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Brené Brown, born on November 18, 1965, is an American professor, author, and podcast host. She is best known for her research on vulnerability, courage, shame, and empathy. Brown gained widespread recognition with her 2010 TEDx talk, "The Power of Vulnerability," which has amassed millions of views. more Brené Brown, born on November 18, 1965, is an American professor, author, and podcast host. She is best known for her research on vulnerability, courage, shame, and empathy. Brown gained widespread recognition with her 2010 TEDx talk, "The Power of Vulnerability," which has amassed millions of views. She has authored several bestselling books, including "Daring Greatly" (2012) and "Braving the Wilderness" (2017). In 2019, Brown launched "Unlocking Us," a podcast that explores meaningful conversations. She holds the Brené Brown Endowed Chair at the University of Houston. Notably, Brown's work led to her Netflix special, "The Call to Courage," in 2019. less

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"If we can share our story with someone who responds with empathy and understanding, shame can't survive"
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"It’s not about ‘what can I accomplish?’ but ‘what do I want to accomplish?’ Paradigm shift."
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"The brokenhearted are the bravest among us—they dared to love."
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"There is no joy without gratitude."
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"Vulnerability is not winning or losing; it's having the courage to show up and be seen when we have no control over the outcome."
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"Owning our story and loving ourselves through that process is the bravest thing we'll ever do."
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"Cruelty is cheap, easy, and rampant. It’s also chicken shit. Especially when you attack and criticize anonymously. Most of the cruelty in the world comes from people who are miserable with themselves."
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"I carry a small sheet of paper in my wallet that has written on it “If you are not in the arena also getting your ass kicked, I’m not interested in your feedback.”"
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"I define connection as the energy that exists between people when they feel seen, heard, and valued; when they can give and receive without judgment; and when they derive sustenance and strength from the relationship."
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"There is no innovation and creativity without failure. Period."
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"The universe is not short on wake-up calls. We’re just quick to hit the snooze button."
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"A deep sense of love and belonging is an irreducible need of all people. We are biologically, cognitively, physically, and spiritually wired to love, to be loved, and to belong."
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"Clear is kind. Unclear is unkind."
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"Integrity is choosing courage over comfort; choosing what is right over what is fun, fast, or easy; and choosing to practice our values rather than simply professing them."
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"Setting boundaries means caring for yourself and loving yourself enough to say no without feeling guilty."
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