The Gifts of Imperfection by Brené Brown is a guide to living a “wholehearted” life by embracing imperfections and vulnerability instead of striving for an often unattainable perfection. Through her research on shame, courage, and worthiness, Brown provides ten “guideposts” to help readers cultivate self-compassion and authenticity, which are essential for building connection and living a meaningful life. The book encourages readers to let go of fear and comparison, own their stories, and believe they are worthy of love and belonging just as they are.