Many gay men struggle with vulnerability in relationships, often without realizing how much past experiences, stigma, and minority stress influence their ability to open up. In this video, we explore what interpersonal vulnerability really is, why it can feel scary, and how it shows up in romantic and platonic connections.
Our fears come from childhood conditioning, societal expectations, and past rejection, but we can start practicing vulnerability in small, manageable ways. Being vulnerable doesn’t mean oversharing; it means letting trust grow, expressing your feelings honestly, and showing parts of yourself you usually keep guarded.
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Listen to the full podcast episode: https://www.ajadedgay.com/05-interpersonal-vulnerability-overcoming-the-fear-of-rejection/
Read more on the topic in my blog: https://www.ajadedgay.com/blog/the-power-of-vulnerability-in-building-authentic-gay-relationships/
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Sources:
Interpersonal Vulnerability and Its Association with Depressive Symptoms Among Gay and Heterosexual Men: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s13178-019-00383-3
The Role of Interpersonal Vulnerability in Cognitive Therapy for Depression: https://etd.ohiolink.edu/apexprod/rws_etd/send_file/send?accession=osu1481208314315693&disposition=inline
How Embracing Vulnerability Strengthens Our Relationships: https://www.psychalive.org/embracing-vulnerability-strengthens-connections/
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