributes |
|---|---|
| Original Language | English (3668) |
| Category | Success (341) |
| Topics | growth (413), perseverance (25) |
| Literary Style | minimalist (442) |
| Emotion / Mood | inspiring (392) |
| Overall Quote Score | 71 (53) |
Origin & Factcheck
This is straight from Brené Brown’s 2017 book, Rising Strong as a Spiritual Practice. You’ll sometimes see it misattributed to general “self-help” or even to other authors talking about resilience, but the specific phrasing and its deep tie to the “rumble” process is uniquely Brown’s work from that text.
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 (3668) |
| 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 | We are not meant to stay on the ground; we are wired for rising |
| 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: Rising Strong, Approximate Page 20 |