Each day we face a barrage of images and messages from society and the media telling us who, what, and how we should be. We are led to believe that if we could only look perfect and lead perfect lives, we'd no longer feel inadequate. So most of us perform, please, and perfect, all the while thinking, What if I can't keep all of these balls in the air? Why isn't everyone else working harder and living up to my expectations? What will people think if I fail or give up? When can I stop proving myself?

In The Gifts of Imperfection, Brené Brown, PhD, a leading expert on shame, authenticity and belonging, shares what she's learned from a decade of research on the power of Wholehearted Living--a way of engaging with the world from a place of worthiness.

Join the Roots Reads Book Club, meeting on the second Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. Sherri will lead a discussion on the chosen book and there will be plenty of time for snacks, socializing and connecting with the Roots community. Feel free to purchase the book from your favorite retailer, download the audiobook, borrow from the library or however else you like to read.

This event is free (tell your friends!). Please register in advance so we know you're coming!