"One of the things I did when I discovered this huge importance of being vulnerable is very happily m..." — Brene Brown

As unique as we all are, an awful lot of us want the same things. We want to shake up our current less-than-fulfilling lives. We want to be happier, more loving, forgiving and connected with the people around us.

I've learned that men and women who are living wholehearted lives really allow themselves to soften into joy and happiness. They allow themselves to experience it.

The intention and outcome of vulnerability is trust, intimacy and connection. The outcome of oversharing is distrust, disconnection - and usually a little judgment.

Many people think of perfectionism as striving to be your best, but it is not about self-improvement; it's about earning approval and acceptance.