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.