Relationships · Vulnerability
Daring Greatly
by Brené Brown
What this book is about
Daring Greatly explores the relationship between vulnerability, shame, courage, belonging, and meaningful participation in life. Brené Brown draws on her qualitative research to describe how fear of judgment can lead people to hide, overperform, control, or disengage. The book invites readers to practice showing up with greater honesty while recognizing that vulnerability requires discernment and appropriate boundaries. It is useful for reflection across relationships, parenting, leadership, and creative work, but it is not a substitute for trauma treatment when disclosure or closeness feels unsafe.
About the author
Brené Brown is a social-work researcher, professor, speaker, and author. Her work examines courage, shame, empathy, belonging, and vulnerability. She is known for translating qualitative research into stories and frameworks intended for a broad audience. Daring Greatly applies those themes to relationships, parenting, leadership, creativity, and the risks involved in participating fully.
Kristin says
Daring Greatly and Rising Strong are life-changing books. They tackle vulnerability in relationships and what we do when we are rejected—or fear rejection enough to stop trying.
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