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“Ordinary courage is about putting our vulnerability on the line. In today’s world, that’s pretty extraordinary.”

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Book:The Gifts of Imperfection

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The Gifts of Imperfection

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Brené Brown is a renowned psychologist, author, and speaker. Her research focuses on human vulnerability, courage, shame, and belonging. Brown's books, 'Daring Greatly' and 'The Gifts of Imperfection,' have become widely popular, exploring the complexities of human emotions and psychology in an accessible way. more

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