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Pressing On with Purpose

When I read the heartbreaking news of Chadwick Boseman’s death on Friday night, I immediately re-watched his commencement address at Howard University. This line grabbed me by the shoulders the first time I heard it, and it grabbed me again this weekend:

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March 21, 2020 | 7 min read

Collective Vulnerability, the FFTs of Online Learning, and the Sacredness of Bored Kids

These are anxious times. I hope you are well, taking care of yourselves, and finding a way to connect with people you love. If you are a healthcare worker, social worker, counselor, first responder, store employee, food delivery person, or anyone out there on the frontlines: Thank you.

April 26, 2019 | 3 min read

Which Book Do I Read First?

My team and I receive emails every week from people asking “If I’m new to your work, where do I start? Which book do I read first?” Here’s how I think of the major progression of my work...

May 31, 2019 | 7 min read

What Being Sober Has Meant to Me

I celebrated 23 years sober this month – May 12 to be exact. About a year ago, I was talking to a dear friend who was newly sober, and our conversation shifted something in me. For the first time in my life, I realized that my sobriety isn’t a burden or limitation. Sobriety isn’t even a “have to” – it’s a superpower.

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My New Book Braving The Wilderness

July 18, 2017 | 3 min read

My New Book: Braving The Wilderness

Every time I write a book, I’m challenged to live the message. I had to face my own perfectionism when I wrote The Gifts. I had to come face-to-face with criticism and courage when I wrote Daring Greatly, and I had to challenge all of the stories I make up to protect myself when I wrote Rising Strong. Writing this book on true belonging felt like months of living in the wilderness to me.

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July 27, 2015 | 5 min read

The Most Dangerous Stories We Make Up

As we enter the Rising Strong launch countdown, I thought I'd share one of my favorite passages from the new book with you. Even though this is something I know in my head, it remains something I have to practice in my heart.

When we deny our stories, they define us. When we own our stories, we get to write a brave new ending. Brené Brown

June 18, 2015 | 4 min read

Own our history. Change the story.

When we deny our stories, they define us. When we own our stories, we get to write a brave new ending. I know this is true. I may have learned it as a researcher but I live this truth as a daughter, a partner, a leader, a sister, a mother, and a friend. When we push down hurt or pretend that struggle doesn’t exist, the hurt and struggle own us.

May 4, 2015 | 2 min read

Emily McDowell’s Empathy Cards

If you follow me on Instagram, you know that I'm a big fan of Emily McDowell and her art. Her prints and cards make me laugh, wince, and know that I'm not alone. These are a couple of my longtime favorites...

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April 27, 2015 | 3 min read

Happiness for Beginners: A novel by Katherine Center

My good friend Katherine Center has a new book out - Happiness for Beginners. I've fallen in love with her books over the years - the characters are imperfect, vulnerable, and always funny. She can write a falling-down-and-getting-back-up story like nobody's business.

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April 9, 2015 | 3 min read

I love big book news and I cannot lie!

Dear Wholehearted Community, I have exciting book news! I just finished my new book, Rising Strong. I feel so passionate about this book for a simple reason: I need it. This research taught me how to stay brave in struggle - and not just getting my ass kicked in the arena, but how to own my disappointments, failures, and even those heartbreaks that can take your breath away. It's by far my most personal book.

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