The Pedagogy of Resilience: Strategies for Cultivating Courage, Compassion and Connection in the Classroom

Austin, Texas

Teacher in-service (closed event)

An invitation-only event sponsored by

The Council on Alcohol and Drugs Houston

Redefining Success We are all destined for greatness. We have unique talents and gifts to share with the world. Yet much of our greatness is locked behind fear, past lies we may have believed and the lack of permission to succeed. This session will confront the fear of success, uncover the past, and grant you permission to succeed beyond your wildest dreams. (Panelists: Brene Brown, Alice Bradley, Coert Voorhees, Carla Powers)

Watch the amazing conference trailer here!



Invited Conversationalist.

Table Talk is a fascinating combination of conversations over lunch. Dynamic women of various cultures, professions, and experiences lead the discussions at each table. Table Talk benefits the Women's Studies Program and the Women's ARC
(Archive and Research Center) at the University of Houston. 

Book discussion, Q&A.

Austin, Texas

For more information, click here.

Conference Keynote

Authentic Leadership: Guideposts for Cultivating Inspiration, Creating Meaning, and Fostering Accountability in Schools 

For more information, click here.

Luncheon discussion in Houston, Texas.

For more information, click here.

The field of counseling and treatment of adolescents and young adults has challenged the best of therapists and clinicians. Join colleagues from throughout the nation for a premier conference addressing the cutting edge issues, research advances and clinical applications for this special population of clients with its unique demands on counselors for state of the art skills and strategies.

In addition to topics at the heart of therapeutic strategies, this year will see expanded offering to include the cultural and peer influences that shape this group. Advertising, media, music, social networking, video gaming and other issues will be explored with implications for counseling and therapeutic alliances.

Brené will be giving the opening keynote the morning of 4/16 and will be facilitating a workshop later that day. For more information, click here.  

Guest speaker at the Mother/Daughter Tea for WHEE (Women Helping to Empower Each Other).

Houston, Texas

Brené will be giving the opening keynote the morning of 5/7, and will be facilitating a workshop later that day. Keynote - Courage and Story:  Three Guidepost for Cultivating a Resilient Spirit.

For more information, click here.

Guest speaker at Charter 100 luncheon.

Houston, Texas

Faith and the Gifts of Imperfection

Minneapolis, MN

The Faith & Life Lectures are open and welcoming public forums where members of the Twin Cities community can hear nationally known speakers reflect on how Christian faith intersects with different dimensions of everyday life.

For more information, click here.