Researcher / Author

Brené Brown

Research professor at the University of Houston. Author of Daring Greatly and Atlas of the Heart. 20+ years researching courage, vulnerability, shame, and empathy.

Known For

Daring GreatlyAtlas of the HeartVulnerability researchBRAVING trust framework

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Courage Is a Learnable Skill

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Close Relationships Are the Strongest Predictor of Life Satisfaction

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Rupture and Repair in Relationships

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The True Self vs. False Self — Childhood Adaptations That Persist Into Adulthood

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Strategic Vulnerability Increases Trust and Liking

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Episodes

##880: Relationship Tools That Work — Esther Perel, Brené Brown, Dr. Sue Johnson, Terry Real, and More on Conflict, Repair, and Lasting LoveAug 19, 2026 #Most Replayed Moment: Brené Brown on Vulnerability, Self Esteem and The Four Skillsets Of CourageJun 5, 2026 #Brené BrownNov 15, 2025 #What If You Dared to Be You?Aug 14, 2023 #Raising Kids Without ShameMay 16, 2023 #Brene BrownMar 20, 2023