Dare to Lead with Brené Brown Brené on Lock-In and Lock-Through Power
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Sep 23, 2025 Brené explores the concept of 'locking in' and 'locking through' as metaphors for navigating transitions between work and home life. She discusses the challenges of leaving the car to enter the home after a long day, often resulting in distractions instead of connections. Drawing from her visit to a London lock, she highlights the importance of intentional transitions to prevent relational capsizing. Key takeaways emphasize balancing mental toughness with emotional tenderness for effective leadership and meaningful relationships.
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Teddington Lock Field Trip
- Brené Brown visited Teddington Lock and learned lock mechanics from Gemma, the lock keeper.
- She used that experience as a metaphor for work-to-home transitions and their turbulence.
Locking In Is Multi-Dimensional
- Locking in is a multi-faceted state we enter for different reasons, not only mental toughness.
- Brown identifies four lock-in types: mental toughness, flow, deliberate practice, and deep focus.
Protect Your One Flashlight Of Attention
- Protect attention by treating it like one flashlight and avoid task-switching.
- Practice focused attention (mindfulness) to strengthen performance under stress.
