Independent - Vunerable

Do you like to be independent, self sufficient an individual, free spirited or similar ? Most of the time I do and value it within myself. This trait, while at times a quiet wonderful and free feeling, can also become a downfall to oneself. I enjoy independence and a free spirited nature , however have of recent times started to think it could be in the way of truly sharing a piece of myself. The thought process for me valuing independence is that I can take full responsibility for who I am and how I guide my life, which I always want to be able to do. However I have realised lately it is harbouring my growth as I am fearing vulnerability. To be vulnerable means for myself that I need to let my guard down, which then allows a whole other fear to encroach as vulnerability exposes one to the possibility of attack or harm physically or emotionally. For the purpose of this post, its the emotional harm that may come from been vulnerable that has given way to fea...