{"id":2935,"date":"2019-04-08T18:15:43","date_gmt":"2019-04-08T16:15:43","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.hushyourmind.com\/\/\/?p=2935"},"modified":"2024-02-06T16:38:35","modified_gmt":"2024-02-06T15:38:35","slug":"book-review-the-gifts-of-imperfection-brene-brown","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hushyourmind.com\/book-review-the-gifts-of-imperfection-brene-brown\/","title":{"rendered":"Book Review: The Gifts of Imperfection by Bren\u00e9 Brown"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.hushyourmind.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Book-Review-The-Gifts-of-Imperfection-Brene-Brown.png?resize=683%2C1024&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Book Review: The Gifts of Imperfection by Bren\u00e9 Brown | Bren\u00e9 Brown studies shame, vulnerability and courage. Basically, she analyzes how people can live joyful and meaningful lives. We all worry about what others think and fear looking \u201cweak\u201d or being ridiculed. So, how can we stay true to ourselves? Discover what it takes to \u201clive wholeheartedly\u201d in this book review.\" class=\"wp-image-13343\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.hushyourmind.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Book-Review-The-Gifts-of-Imperfection-Brene-Brown.png?resize=683%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 683w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.hushyourmind.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Book-Review-The-Gifts-of-Imperfection-Brene-Brown.png?resize=200%2C300&amp;ssl=1 200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.hushyourmind.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/04\/Book-Review-The-Gifts-of-Imperfection-Brene-Brown.png?w=735&amp;ssl=1 735w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/player.rss.com\/hush-your-mind-podcast\/1259016?theme=light\" style=\"width: 100%\" title=\"Hush Your Mind: Building a Better Relationship With Yourself\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><a href=\"https:\/\/rss.com\/podcasts\/hush-your-mind-podcast\/1259016\/\">Book Review: The Gifts of Imperfection by Bren\u00e9 Brown &#8211; E44 | RSS.com<\/a><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<p><em><sup>This post contains affiliate links, meaning that I may earn a commission if you make a purchase through my links, at no extra cost to you. Please read my <\/sup><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hushyourmind.com\/disclaimer\/\"><em><sup>disclosure<\/sup><\/em><\/a><em><sup> for more info.<\/sup><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You might\u2019ve heard of Bren\u00e9 Brown from her viral <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ted.com\/talks\/brene_brown_on_vulnerability?language=en\" target=\"_blank\">TED talk.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>She\u2019s a researcher who studies shame, vulnerability and courage. Basically, she analyzes how people can live joyful and meaningful lives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I enjoyed Bren\u00e9 Brown\u2019s TED talk so much, I had to write a review and summary of her book<em>, <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/bookshop.org\/a\/86141\/9781616499600\" target=\"_blank\">The Gifts of Imperfection<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If I were to summarize the 160-page book in one line, I\u2019d say, \u201cBe yourself\u201d, the cheesy adage we know all too well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But how do you juggle others\u2019 expectations <em>and<\/em> who you are? We might be used to sacrificing one for the other.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We all worry about what others think and fear looking \u201cweak\u201d or being ridiculed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our world can be merciless. Vultures swoop down on us when we speak up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, how can we stay true to ourselves?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Easier said than done<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In the preface, Brown presents her research on how to cultivate a \u201cwholehearted life\u201d\u2014the first of many vague terms throughout the book\u2014which means knowing you\u2019re worthy and living from that truth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After collecting thousands of stories from men and women, Brown discovered that things like rest, play, faith, authenticity and gratitude promote wholehearted living.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And <a href=\"https:\/\/hushyourmind.com\/yin-yang-symbol-meaning\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/hushyourmind.com\/yin-yang-symbol-meaning\/\">perfecting<\/a>, numbing, fitting in, judgment and scarcity curb it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Brown hopes this book will guide people on the journey towards wholehearted living. Because when you remove your masks, you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>feel healthier, more joyful and more peaceful<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>worry less about what people think<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>accept your \u201cflaws\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>enjoy fulfilling <a href=\"https:\/\/hushyourmind.com\/how-to-stop-being-triggered-in-relationships\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/hushyourmind.com\/how-to-stop-being-triggered-in-relationships\/\">relationships<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>live life on your terms<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Most importantly, you feel deserving of love and respect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3 tools to feel worthy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Courage, <a href=\"https:\/\/hushyourmind.com\/how-to-find-compassion-for-our-enemies\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/hushyourmind.com\/how-to-find-compassion-for-our-enemies\">compassion<\/a> and connection are necessary to feel &#8220;good enough&#8221;. Like habits, they become more natural with daily practice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Brown shares many personal anecdotes, which help me better understand her ideas and keep the text lively. Though, I would\u2019ve also appreciated stories of people from different backgrounds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I can\u2019t relate to Brown\u2019s stories about academic research and parenthood, but I <em>can<\/em> relate to the main theme: own your struggles and show up as you are anyway. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"box-gray\">\n\n<p>\u201cHeroics is often about putting our life on the line. Ordinary courage is about putting our <em>vulnerability<\/em> on the line.\u201d \u2014Bren\u00e9 Brown <\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cOrdinary courage\u201d especially resonates with me. Maybe it\u2019s my penchant for Zen Buddhism, but I practice accepting each moment, which demands much more courage than one may think.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When I get lost in self-doubt, for example, I admit to myself, <em>I\u2019m beating myself up. I feel like crap.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Then I inform my partner Lo\u00efc.