ReThinking Brené Brown on What Vulnerability Isn't
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Feb 23, 2021 
In this engaging conversation, Brené Brown, a research professor and bestselling author, dives deep into vulnerability, particularly in the workplace. She challenges the misconception that vulnerability equals weakness, emphasizing its role in fostering genuine connections. Brené shares insights on setting boundaries and navigating difficult conversations, highlighting the importance of authenticity in leadership. With her signature style, she also explores the power of language in addressing emotions and how to create psychological safety for meaningful interactions.
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Armor at Work
- People wear armor at work due to low trust and a desire to conform.
- Common armor includes cynicism, perfectionism, and needing to be right.
Performance as Armor
- Adam Grant shares how childhood rejection led him to use achievement as armor.
- He later realized this hindered his learning and growth.
Shame and Vulnerability
- Shame is the biggest barrier to vulnerability, especially for men adhering to masculine norms.
- For women, the pressure to be perfect hinders vulnerability.
