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.

Brené Brown

Vulnerability researcher, storyteller

Dr. Brené Brown studies courage, vulnerability, shame and empathy.

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Why vulnerability is absolutely essential

Brené Brown shares fresh thinking on why caring what others think actually matters, and why critics make us stronger.

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