<em> <\/em>And if he\u2019s willing, I tell him what\u2019s going on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lo\u00efc listens and validates my emotions with me. We like to say we \u201chold the door open\u201d for each other: Difficult emotions like fear or anger can limit your perspective, so it helps to have a loved one show you some compassion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>No, you\u2019re not weird or stupid for feeling these emotions. I know it\u2019s hard. I\u2019ve been there too.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s reassuring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Given the right people, we can afford to take a leap of faith.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead of blaming, we can expose our \u201cflaws\u201d and glide on love and understanding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The importance of self-love<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To experience love and belonging, we must believe we deserve them as much as anybody. This makes sense\u2014and reminds me of my single friends who yearn for a partner but don\u2019t feel worthy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That said, I feel humbled to have developed a loving relationship with my partner. For years, I\u2019d shoo his affectionate gestures, believing he\u2019d abandon me sooner or later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We have many prerequisites to feel worthy. For example, <em>I\u2019ll be worthy&#8230;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><em>when I lose 20 pounds<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>if everyone thinks I\u2019m a good parent<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>if he calls back and asks me out<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>when my parents finally approve<\/em><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>when I can do it all<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>But here\u2019s the truth: You\u2019re <a href=\"https:\/\/hushyourmind.com\/what-is-self-worth\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/hushyourmind.com\/what-is-self-worth\/\">worthy<\/a>. Period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And when we let go of prerequisites, we let in love and belonging.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"box-gray\">\n\n<p>\u201cFitting in is about assessing a situation and becoming who you need to be to be accepted. <br><\/p>\n\n<p>Belonging, on the other hand, doesn\u2019t require us to <em>change<\/em> who we are; it requires us to <em>be<\/em> who we are.\u201d \u2014Bren\u00e9 Brown <br><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>I think the trickiest part is releasing these <em>ifs<\/em> and <em>whens<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019ve all learned via our parents, teachers and society what\u2019s acceptable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>No one wants to feel judged or rejected. So, we bite the bullet and conform.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If abided by, the prerequisites to worthiness keep us safe and loved, at least on the surface. Letting them go, then, is like jumping off a cliff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I overcame many fears by embracing my fear of being worthless\u2014or \u201cshame\u201d as Brown calls it\u2014and healing from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hushyourmind.com\/why-we-hold-on-to-the-past-how-to-let-go\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.hushyourmind.com\/why-we-hold-on-to-the-past-how-to-let-go\">past hurts<\/a>. Obviously, this process takes time. But after the fog clears, you gain enough confidence to be yourself more often.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Everyone has shame. That\u2019s why we need to own and share our experiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s uplift each other through our common struggle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to overcome shame<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Brown stresses the need to build \u201cshame resilience\u201d, or the ability to identify and accept shame. As a result, we experience more courage, compassion and connection in our lives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Shame survives when we refuse to talk about it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that I\u2019ve warmed up to Brown\u2019s jargon, I feel the urgency behind her important message. Ultimately, our shame\u2014or rather, our ignorance of it\u2014keeps us small, depressed and unfulfilled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But what can we do?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Firstly, Brown advises us to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Become aware of your reactions to shame.<\/strong> For example, your heart races, face turns hot and mouth gets dry.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Protect yourself. <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hushyourmind.com\/\/\/how-to-stay-calm-10-grounding-techniques\">Grounding techniques<\/a>, deep breathing, praying.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Confide. <\/strong>Share your story<strong> <\/strong>with those who have earned the right to hear it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Do \u201cthe most courageous thing<\/strong> you could do for yourself when you feel small and hurt\u201d.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Then, follow her 10 guidelines below to further cultivate a wholehearted  life. Once again, Brown&#8217;s personal examples help illustrate her points. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1) Authenticity<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Focus on staying true to yourself, instead of being liked. Have the courage to show your vulnerability and set <a href=\"https:\/\/hushyourmind.com\/what-to-do-when-someone-disrespects-your-boundaries\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/hushyourmind.com\/what-to-do-when-someone-disrespects-your-boundaries\">boundaries<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Brown doesn\u2019t suggest much on how to be genuine, especially when many people fear rejection or react out of habit. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In my experience, self-awareness and releasing <a href=\"https:\/\/hushyourmind.com\/how-does-eft-tapping-work-science\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/hushyourmind.com\/how-does-eft-tapping-work-science\/\">trauma<\/a> stored in our bodies make way for authenticity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2) Self-compassion<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/hushyourmind.com\/mindfulness-exercises-to-heal-perfectionism\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/hushyourmind.com\/mindfulness-exercises-to-heal-perfectionism\/\">Perfectionism<\/a> keeps you from staying true to yourself. It\u2019s a self-destructive way to protect yourself from judgment and shame.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do a reality check instead of slipping into all-or-nothing thinking: <em>I\u2019ve made good progress. One mistake doesn\u2019t mean I\u2019m a failure.