Episode #31: What’s Up With Vulnerability? (Thank You, Brené Brown!)

Summary: On this episode of the ACT to Live podcast, Jaime and Scott talk about the action of being vulnerable. The two talk about the role that vulnerability plays in their own lives and explore the misconception that vulnerability is a ‘bad’ thing. Scott and Jaime further delve into the research of Brené Brown and her definition of vulnerability. She defines vulnerability as the combination of being compassionate to oneself and others, having the courage to be imperfect, and being our authentic, unfiltered selves. Jaime and Scott then wrap up the episode by talking about the concept of ‘emotional connection’ and the role that vulnerability may play in those relationships.  ACTion Event of the Week: Take some time to think about the people in your life who are the closest to you - emotionally. Those people who you can be your truest, unfiltered self around. Who makes that list? What role does vulnerability play in those relationships? On our next episode of ACT to Live, we’ll explore the importance of taking a break and getting away - especially in the midst of a pandemic! So Come On, Let’s Take a Walk! References  Brown, B. The power of vulnerability. TEDeX Houston.  https://www.ted.com/talks/brene_brown_the_power_of_vulnerability/transcript?language=en Brown, B. (2012). The Power of Vulnerability: Teachings of Authenticity, Connection, and Courage. Audiobook. https://www.amazon.com/The-Power-of-Vulnerability-audiobook-dp-B00D1Z9RFU/dp/B00D1Z9RFU/ Sahota, M. (2012). The Power of Vulnerability. SHIFT314. Retrieved from: https://shift314.com/tag/brene-brown/.