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The power of vulnerability
Brené Brown · TEDxHouston · June 2010
The power of vulnerability
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Brené Brown |
TEDxHouston
• June 2010
Brené Brown studies human connection -- our ability to empathize, belong, love. In a poignant, funny talk, she shares a deep insight from her research, one that sent her on a personal quest to know herself as well as to understand humanity. A talk to share.
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Dr. Brené Brown studies courage, vulnerability, shame and empathy.
Why vulnerability is absolutely essential
Brené Brown shares fresh thinking on why caring what others think actually matters, and why critics make us stronger.
Core theme
Vulnerability is presented as a route to human connection, empathy, belonging, and love.
About the speaker
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Speaker focus
Brené Brown is described here as a vulnerability researcher and storyteller who studies courage, vulnerability, shame, and empathy.
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