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The Gifts of Imperfection

Let Go of Who You Think You're Supposed to Be and Embrace Who You Are
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Feb 26, 2024kathylock rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
Bought this book because there are so many good ideas for healthy living and peacefulness.
Feb 26, 2024maipenrai rated this title 3 out of 5 stars
I like the idea that regardless of how much is accomplished in a day, I am enough. As the great philosopher Paul Newman said, " I will not should on myself today." I appreciated that the author is a failure at meditation / clearing the…
Nov 16, 2023sgcf rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Brené Brown writes passionately about whole-hearted living with compassion, courage and connection. She is an advocate of owning our own story, setting boundaries, and believing we are Worthy Now. She promotes authenticity, hope, gratitude…
Aug 07, 2023corinthianwrong rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
An introductory guidebook broken down into sections on living life wholeheartedly. It gives beautiful definitions, defined by years of research, of common words that we live by. It offers practical and explanatory examples of common ways…
Apr 13, 2022swan1ake rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Thoroughly respect Brown's body of work & this is her best yet! Enjoy her easy reading style of writing, using her own life & background as experiences that define emotions & how we can understand and communicate about them, and the…
Dec 26, 2021Boych2018 rated this title 1 out of 5 stars
Book is a touchy-feely "10 Rules for Life" for women. It is slow getting off the ground, is written in a stream of consciousness style that must be interesting for some. Now, where can I find a copy of Men Are from Mars, Women Are from…
Dec 12, 2021writermala rated this title 2 out of 5 stars
This book was a great disappointment. Why? The title led me to believe it would say something like "Don't waste your time striving for perfection, instead, strive for excellence - doing your best." However, what the book spoke of was the…
Oct 11, 2021lorindajmeadows rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
This book came at the perfect time. I love Brene Brown's work, this one is short but sweet.
Jul 29, 2021IndyPL_MollieB_Archive rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
"The stories of our struggles are difficult for everyone to own, and if we've worked hard to make sure everything looks 'just right' on the outside, the stakes are high when it comes to truth-telling. This is why shame loves…
May 06, 2021vasquezeli rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
This is one of my favorite Brene books, and it is the gateway to many others that she has written based on it. I loved how this reading makes you think about yourself, about learning to recognize the importance of being yourself, accepting…
Apr 21, 2020VaughanPLKatherine rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
I feel like this book REALLY resonated with me. There were lots of "AHA" moments that made me actually lean into my feelings. Some themes Brene speaks about are uncertainty, self-doubt, perfectionism, and shame. What motivates these…
Mar 05, 2020des01 rated this title 2.5 out of 5 stars
Too much blah blah blah blah. A friend referred me to the book stating it helped her deal with her perfectionist traits. Not for me.
Feb 15, 2020MEILEEANDERSON rated this title 3.5 out of 5 stars
This was my first Brene' Brown book. I rather liked it. Having watched the author speak at a Ted Talk I found myself appreciating her willingness and skill at exploring tough topics like shame, guilt, and vulnerability. I liked the way the…
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Jan 24, 2019Gina_Vee rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Brene Brown's books are just so good at helping you to take a step back from the situation and get real with yourself.
Jan 13, 2017aewiggin rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Love this book. This book helped me to pull back, and get real with myself. It reminded me to focus on what matters and let go of what I can't control.
Sep 05, 2015bjustin rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
I've been challenging myself to grow over the past 8 years especially, with an enthusiasm for meditation and right living. This book offers a unique medicine we are not getting from other sources--namely, confronting the "boogie-man" of…
Aug 11, 2015obymak rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
Made me look within myself and embrace my imperfections. Be who I am!
May 02, 2015firstbestdan rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
I wanted to underline the whole book...
Mar 26, 2015
I am a full time psychotherapist with 34 years experience and 6 years of university training. I regularly assign this woman,s books/tapes to my patience......and I keep a copy of her tapes in both my vehicles.
Jul 21, 2014brandysteffen rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
I really loved this book and connected with it on so many levels. I recommend it.
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Feb 27, 2014Nan99 rated this title 2 out of 5 stars
Couldn't finish this book due to boredom. Nothing new here
Feb 10, 2014
I had a high expectation but am disappointed. As a professor doing teaching and research, I understand that the author discusses main point through talking about her own experience is to avoid the tendency of teaching the readers. However,…
May 20, 2013Toonie21 rated this title 2 out of 5 stars
This was recommend by a colleague. I found it difficult to get into as the author references frequently her own issues. Maybe if you are a perfectionist its a good read.
Apr 22, 2013Ashling59 rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
The "perfect" book for ALL of us who are anxious to be PERFECT... and who can not possibly be. Excellent book!!! Wonderful author!!!
Jul 22, 2012cllevett rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Great book about how to live a happy loving life. She has two TED talks you can watch first as a great introduction to her works. They are truly life changing.