In The
Gifts of Imperfection, Brené Brown, a leading expert on shame, authenticity,
and belonging, shares ten guideposts on the power of Wholehearted living—a way
of engaging with the world from a place of worthiness.
Each day
we face a barrage of images and messages from society and the media telling us
who, what, and how we should be. We are led to believe that if we could only
look perfect and lead perfect lives, we'd no longer feel inadequate. So most of
us perform, please, and perfect, all the while thinking, "What if I can't
keep all of these balls in the air? Why isn't everyone else working harder and
living up to my expectations? What will people think if I fail or give up? When
can I stop proving myself?"
In her ten
guideposts, Brown engages our minds, hearts, and spirits as she explores how we
can cultivate the courage, compassion, and connection to wake up in the morning
and think, "No matter what gets done and how much is left undone, I am
enough," and to go to bed at night thinking, "Yes, I am sometimes
afraid, but I am also brave. And, yes, I am imperfect and vulnerable, but that
doesn't change the truth that I am worthy of love and belonging."
"This
important book is about the lifelong journey from 'What will people think?' to
'I am enough.' Brown's unique ability to blend original research with honest
storytelling makes reading The Gifts of Imperfection like having a long,
uplifting conversation with a very wise friend who offers compassion, wisdom,
and great advice."
—Harriet
Lerner, New York Times best-selling author of The Dance of Anger and The Dance
of Connection
"Brené
Brown courageously tackles the dark emotions that get in the way of leading a
fuller life; read this book and let some of that courage rub off on you."
—Daniel H.
Pink, New York Times best-selling author of A Whole New Mind
"Courage,
compassion, and connection: Through Brené's research, observations, and
guidance, these three little words can open the door to amazing change in your
life.'"
—Ali
Edwards, author of Life Artist
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