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You Are Your Best Thing: Vulnerability, Shame Resilience, And The Black Experience
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New York Times Bestseller Tarana Burke And Dr. Bren Brown Bring Together A Dynamic Group Of Black Writers, Organizers, Artists, Academics, And Cultural Figures To Discuss The Topics The Two Have Dedicated Their Lives To Understanding And Teaching: Vulnerability And Shame Resilience.Contributions By Kiese Laymon, Imani Perry, Laverne Cox, Jason Reynolds, Austin Channing Brown, And Morenamed One Of The Best Books Of The Year By Marie Claire And Bookriotit Started As A Text Between Two Friends.Tarana Burke, Founder Of The Me Too. Movement, Texted Researcher And Writer Bren Brown To See If She Was Free To Jump On A Call. Bren Assumed That Tarana Wanted To Talk About Wallpaper. They Had Been Trading Home Decorating Inspiration Boards In Their Last Text Conversation So Bren Started Scrolling To Find Her Latest Pinterest Pictures When The Phone Rang.But It Was Immediately Clear To Bren That The Conversation Wasnt Going To Be About Wallpaper. Taranas Hello Was Serious And She Hesitated For A Bit Before Saying, Bren, You Know Your Work Affected Me So Deeply, But As A Black Woman, Ive Sometimes Had To Feel Like I Have To Contort Myself To Fit Into Some Of Your Words. The Core Of It Rings So True For Me, But The Application Has Been Harder.Bren Replied, Im So Glad Were Talking About This. It Makes Sense To Me. Especially In Terms Of Vulnerability. How Do You Take The Armor Off In A Country Where Youre Not Physically Or Emotionally Safe?Long Pause.Thats Why Im Calling, Said Tarana. What Do You Think About Working Together On A Book About The Black Experience With Vulnerability And Shame Resilience?There Was No Hesitation.Burke And Brown Are The Perfect Pair To Usher In This Stark, Potent Collection Of Essays On Black Shame And Healing. Along With The Anthology Contributors, They Create A Space To Recognize And Process The Trauma Of White Supremacy, A Space To Be Vulnerable And Affirm The Fullness Of Black Love And Black Life.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'You Are Your Best Thing'? A: The main theme of 'You Are Your Best Thing' revolves around vulnerability, shame resilience, and the unique experiences of Black individuals. The book features a collection of essays that explore these topics through the perspectives of various Black writers and cultural figures.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is co-authored by Tarana Burke, the founder of the 'me too.' movement, and Dr. Brené Brown, a renowned researcher and writer on vulnerability and shame.
- Q: What type of book is 'You Are Your Best Thing'? A: This book is an anthology, which means it is a collection of essays contributed by various writers, organizers, and cultural figures discussing their insights on vulnerability and shame resilience within the Black experience.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 256 pages.
- Q: When was 'You Are Your Best Thing' published? A: The book was published on January 25, 2022.
- Q: Is this book available in different formats? A: Yes, 'You Are Your Best Thing' is available in paperback format.
- Q: What are some topics covered in the essays? A: The essays cover topics such as the trauma of white supremacy, the process of healing, and the affirmation of Black love and life through the lens of vulnerability and shame resilience.
- Q: Is this book suitable for all readers? A: While the book addresses specific experiences related to the Black community, it offers valuable insights on vulnerability and resilience that can resonate with a wide range of readers interested in these themes.
- Q: Who contributed to this anthology? A: The anthology includes contributions from notable figures such as Kiese Laymon, Imani Perry, Laverne Cox, and Jason Reynolds, among others.
- Q: What makes this book unique? A: This book is unique because it combines the voices of various Black writers to provide a comprehensive exploration of vulnerability and shame resilience, contextualized within the Black experience, fostering a deeper understanding of these issues.