50 pages 1 hour read

Brené Brown

Atlas of the Heart: Mapping Meaningful Connection and the Language of Human Experience

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2021

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Before You Read

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Super Short Summary

Atlas of the Heart by Brené Brown is a self-help book that maps out over 80 emotions and experiences to help readers better understand and articulate their feelings, thereby fostering meaningful connections with themselves and others. Through detailed exploration, comparisons, and extensive visual aids, Brown aims to give readers the tools to navigate complex emotional landscapes and enhance their relationships.

Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Brené Brown's Atlas of the Heart receives praise for its insightful exploration of emotions and relationships, enhanced by Brown's engaging storytelling and research-based approach. Some find it repetitive and heavy on jargon, which may affect readability. Overall, it is admired for its depth and practical applications in understanding human connection.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Atlas of the Heart?

A reader who would enjoy Atlas of the Heart by Brené Brown is someone interested in exploring human emotions and connections deeply. Comparable to readers of Daring Greatly by Brown or Emotional Intelligence by Daniel Goleman, they seek personal growth, empathy, and enhanced interpersonal relationships.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre

Self Help

Inspirational

Psychology

Topics

Psychology

Relationships

Sociology

Themes

Emotions/Behavior: Guilt

Emotions/Behavior: Shame & Pride