Vulnerability is the birthplace of innovation, creativity and change.

Source: "Listening to Shame." TED2012. Mar. 2012. Conference Presentation. Additional Information: This quote from researcher Brené Brown means that creative inspiration and transformation all arise from vulnerability -- letting down your defenses and allowing yourself to be seen as you are. The quote is from Brown's 2012 TED Talk, "Listening to Shame." Watch the full TED Talk here: Brené Brown - Listening to Shame