Living Wholeheartedly: A Prescription for Vibrant Living
Jan 31, 2025 10:00AM ● By Deb Beroset
What does it mean to live wholeheartedly? It’s a phrase we often hear, but when you dive deeper, it’s about so much more than pursuing happiness or success. Wholehearted living is a commitment to authenticity, courage and vulnerability—qualities that, when cultivated, create a rich and fulfilling life. It’s about showing up fully, embracing imperfection, and letting your true self take the lead.
Researcher Brené Brown, who has extensively studied vulnerability and courage, describes wholehearted living as engaging in life from a place of worthiness. It’s about cultivating resilience, meaningful connections, and a strong sense of self.
Interestingly, science shows that living authentically and vulnerably doesn’t just benefit our emotional health; it has tangible physical benefits as well. Studies link authenticity and emotional openness with lower stress levels, improved cardiovascular health, and even stronger immune systems. When we live from the heart, our entire being thrives.
Wholehearted living requires intentionality and practice. Here are three foundational elements to guide you—courage, vulnerability and authenticity:
Courage isn’t about being fearless; it’s about showing up despite fear. It means speaking your truth, taking risks, and stepping into the unknown. Courage invites us to act in alignment with our deepest values, even when it feels uncomfortable or risky.
Vulnerability is often misunderstood as weakness, but it’s actually a source of great strength. It’s the willingness to be seen, to admit when you’re struggling, and to ask for help. Vulnerability fosters deep connections and builds trust, both with others and with yourself.
Practical Steps to Live Wholeheartedly
Start with Self-Compassion. Living wholeheartedly begins with how you treat yourself. Speak to yourself with kindness and understanding, especially when you make mistakes. Practicing self-compassion creates a foundation of inner safety, allowing you to take risks and grow.
Embrace the Power of “No.” Saying no to what drains you creates space for what lights you up. Wholehearted living isn’t about doing everything; it’s about doing what matters most.
Cultivate Gratitude. Being grateful shifts your perspective and helps you focus on what’s going well. Consider keeping a daily gratitude journal or taking moments throughout the day to appreciate the beauty around you.
Take One Small Step. Living wholeheartedly doesn’t happen overnight. Start with one small, courageous action. Each step, no matter how small, reinforces your commitment to living a life of purpose and authenticity.
When you live wholeheartedly, life becomes less about striving and more about being. You savor simple pleasures, embrace challenges with curiosity, and feel a deeper connection to the world around you. Wholehearted living isn’t a destination; it’s a practice. Each day you choose to live from the heart, you move closer to the vibrant life you deserve.
Deb Beroset is the founder of It’s Time For Moxie, a coaching and retreat community for women who dare to live their dreams. She also leads The Flight Project, an empowering program designed to help women live true to who they are and what matters most. Through her work, Deb inspires women to connect with their inner wisdom, embrace their authenticity, and design lives that are both bold and beautiful. To learn more visit ItsTimeForMoxie.com/the-flight-project. See ad, page 19.
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