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Rising Strong

Embracing vulnerability to create a courageous life

Brené Brown author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Ebury Publishing

Published:27th Aug '15

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This insightful book encourages readers to embrace vulnerability and resilience, illustrating how to rise strong after facing life's challenges.

In Rising Strong, Brené Brown explores the transformative power of vulnerability and the importance of resilience in the face of life's challenges. She emphasizes that falling down is a natural part of the human experience, and it's our ability to rise again that defines us. Through personal stories and research, Brown illustrates how struggles can serve as a catalyst for courage, encouraging readers to embrace their vulnerabilities as a means to achieve deeper meaning and connection in their lives.

The book delves into the process of owning our narratives, particularly those marked by disappointment and heartbreak. Brown argues that by confronting our struggles head-on and sharing our stories, we can rewrite our endings and emerge stronger. This journey of rising strong not only fosters personal growth but also cultivates empathy and understanding within our communities. The insights provided in Rising Strong are both practical and profound, offering readers a roadmap to navigate their own vulnerabilities.

Ultimately, Rising Strong is a call to action for anyone seeking to live authentically and courageously. Brown's approachable style and relatable anecdotes make the concepts accessible, encouraging readers to embrace their fears and failures as stepping stones toward a more fulfilling life. This book serves as a reminder that resilience is not just about bouncing back, but about growing and thriving in the aftermath of adversity.

A mind-blowing, life-changing read … gets to the heart of life * Red magazine *
An inventive approach to self-help and healing from an author who has helped countless readers change their lives. * Kirkus *
Thanks to Brené Brown I learned how to be vulnerable… a life changer * Miranda Hart *
Brené Brown is the master of hope, of believing things could be all right as well as finding ways to try and make them better. * Metro *

ISBN: 9780091955038

Dimensions: 216mm x 135mm x 24mm

Weight: 331g

336 pages