vulnerability

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The power of vulnerability in teaching, coaching, and mentoring

ByKim Hermanson

When we step into the roles of teacher, coach, mentor, or trainer, we step into vulnerability. Sharing our gifts with the world requires us to be present and authentic, risking judgment, rejection, or even failure. But here’s the profound truth: in our vulnerability lies our greatest power. Teaching, at its heart, is an act of…

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The power of vulnerability: A reflection on courage and connection

ByKim Hermanson

Several years ago, I attended a Christmas Eve church service where the pastor, a woman and clearly a beginner, played Silent Night on her harp. I’ll never forget that moment—her profound vulnerability, the tender courage it took to risk our judgment and ridicule. It was beautiful in a way that left a lasting imprint. The…

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