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URL:https://executivebookreview.com/events/strong-ground/
SUMMARY:Wine and Cheese: Strong Ground
DESCRIPTION:Strong Ground\nby Brene Brown\nPresented by: Angie White\n\nIn 
 Strong Ground\, renowned researcher and bestselling author Brené Brown co
 ntinues her exploration of vulnerability\, courage\, and wholehearted livi
 ng—this time focusing on what it means to build a foundation of belongin
 g and resilience in an increasingly fractured world. The book is a compell
 ing call to reclaim human connection as the strongest foundation for perso
 nal and collective well-being.\nBrown argues that we are living in a time 
 marked by deep political division\, social isolation\, and emotional burno
 ut. Many of us feel untethered—unsure of where we stand\, or even who we
  are. Strong Ground invites us to identify and stand on our “strong grou
 nd”: the values\, relationships\, and inner truths that give us strength
  when the world feels uncertain.\nDrawing from two decades of qualitative 
 research\, Brown shares stories and insights about the power of meaningful
  connection\, the necessity of emotional clarity\, and the dangers of ideo
 logical extremism and binary thinking. She emphasizes that true belonging 
 is not about fitting in or agreeing with everyone—it’s about having th
 e courage to stand alone while staying connected to others with empathy an
 d respect.\n\nKey themes include:\nMoral Courage: Choosing integrity over 
 comfort\, especially in moments of tension or disagreement.\nBoundaries an
 d Compassion: Learning that clear boundaries are the foundation of true co
 mpassion.\nEmotional Literacy: Expanding our language for emotions so we c
 an better understand ourselves and others.\nShared Humanity: Recognizing t
 hat despite our differences\, we all long for connection\, meaning\, and l
 ove.\nBrown also addresses the role of leaders—at home\, at work\, and i
 n the community—in modeling vulnerability\, encouraging dialogue\, and c
 reating cultures of trust. Leadership\, she insists\, is not about control
  but about holding space for discomfort\, ambiguity\, and growth.\nThrough
  her signature blend of research\, storytelling\, and grounded wisdom\, Br
 own offers a roadmap for living bravely\, loving fully\, and creating stro
 nger\, more compassionate communities. In a world that often feels shaky a
 nd uncertain\, Strong Ground offers a firm\, values-based foundation to re
 turn to again and again.\nWhether you're a leader\, a learner\, or someone
  simply seeking more clarity and connection in your life\, this book is an
  empowering reminder that the strongest ground we can stand on is the trut
 h of who we are—and our willingness to stay open to others along the way
 .\n\nWHEN:\n\nWednesday\, June 17\, 2026\nMeet and Greet: 5:30 PM - 5:45 P
 M (US Central Time)\n\nPresentation: 5:45 PM - 7:00 PM (US Central Time)\n
 \nMeet Life Long Learners and Open Discussion:\n7:00 PM - 7:30 PM (US Cent
 ral Time)\n\nWHERE (either):\n\nIn Person \nCHRISTUS Heritage Hall\, The V
 illage at Incarnate Word\nBraodway at Burr Road\nSan Antonio\, TX 78209\n\
 nor VIA ZOOM\nPresentation:\n5:45 PM - 7:00 PM (US Central Time)\n**You mu
 st register to receive the Zoom Link**\n\nYou do not need to have read the
  book to attend the event.\n\nIf you would like to invite other colleagues
  to join this conference\, have them visit the website at www.ExecutiveBoo
 kReview.com to find out more about this and future events.
CATEGORIES:Wine And Cheese
LOCATION:CHRISTUS Heritage Hall\, The Village at Incarnate Word\, 4307 Broa
 dway\, San Antonio\, Texas\, 78209\, United States
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