“Empathy fuels connection. Sympathy drives disconnection.”

— Brené Brown, The Power of Empathy, RSA Animate (2013)

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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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