The Gifts of Imperfection: Let Go of Who You Think You’re Supposed to Be and Embrace Who You Are

What is wholehearted living, and why can it feel countercultural compared to the values of mainstream American society? Is Brown’s work relevant to people from other cultures?

Why is storytelling such a key component of Brown’s practice as a researcher? What does Brown’s sharing of her personal stories offer the reader? Discuss at least two stories in your answer.

Why are courage, compassion, and connection such crucial tenets of wholehearted living? How might Brown’s definitions of these words surprise the reader in their difference from the common assumptions surrounding them?