"Sometimes the bravest thing you do all day is not shut down."- woquotesThe quiet bravery of staying open is not about grand gestures but about choosing not to shut down when life feels heavy. It shows up in small acts — kindness when tired, presence when overwhelmed, and vulnerability when it feels... "You may not control all the events that happen to you, but you can decide not to be reduced by them."- Maya AngelouMaya Angelou’s quote reminds us that while we can’t control everything that happens, we still have power over who we become. It’s not about ignoring pain, but choosing to stay whole through it. Emotional resilience means saying, “This hurt me,...