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3) Resilience<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s the ability to overcome adversity. We do that by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>having hope<\/strong>, or believing we can manage<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>developing critical awareness<\/strong>\u2014questioning images of success and beauty and practicing <a href=\"https:\/\/hushyourmind.com\/spiritual-journey\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/hushyourmind.com\/spiritual-journey\/\">spirituality<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>letting go of numbing<\/strong> activities like excessively drinking alcohol, shopping or eating junk food<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Meditation, prayer, helping others, exercising and journaling help build resilience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4) Gratitude and joy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Practicing gratitude helps us feel joy, an emotion that thrives despite outside circumstances (unlike happiness). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a result, we live from the attitude of \u201csufficiency\u201d, that there\u2019s enough time, <a href=\"https:\/\/hushyourmind.com\/why-manifesting-money-is-hard\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/hushyourmind.com\/why-manifesting-money-is-hard\/\">money<\/a> and love. And that we\u2019re enough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Acknowledge your fears. Keep a <a href=\"https:\/\/hushyourmind.com\/how-to-practice-gratitude\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/hushyourmind.com\/how-to-practice-gratitude\/\">gratitude<\/a> journal and do gratitude meditations. The key is to practice everyday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5) Intuition and faith<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s hard to accept uncertainty, possible disasters and mistakes. Yet if we resist these aspects of life, conflicts and anxiety abound. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead, develop your <a href=\"https:\/\/hushyourmind.com\/how-to-develop-your-intuition\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/hushyourmind.com\/how-to-develop-your-intuition\/\">intuition<\/a>, open your arms to life\u2019s mystery and believe that you\u2019ll be alright.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6) Creativity<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Doing anything creative reminds you that there\u2019s no one like you. Only you have had your experiences and ideas. You\u2019re incomparable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Try <a href=\"https:\/\/hushyourmind.com\/making-art-shadow-work\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/hushyourmind.com\/making-art-shadow-work\/\">collaging<\/a>, taking photos, flower arranging or cooking!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7) Play and rest<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In our culture of \u201cno pain, no gain\u201d, productivity and exhaustion win over play and rest. But, believe it or not, <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lifehack.org\/347808\/why-rest-days-are-important-for-higher-efficiency-work\" target=\"_blank\">rest<\/a> can actually sharpen your focus and improve your performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Schedule naptime, gaze at the stars or listen to your favorite music.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8) Calm and stillness<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead of reacting to anxiety, notice strong emotions. Breathe deeply. Count to 10 before acting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Exercising more, reducing caffeine and cultivating moments of <a href=\"https:\/\/hushyourmind.com\/benefits-of-solitude-and-silence\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/hushyourmind.com\/benefits-of-solitude-and-silence\/\">stillness<\/a> also help calm down intense emotions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9) Meaningful work<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Sharing our gifts and talents gives a purpose to our lives. When we don\u2019t do so, we struggle and feel empty, frustrated, shame, fear and grief. Don\u2019t let your inner critic tell you otherwise. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10) Laughter, song and dance<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>These 3 things remind us that we\u2019re not alone. When we laugh with each other, we experience the relief and connection that comes from sharing our stories. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many people don\u2019t let themselves laugh hysterically, sing out loud or dance in public. We struggle with feeling vulnerable and worry about what others think. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But when we try to \u201clook cool\u201d and \u201cin control\u201d, we betray ourselves. And risk judging loved ones when they show their silly and awkward side. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, dare to laugh, sing along to music and dance everyday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">I recommend <em>The Gifts of Imperfection <\/em> if&#8230;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>you just want a general outline on how to boost your self-esteem. I must admit that I was a bit disappointed by Brown\u2019s many vague terms, lack of substance and bland writing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For richer insight and practical tips on how to overcome shame, I highly recommend Hal and Sidra Stone\u2019s book <a href=\"https:\/\/bookshop.org\/a\/86141\/9780062507570\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/bookshop.org\/a\/86141\/9780062507570\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Embracing Your Inner Critic<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, we all can use a reminder from <em>The Gifts of Imperfection<\/em>: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Accept your vulnerability\u2014the core of your emotions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Believe that you\u2019re enough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And be kind to yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:70px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Want some free support?<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-full is-resized\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.hushyourmind.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/About.png?resize=500%2C500&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-14397\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:200px;height:200px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.hushyourmind.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/About.png?w=500&amp;ssl=1 500w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.hushyourmind.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/About.png?resize=300%2C300&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/www.hushyourmind.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/About.png?resize=150%2C150&amp;ssl=1 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">I&#8217;m offering free EFT Tapping sessions in exchange for a short interview via Zoom.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I enjoy connecting with other women and learning about their challenges related to confidence, boundaries and relationships.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the first 15 minutes, I\u2019ll ask questions like &#8220;How did you discover me?&#8221; for new content ideas. 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