Brené Brown

Quotes are word for word from the source.

• Acknowledging fear

  “the biggest mistake people make is not acknowledging fear and uncertainty.”

  Our noteShe discussed common mistakes people make in an interview.

• Perfectionism vs Leadership

  “Perfectionism is not motivated internally. Perfectionism is about what people will think. And you do not see effective leaders in corporations sitting on an email for three hours to make sure it's worded just perfectly.”

  Our noteShe explained the difference between healthy striving and perfectionism.

• Vulnerability as courage

  “Vulnerability is not weakness; it's our greatest measure of courage.”

  Our noteShe defined the true nature of vulnerability in her book.

• The cost of avoidance

  “Avoidance will make you feel less vulnerable in the short run, but it will never make you less afraid.”

  Our noteShe wrote about the long-term effects of avoiding difficult emotions.

• Learning and truth

  “When science changes its opinion, it didn't lie to you. It learned more.”

  Our noteShe discussed the nature of scientific progress and learning.

• Curiosity over comfort

  “In these challenging moments of dissonance, we need to stay curious and resist choosing comfort over courage.”

  Our noteShe addressed how to handle information that challenges our beliefs.

• Talking about shame

  “Shame hates to have words wrapped around it. If we talk about it, it loses its grip on us.”

  Our noteShe spoke about overcoming shame through communication.