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Brené on Comparative Suffering, the 50/50 Myth, and Settling the Ball

Unlocking Us with Brené Brown

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Strategies for Dealing with Fear and Scarcity

Two strategies can be used to handle fear and scarcity. Strategy one involves settling the ball, naming the gap, and having a gap plan. Strategy two focuses on comparative suffering, where fear and scarcity drive thoughts and feelings, leading to a sense of 'not enough' or lack. Scarcity is depicted in behaviors like panic-buying at grocery stores during times of crisis.

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