Knowing what emotions you’re feeling offers a way to deeply connect with your innermost thoughts and even your subconscious. In fact, feeling these emotions is what truly makes us “human.”Īs Brené Brown says, “To form meaningful connections with others, we must first understand ourselves.” Yet, Atlas of the Heart forces you to realize that talking about them isn’t bad. Like me, you might shy away from talking about how you feel.
If you grew up in a household that rarely discussed how they feel in a healthy, caring, and open way, this book will help you feel seen. To be human is to feel a variety of emotions. So, without giving too much away, here are my main takeaways.ġ. I discovered different emotions are completely normal and that understanding them can truly guide our paths and help us connect with others. Within the pages of Atlas of the Heart, I felt less alone and less shame. She breaks it down in a way that’s relatable and digestible. Brené Brown has a way with words that simplifies even the most complex and untouchable topics, like our emotions. If you really just want the gist, well, you lucked out because this article outlines my main takeaways (Note: This isn’t for the faint of heart! And yes, we do get deep.).Īdmittedly, I’m only about three-quarters the way through this book thus far.īut this isn’t to say it hasn’t already been life-changing. (And if you’re not a reader, it’s also available as an audiobook or you can even watch her HBO Atlas of the Heart documentary ). This book covers 87 emotions, helping us define what it truly means to be human. Recently, I read her book Atlas of the Heart, and it was yet another perspective-altering read. I credit a lot of her work for understanding my own emotions and motivations in life. Well-known for her research on shame and vulnerability, Brené Brown offers insight into the human psyche and what motivates us to act the way we do. If you haven’t consumed Brené Brown’s lectures or books, you are in for a treat!
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