How can we acknowledge our fragility?

Acknowledging our fragility is an essential aspect of human empathy and compassion. According to Xavier Le Pichon, understanding that fragility is at the core of humanity allows us to accept our own weaknesses and vulnerabilities without shame. In communities where members live with deep suffering, individuals can learn from each other’s fragility, which ultimately frees them from isolating feelings of inadequacy and fosters a sense of shared humanity 1.

Moreover, Susan David emphasizes that life's beauty is inseparable from its fragility. She argues that tough emotions are an integral part of our contract with life, suggesting that a meaningful life involves embracing all aspects of our existence, including those that are challenging or uncomfortable. This perspective challenges the societal norm that values only positive emotions and highlights the importance of developing skills to cope with difficult emotions 2.