Alex Ebert Quotes

It's strong to be vulnerable. To be able to communicate with other women is one of the most powerful things.

There is so much power in vulnerability, and I am proud to be that typecast.

Even though I was painted, even though I had on seven layers of paint - to the point that I got a tan, it was as thick as a fabric - I think I felt the most naked because I couldn't cover myself at all. I didn't have to, so I had to be much more open and relaxed.

The freest people I know are those who have the least to hide, defend or protect. Naked is powerful.

I've given myself permission to say whatever's on my mind when I'm on stage.

I think that my music is really empowering. I just want people to know - especially young people, but really everyone - that you don't have to be so caught up in what everyone else is thinking. You don't have to be the coolest, most popular person. You can just be you and be vulnerable.

I don't want to have to hide from the world anymore.

I think women are amazing for being able to show what they feel. I admire women who do. I think it's a mistake when women cover their emotions to look tough. I say let's own who we are and use it as a strength.

I really live my life openly.

I have no boundaries. I have nothing to hide.

I've never pretended that I'm not female and vulnerable. To me, it's just being honest.

There is nothing about myself that I wouldn't reveal or write about. I don't care how horrendous or ridiculous I may appear in person or in print. There is great freedom in not caring what other people think.

There's nothing more powerful than coming out and being who you are.

I think it's good to be a little more fearless in saying what you feel. In not being scared of the repercussions of that.

There is a difference between vulnerability and telling people everything about yourself. Vulnerability is a feeling. Telling everyone about yourself is just facts and details.

I feel like my honesty gives people the freedom to talk about things they wouldn't otherwise.

Everyone can know what is in my heart because I find it hard to conceal myself.

I think that a man should not be shy; you should say what you really think and feel - put it out there.

If I have to be focused and watch what I say, then I have to be comfortable.

I can say I have become far more open about what I believe.

I think as long as you wear your imperfections on your sleeve, people respect it more.

I really am an open book. I don't keep anything in at all, which is good and bad.

I'm very free with all my emotions, whether it's happy, sad, mad, glad, whatever.

It didn't scare me to be vulnerable because I think that's when you get something great.

I almost envy people who say whatever they want.