Are you the kind of person who says “I love you” first? Do you put yourself at emotional risk in all your relationships? Or are you terrified of feelings of vulnerability?

Despite the fears of rejection and pain we all have, there are some who put themselves “out there” anyway. Turns out, they have it right. And for a parent, it’s important to show kids how to live that way.

In her deeply revealing TED talk, Brene Brown explains why emotional vulnerability is the key to happiness. A real wake-up call for anyone who struggles in this area.