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

— Brené Brown, Atlas of the Heart (2021)

About Brené Brown

Born 1965

American research professor and author known for her work on vulnerability, courage, and empathy. Her TED talk on vulnerability is one of the most-watched in history.

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