Here is a video I saw at my recent Spiritual Academy Retreat. As a person of Christian faith I can hear the echoes of God's love and grace behind what Rene Brown says. It's about 20 min. and well worth the time. Brené Brown studies human connection -- our ability to empathize, belong, love. In a poignant, funny talk, she shares a deep insight from her research, one that sent her on a personal quest to know herself as well as to understand humanity. A talk to share. (Filmed at TEDxHouston.) http://www.ted.com/talks/brene_brown_on_vulnerability.html