Title from container.

Compact discs.

Recording produced by Audible, Inc., p2010.

Duration: 10:51:00.

In container (17 cm.).

"Previously published as a Gotham Books hardcover edition, February 2007, with the title: I thought it was just me."--T.p. verso. Two previous subtitles : 1) women reclaiming power and courage in a culture of shame ; 2) (but it isn't): telling the truth about perfectionism, inadequacy, and power.

"As seen on the PBS special The Gifts of Imperfection"--Container insert.

Read by Lauren Fortgang.

We spend too much time and energy managing perception and creating carefully edited versions of ourselves to show to the world. Everywhere we turn there are messages that tell us who, what, and how we're supposed to be. This shines a long-overdue light on an important truth: Our imperfections are what connect us to one another and to our humanity. Our vulnerabilities are not weaknesses; they are powerful reminders to keep our hearts and minds open to the reality that we're all in this together. Draws on research with hundreds of interviewees to identify the pervasive influence of cultural shame, discussing how women can recognize the ways in which shame influences their health and relationships and can be transformed into courage and connectivity.