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We’re in a Spiritual Crisis!

The Hidden Epidemic No One Wants to Admit!



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In this episode of The Diary of a CEO podcast, host Steven Bartlett sits down with researcher and author Brené Brown to discuss courage, vulnerability, trust, and power. With his signature candor and curiosity, Bartlett probes Brown with thoughtful questions that range across topics, including Brown’s perspective on how the world has evolved over the past two decades and her reflections on self-acceptance. The result is a thoughtful, meandering examination of Brown’s body of work, as well as a real-time demonstration of the very principles she studies.

Summary

People crave connection, but they must also maintain individuality.

People have a fundamental need for connection — to give and receive support, and to feel seen, heard, and valued in their relationships. At the same time, they yearn for a sense of belonging. Yet to achieve true belonging, you must first stand alone as an individual. The desire to fit in makes genuine belonging impossible. When you prioritize fitting in over belonging, you risk becoming a “chameleon” in different environments, ultimately betraying your true self.

Shared ideology — even when rooted in exclusion or hostility — can create a sense of connection. People might feel connected over what they believe or whom they hate, but this is a counterfeit form of connection. Prioritizing ideology can lead people to discount true emotional connections, such as those with family and friends. When you bond with others over ideology, connection becomes contingent on continuing to agree.

A lack of emotional literacy can also hamper meaningful connections. Research has found that the average person can identify only three emotions: happy, sad, and angry. This lack of emotional vocabulary limits self-awareness...

About the Podcast

Brené Brown is a research professor at the University of Houston who specializes in courage, vulnerability, shame, and empathy. Her books include The Gifts of Imperfection, Daring Greatly, Rising Strong, Braving the Wilderness, and Dare to Lead, and she hosts the Unlocking Us and Dare to Lead podcasts. Steven Bartlett is an entrepreneur, investor and podcaster. He hosts The Diary of a CEO podcast. In 2021, he joined the panel of investors on the UK version of Dragons’ Den.


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