January 13, 2025 • 4 mins
Welcome back to Power Talk! Today, we’re talking about a quote by Brené Brown: "What we know matters, but who we are matters more." It’s all about how being true to yourself can make a bigger impact than any fact or figure. Stick around as we break this down and explore what it really means!
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(00:00):
This is Life is Positive.
(00:08):
Welcome back to another episode of Power Talk,
the podcast that brings you all the good vibes and meaningful moments.
We're diving into a quote that's going to make you stop and think.
Here it goes.
What we know matters, but who we are matters more.
Yeah, that's right.
It's a gem from the one and only Brene Brown.
(00:29):
Brene Brown is a research professor and author
who dives into the power of vulnerability, courage, and connection.
She's all about helping people embrace imperfections and live more authentic lives.
Now, I'm sure you've heard all about the importance of knowledge.
We spend so much of our lives learning new things,
filling our heads with facts, stats, and, well, stuff.
(00:52):
But what if the most powerful thing isn't what's rattling around in your brain?
What if it's the essence of who you are that really makes the difference?
Let's break it down a little.
Think about it.
Knowledge is great, right?
I mean, we love knowing things.
Who doesn't feel good when they can drop some random trivia
or impress someone with a cool fact?
(01:15):
You know, the stuff that makes you feel all,
I've got my life together,
like you can totally ace Jeopardy and win a Nobel Prize all in one day.
But here's the kicker.
Knowing stuff, while important,
doesn't necessarily make you connect with others.
Now, contrast that with who you are,
the person who shows up in the world,
(01:36):
your kindness, your ability to listen,
your empathy, your quirks, your flaws.
It's all part of you.
And it's that real, unpolished, raw version of yourself
that matters most to others.
This is where true connections happen.
Think about the people who really matter in your life.
(01:57):
Are they the ones with the most knowledge?
Or the ones who make you feel heard, seen, and valued?
Yep, it's the latter.
We've all met those people who don't have a PhD in something,
but they've got this thing, this presence, this warmth.
It's like a magnetic force that draws people in.
(02:17):
It's not about how much they know.
It's about who they are, how they show up,
and how they make you feel.
Ever notice that?
It's those small moments, like the smile from a friend
or the way someone listens without interrupting,
that stick with you much longer than any fact ever could.
And here's the wild part.
(02:39):
When we focus on who we are,
it gives us permission to let go of the need to know it all.
We can show up as ourselves,
not as walking Wikipedia pages,
and still make a huge impact on the world around us.
Doesn't that sound freeing?
Like, all of a sudden, you're allowed to just be you,
(02:59):
flaws and all.
No pressure to be perfect or have every answer ready.
So, what do we do with this?
Well, first things first.
Let's make a commitment today to stop thinking
that knowing everything is the key to success.
Instead, let's embrace who we are,
the messy, unique, unfiltered version of ourselves
(03:21):
that we bring into every interaction.
And trust me, that's the secret sauce
to building connections that actually stick.
All right, I hope that gave you some food for thought
and maybe even a little spark of inspiration
to show up as you, unapologetically.
Thank you so much for tuning in
to today's episode of Power Talk.
(03:42):
If you enjoyed this show,
don't forget to hit that subscribe button,
like the channel and share it with a friend
who might need a little reminder about what really matters.
Catch you next time for more fun, insightful and empowering quote.
(04:16):
We hope you've enjoyed the show.
If you did, make sure to like, rate and review
and leave us a comment.
We'd love to hear your thoughts.
We'll be back soon.
But in the meantime, hook up with us on the website
at LifeIsPositive.com.
Remember, happiness is not by chance, but by choice.
See you next time on Life Is Positive.
This is Life is Positive.
(00:08):
Welcome back to another episode of Power Talk,
the podcast that brings you all the good vibes and meaningful moments.
We're diving into a quote that's going to make you stop and think.
Here it goes.
What we know matters, but who we are matters more.
Yeah, that's right.
It's a gem from the one and only Brene Brown.
(00:29):
Brene Brown is a research professor and author
who dives into the power of vulnerability, courage, and connection.
She's all about helping people embrace imperfections and live more authentic lives.
Now, I'm sure you've heard all about the importance of knowledge.
We spend so much of our lives learning new things,
filling our heads with facts, stats, and, well, stuff.
(00:52):
But what if the most powerful thing isn't what's rattling around in your brain?
What if it's the essence of who you are that really makes the difference?
Let's break it down a little.
Think about it.
Knowledge is great, right?
I mean, we love knowing things.
Who doesn't feel good when they can drop some random trivia
or impress someone with a cool fact?
(01:15):
You know, the stuff that makes you feel all,
I've got my life together,
like you can totally ace Jeopardy and win a Nobel Prize all in one day.
But here's the kicker.
Knowing stuff, while important,
doesn't necessarily make you connect with others.
Now, contrast that with who you are,
the person who shows up in the world,
(01:36):
your kindness, your ability to listen,
your empathy, your quirks, your flaws.
It's all part of you.
And it's that real, unpolished, raw version of yourself
that matters most to others.
This is where true connections happen.
Think about the people who really matter in your life.
(01:57):
Are they the ones with the most knowledge?
Or the ones who make you feel heard, seen, and valued?
Yep, it's the latter.
We've all met those people who don't have a PhD in something,
but they've got this thing, this presence, this warmth.
It's like a magnetic force that draws people in.
(02:17):
It's not about how much they know.
It's about who they are, how they show up,
and how they make you feel.
Ever notice that?
It's those small moments, like the smile from a friend
or the way someone listens without interrupting,
that stick with you much longer than any fact ever could.
And here's the wild part.
(02:39):
When we focus on who we are,
it gives us permission to let go of the need to know it all.
We can show up as ourselves,
not as walking Wikipedia pages,
and still make a huge impact on the world around us.
Doesn't that sound freeing?
Like, all of a sudden, you're allowed to just be you,
(02:59):
flaws and all.
No pressure to be perfect or have every answer ready.
So, what do we do with this?
Well, first things first.
Let's make a commitment today to stop thinking
that knowing everything is the key to success.
Instead, let's embrace who we are,
the messy, unique, unfiltered version of ourselves
(03:21):
that we bring into every interaction.
And trust me, that's the secret sauce
to building connections that actually stick.
All right, I hope that gave you some food for thought
and maybe even a little spark of inspiration
to show up as you, unapologetically.
Thank you so much for tuning in
to today's episode of Power Talk.
(03:42):
If you enjoyed this show,
don't forget to hit that subscribe button,
like the channel and share it with a friend
who might need a little reminder about what really matters.
Catch you next time for more fun, insightful and empowering quote.
(04:16):
We hope you've enjoyed the show.
If you did, make sure to like, rate and review
and leave us a comment.
We'd love to hear your thoughts.
We'll be back soon.
But in the meantime, hook up with us on the website
at LifeIsPositive.com.
Remember, happiness is not by chance, but by choice.
See you next time on Life Is Positive.
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