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  • The Experience of Shame and the Power of Being Enough
  • Written by: Brené Brown
  • Narrated by: Brené Brown
  • Length: 2 hrs and 14 mins
  • 4.9 out of 5 stars (416 ratings)

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Men, Women and Worthiness

Written by: Brené Brown
Narrated by: Brené Brown
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We Are Enough: Engaging with the World from a Place of Worthiness

What does it take to be secure in our sense of belonging and self-worth? We may hustle to attain this security through achievements, meeting expectations, or repeating affirmations to ourselves - but Dr. Brené Brown's research has shown there is ultimately one obstacle to our sense of worthiness. “Shame is the barrier,” she teaches, “and building shame resilience is how we overcome it.” With Men, Women, and Worthiness, Dr. Brown draws upon more than 12 years of investigation to reveal how we can disarm the influence of shame to cultivate a life of greater courage, joy, and love. In this rich and heartfelt examination of this pivotal element of happiness, she invites you to explore:

  • The differences and similarities between the experience of shame for men and women.
  • Guilt vs. shame - why one is a useful force for growth, while the other keeps us small.
  • The four elements of shame resilience - identifying our triggers, practicing critical awareness, sharing our story, and speaking honestly about shame.
  • Empathy as the primary antidote to shame.

“Whether you are a man, woman, or child, every one of us has the irreducible need for love and belonging,” Dr. Brown teaches. “A sense of self-worth, unhindered by the inner voices of shame, allows us to meet that need.” With the warmth, candor, and humor that has made her a celebrated speaker, Brené Brown offers a road map for navigating the emotions that hold us back-so we can cultivate a life of authenticity and connection.

©2012 Brené Brown (P)2012 Brené Brown

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love her work, helps to move beyond my old story. Wash my face, stand tall.

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LIFE CHANGING. AMAZING. EVERY HUMAN MUST READ THIS!!!!

I discovered Brené on tv the other night while randomly landing in an Oprah Winfrey interview. I immediately bought this book and it exceeded every expectation. Can’t wait to read more of her books but I have a feeling this audiobook very concisely sums up a lot of her work!! I want to buy a paper version and my mission today is to find out if there actually is one.

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This was so helpful for my personal growth

I share it with everyone. Brene is funny and uses relevant experiences from her life to educate. Her stories are vulnerability embodied.

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Wow! life-changing insight & easy to digest lingo!

Wow! life-changing insight and easy-to-digest lingo! Thank you for your research and motivation to help others get this information.

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powerful

started this book and sat in one session and finished it! listening to Brene read makes everything melt away, I felt so many emotions and broke out in sweats, but I didn't press stop or pause once.

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We ARE enough. Period.

"The less we talk about our shame, the more we have it. The more we talk about our shame, the less we have it" - Brene Brown.

At a loss off words for how clearly and illuminating Brene Brown captures the essence of who we are as people, the difference between shame and guilt and that we, as we are, with all our flaws and imperfections, are enough.
BE WHO YOU ARE

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Loved it!

Listened to it 3 times back to back. Loved it. Gave me needed language. Would highly recommend it.

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A must hear message.

In this age where shame is running rampant and weaponized by many people in authority - teachers, politicians, religious leaders, employers parents,et al, Brene’s message breathes life and wholeness into those who desperately need to hear “you are worthy...you matter...you are enough.”
Brené is a masterful narrator and storyteller. You will not be disappointed in her message!

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Excellent listen

I absolutely love listening to Brené narrate her books she’s funny and has a smooth voice

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Wonderful!

Wish this had been double in length. There is so much to digest, I feel I need to listen to it multiple times to really let the message sink in and start applying her advice.

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