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  • Daring Greatly

  • How the Courage to Be Vulnerable Transforms the Way We Live, Love, Parent, and Lead
  • Written by: Brené Brown
  • Narrated by: Brené Brown
  • Length: 6 hrs and 30 mins
  • 4.8 out of 5 stars (2,255 ratings)

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Daring Greatly

Written by: Brené Brown
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The number one New York Times best seller. One million copies sold!

From thought leader Dr. Brené Brown, a transformative new vision for the way we lead, love, work, parent, and educate that teaches us the power of vulnerability.

“It is not the critic who counts; not the man who points out how the strong man stumbles, or where the doer of deeds could have done them better. The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena, whose face is marred by dust and sweat and blood; who strives valiantly; ...who at the best knows in the end the triumph of high achievement, and who at worst, if he fails, at least fails while daring greatly.(Theodore Roosevelt)

Every day we experience the uncertainty, risks, and emotional exposure that define what it means to be vulnerable or to dare greatly. Based on 12 years of pioneering research, Dr. Brené Brown dispels the cultural myth that vulnerability is weakness and argues that it is, in truth, our most accurate measure of courage.

Brown explains how vulnerability is both the core of difficult emotions like fear, grief, and disappointment, and the birthplace of love, belonging, joy, empathy, innovation, and creativity. She writes: “When we shut ourselves off from vulnerability, we distance ourselves from the experiences that bring purpose and meaning to our lives.”

Daring Greatly is not about winning or losing. It’s about courage. In a world where “never enough” dominates and feeling afraid has become second nature, vulnerability is subversive. Uncomfortable. It’s even a little dangerous at times. And, without question, putting ourselves out there means there’s a far greater risk of getting criticized or feeling hurt. But when we step back and examine our lives, we will find that nothing is as uncomfortable, dangerous, and hurtful as standing on the outside of our lives looking in and wondering what it would be like if we had the courage to step into the arena - whether it’s a new relationship, an important meeting, the creative process, or a difficult family conversation. Daring Greatly is a practice and a powerful new vision for letting ourselves be seen.

Includes a Bonus PDF with an appendix.

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©2012 Brené Brown (P)2018 Penguin Audio
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What the critics say

“The brilliantly insightful Brené Brown draws upon extensive research and personal experience to explore the paradoxes of courage: we become strong by embracing vulnerability, we dare more greatly when we acknowledge our fear. I can’t stop thinking about this book.” (Gretchen Rubin, author of The Happiness Project)

"A wonderful book: urgent, essential and fun to read. I couldn't put it down, and it continues to resonate with me." (Seth Godin, author of Linchpin)

"In an age of constant pressure to conform and pretend, Daring Greatly offers a compelling alternative: transform your life by being who you really are. Embrace the courage to be vulnerable. Dare to read this book!" (Chris Guillebeau, author of The $100 Startup)

Editorial Review

Dare to open yourself up and tear down your walls. Vulnerability is the key to inner power. Transformative motivator Brené Brown explores what it means to be courageous in the face of perceived weaknesses in her acclaimed bestseller, Daring Greatly.

We have all been conditioned to build up our defences, protect against pain, and make ourselves stronger, tougher, harder. But what if this toughness was actually hindering us? In Daring Greatly, Brené Brown subverts conventional ideas of strength by teaching listeners to break down their walls and embrace their emotions and imperfections. Vulnerability does not make us weak. As Brown stresses, it is the key to unlocking our inner power and a true measure of courage.

We do not have to wait to be perfect, for the timing to be right, or to even be fully prepared for life. Life happens regardless, and this constant need to make ourselves stronger in order to deal with it has created a barrier between us and discovering our true selves. Drawing on her extensive research into human connection, Brown emphasises vulnerability as a way to understand our emotions, turn inward, and use our very fears to empower us.

Brené Brown narrates Daring Greatly in her signature style, with the blend of wisdom, heart, and humour that has made her such a popular speaker and podcaster. A university professor, Brown quickly became a phenomenon with her Ted Talk on the power of vulnerability, helping people worldwide connect with their own ability to be vulnerable and unleash their true selves. She now has several best-selling books, as well as a dedicated following. A personal success classic, Daring Greatly is a powerful audiobook that will inspire you to join Brené Brown’s movement and find the inner courage to embrace your imperfections and bring a deeper sense of purpose to your life.

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"Right On"

Thanks for taking the time and sacrifice to share your stories and for being vulnerable. There is much work for me to do. Right on!

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Sheds light on a dark subject. I recommend!

The fact that Brené Brown reads her book makes it even better. I enjoyed every minute and will listen to again and again!

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Brene Brown has a truly inspiring message.

Love the message and am inspired to live the message. Thanks for being vulnerable Brene!

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A very powerful book

. So many great points about vulnerability especially when it seems the whole book was about me. Recommend for everyone as a must read.

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Must read

Truly life-changing and thought -provoking.

I wish I had read this sooner!
To all that are slightly numb out there, buy this, please!

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Excellent!

Brene Brown is nothing short of a genius. I have read and loved many of her books and appreciate her perspective. The insights she shares from her research is equally applicable to my professional Arena as it is for raising my son!

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Wow!

Anyone looking for a challenge to better the world and themselves. We would be better if everyone dared greatly!

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AWESOME BOOK!!

I'll have to revisit this one for sure! Absolutely loved it. Thank you for this.

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Brene Brown you are a gift to this world!!

Brene's research and wisdom is incredible!! great book for anyone that struggles with themselves and the shame they feel. very eye opening

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Highly recommended

I first thought that I probably wouldn’t need Brené’s words about courage, but the book showed that it is what I definitely needed and still needs. Everything in our lives are connected to vulnerability and courage, so everyone should read or listen to this book. Besides that, the narrative from Brené herself is amazing in this audiobook. It most seems like a great podcast. Bravo! 👏🏻

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