How to Keep an Open Heart || Asking for a Friend Podcast EP 116

Asking for a Friend with the TalkDoc
Podcast Episode 116
How to Keep an Open Heart with Meredith and Atlas of the Heart

In the second episode of our three-part series on Brené Brown's Atlas of the Heart (2021), Meredith, Teighlor, and TalkDoc dive deep into Chapter 10: 'The Places We Go When the Heart Is Open.' This chapter explores powerful emotions like love, heartbreak, trust, betrayal, defensiveness, and hurt.

Together, we unpack the challenges of vulnerability, the journey to rebuild trust, and the emotional barriers that keep us guarded. Meredith offers thoughtful reflections on how opening up can be both difficult and rewarding in relationships. Join us for an engaging conversation about navigating these emotional landscapes and embracing the courage to keep our hearts open.

Music by epidemic sound.

SHOW NOTES:
Experts : Brown and Hooks

Brene Brown’s Book: “Atlas of the Heart”
https://brenebrown.com/book/atlas-of-...

Brene Brown’s Book: “Dare to Lead”
https://brenebrown.com/book/dare-to-l...

Brene Brown’s “B-R-A-V-I-N-G” Acronym
   • Anatomy of Trust (abridged)  

Bell Hooks Book “All about Love”
https://bellhooksbooks.com/product/al...

Timestamps: 00:00 Welcome to Asking for a Friend: Unpacking Communication and Relationships
00:19 Overview of Brene Brown's 'Atlas of the Heart'
00:51 Meredith's Assignment: Chapter 10
01:16 Exploring Love and Vulnerability
02:36 Heartbreak and Lovelessness
13:09 Defensiveness and Self-Esteem
18:10 Flooding and Conflict Resolution
22:03 Trust and Betrayal
26:48 Conclusion and Final Thoughts