Authentic Vulnerability vs. Fake Vulnerability

The consequences can come in many sizes

Fake vulnerability you can sometimes feel it…and destroy the truthfulness.

It happens.

Fake vulnerability refers to a deceptive communication tactic where an individual feigns openness, emotional honesty, or personal weakness to manipulate others or gain sympathy.

This behavior is often seen in interpersonal relationships, social media, and sometimes in professional settings.

You better pay attention to it.

Key aspects of fake vulnerability include:

Insincerity

People aren’t genuinely sharing their true feelings or experiences.

Manipulation:

The goal is often to elicit a specific response, such as sympathy, trust, or support.

Selective disclosure

Only carefully chosen “vulnerabilities” are shared, usually those that paint the person in a positive light.

Lack of follow-through

There’s typically no real intent to address the supposed vulnerabilities or grow from them.

Attention-seeking