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Rising Strong

Brené Brown
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Rising Strong

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2015

Book Brief

Brené Brown

Rising Strong

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2015
Book Details
Pages

352

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

2010s

Publication Year

2015

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Rising Strong by Brené Brown explores the process of overcoming failure and setbacks, emphasizing the importance of resilience, self-awareness, and emotional honesty. Brown outlines three key lessons: controlling our emotions, recognizing self-sabotage, and maintaining a positive attitude. The book encourages readers to learn from their failures and embrace the potential for future success while taking responsibility for their own lives.

Inspirational

Informative

Emotional

Hopeful

Contemplative

Reviews & Readership

4.5

95,510 ratings

83%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Brené Brown's Rising Strong is praised for its insightful take on vulnerability, resilience, and the importance of embracing failure. Readers appreciate Brown's relatable storytelling and practical advice. However, some find the content repetitive and drawn out. Overall, it's favored for its inspiration and encouragement in personal growth.

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Who Should Read Rising Strong?

Readers who would enjoy Rising Strong by Brené Brown are those interested in personal development, resilience, and emotional growth. Similar in appeal to fans of Carol Dweck's Mindset and Daniel Goleman's Emotional Intelligence, it resonates with individuals seeking to overcome adversity and thrive despite life's challenges.

4.5

95,510 ratings

83%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Fun Facts

Brené Brown is a research professor at the University of Houston, known for her work on vulnerability, courage, and empathy, with Rising Strong being one of her bestselling books exploring these themes.

Rising Strong is part of a series that includes The Gifts of Imperfection and Daring Greatly, all focusing on personal development and emotional resilience.

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Known for her engaging storytelling style, Brené Brown incorporates stories of her own life experiences in Rising Strong to illustrate her research findings and insights.

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Book Details
Pages

352

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

2010s

Publication Year

2015

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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