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The connection between Brown's research and Global Health Humanities

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The connection between Brown's research and Global Health Humanities

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The Brene Brown's research mostly concentrate on subjects such as empathy, shame, leadership and vulnerability. The humanities also includes disciplines which study teamwork, communication teamwork and help physicians develop empathy and professionalism. The humanities has answered many questions in global health and help professionals in Medical related fields to develop their skills. In summary, Brene's research is very related to global health humanities.

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After reading both the article and listen to Brown talk about vulnerability, my biggest takeaway is that it takes a breadth of different sources to understand a topic clearly, especially a topic like Global Health Humanities . For example, Brown understood vulnerability because she interviewed hundreds of people and dedicated years to researching through listening to stories and then spending time connecting similarities in people's stories. She was able to piece together that people who believe they deserve something or have been raised in an environment that allows them to believe that they are worthy of something end up being the people that can actually achieve comfort and happiness (which is a priveledge).

In the article it touches on the fact that some people in the medical field debate over whether it is necessary for people in health professions to have a strong humanities background in addition to their more scientific-based, to help be more vulnerable and find connection with people. I think this whole debate really connects to Brown's research because Brown preaches reaching many people which, if practiced, could lead to health professionals being more sensitive to everyone's needs.

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Brown’s research identified that the similarity between all people who reported a sense of belonging also believed that they were worthy. People who reported a sense of belonging and worthiness also had the courage to be imperfect, showed compassion for themselves and others, had connections with others as a result of authenticity, and embraced vulnerability. This begs the question, is our society prepared to handle vulnerability? Toxic masculinity, racism, and inequity all can prohibit people from being vulnerable safely. Brown’s research enlightens the idea that social values and norms impact the mental health of citizens. Our mental health is dependent on the actions of ourselves, but also the structure of society and how it values concepts such as failure, vulnerability, emotions, etc. Health and wellbeing is not entirely rooted in biology and purely scientific study. The “soft” side of medicine, revealed through Health Humanities, is vital as advocates for the context of a patient.  One’s health is deeply rooted to one’s environment and surrounding, not just genes. Health can be studied in the context of culture, society, and behavior all of which is expressed in literature, film, media, and other communicative mediums. Brown used stories as the data of research. Employing stories as data can lead to a medical practice that is more patient centered and personal. The Health Humanities acknowledge that in the heart of stories and accounts of people's personal experiences, lie lessons that can educate healthcare providers on the humanistic side of their profession.

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Brown talks about the difficulty of showing vulnerability and its link to shame. She discusses the impacts of this on mental health as feelings of shame, love - or the lack thereof - disconnect, and belonging is a universal experience that is not talked about enough. She takes the approach of vulnerability and humanistic feelings from a patient standpoint, while the article discusses the link between humanities and health care through a lens that focuses more on the health care system. The article emphasizes that the gap in health care systems must be filled with something that medicine cannot - empathy and other attributes of humanities.
Brown connects to this as she adds that vulnerability is found in healthcare. The patients need to be vulnerable to their doctors, and the doctors need to have empathy and social skills to make healthcare more amicable and lessen the feeling of shame that surrounds vulnerability in healthcare. Brown's TedTalk further dives into the medical issues that numbing the vulnerability causes such as excessive drinking, addiction, self-harm, etc. All of these can easily accumulate and result in the health crisis of addiction that we see today.

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Brown's work shows the importance of being vulnerable in order to be able to succeed in whatever path you choose to follow. Brown originally thought that she could block out shame in her life and still be able to succeed. After listening to many stories and even attending therapy she realized that shame is a necessary component to be able to succeed in any path of work and if you block it out it can lead to depression and many other problems. It is vital that medical education has different components of the humanities to make sure health care providers can empathize with their patients to give them better care.

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Brown's work highlights the importance of empathy and compassion in understanding and addressing the needs of individuals and communities. In Global Health, these qualities are crucial for healthcare professionals and policymakers to effectively engage with diverse populations and address their unique challenges. She also discusses communication, which connects in the sense that the power of genuine human connection can improve doctor-paitent relationships which are essential. This also ties into connecting with people through language barriers which plays a large role in Global Health Humanities.

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Brown had a lot of interesting points, but one thing she said that really stuck out was “Stories are data with a soul.” Everyone has their own stories, and relating them to the article, those stories are essential to understanding other people as well as their perspectives.
Something else I thought was interesting and very real is the idea of humans numbing their vulnerability. For many it is difficult to express their happiness, sadness, and overall their other feelings, yet it is needed when sharing these stories. Courage is required, yet it can be so difficult to completely share your thoughts and opinions out of fear, and I liked how she said almost everyone shares the feeling of shame and fear. Overall stories in learning provide a unique way of learning that can challenge us and make us think in a new way, a way where empathy is present as the article suggests.

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During her research, she listened to hundreds of stories and this matter gave her a sense of understanding and connection while relating to others' problems. Health Humanities can't be limited to the field of medicine because its main goal is to health and human flourishing. I believe that what we can learn from her study is to let ourselves be seen, to love with our whole heart and to practice gratitude.

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The medical field is making great strides in scientific research, however, there is a strong disconnect between medical providers and patients. Brown’s career is centered around understanding humans and their behavior. Through her research she has understood that in order to connect with humans you must be vulnerable. Vulnerability is especially connected to the medical field where people are usually at their most vulnerable. For nurses and doctors to properly respect their patients and show compassion, they must value the need for human connection and vulnerability. When properly understood, their emotional connections to patients will be as impactful as their medical successes.

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Expands on the Understanding of the Human Experience 

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Expands on the Understanding of the Human Experience 

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Brown's research informs us about how people who are willing to be vulnerable, those willing to open themselves to the world, have healthier relationships. They have better social connections because they believe they are worthy of them. This expands on the idea of health humanities by informing why some people are more grounded and happier people. If a person struggles to be vulnerable, and doesn't believe they are worthy of love, they will have a worse experience. This in turn will likely result in low self esteem, and likely poorer mental health. And worse mental health is never a great sign for physical health.

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It relates to Global Health Humanities because "connection" and the people who feel most worthy of connection are also the most likely to be able to advocate for themselves and get the resources they need. A lot of people's sense of worth for connection comes from their social and financial status. People who've been disparately affected by social and economical issues globally are less likely to feel worthy of connection, and in that context connection can also translate to feeling less worthy of advocating for basic healthcare needs. Not being vulnerable also directly relates to the relationship people have with themselves. People who aren't vulnerable tend to have different coping mechanisms which leads to nationwide health issues, such as our generation being one of the most obese, addicted, and medicated generations in U.S. history.

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Brown's role as a sociologist provides her with a unique perspective on the intersection of Global Health and Humanities, particularly through the lens of social behavior. Her research in this growing field has shown that integrating moral reflection into patient care, alongside elements such as "point of view, plot, imagery, setting, and narrative stance" (p.3), allows medical students to explore the broader “… cultural perspectives of health and illness, social justice, and the ethical dimensions of patient interactions.” (p.3). According to her research, literature, particularly cultural literature, can significantly impact someone’s moral compass, fostering a more inclusive and less prejudiced worldview in a domain historically marked by oppression. This shift towards greater understanding and empathy may empower a new generation to reshape the narrative of Global Health and Humanities.

In her TED Talk, Brown emphasized the central importance of human connection, stating that "Connection is why we are here" (Brown). She highlighted the human tendency to fear the loss of connection, which encompasses the dread of rejection, judgment, and the loss of control. As social beings, humans inherently crave meaningful relationships. However, Brown pointed out that, in today's world, vulnerability, the very element that connects us all, has often been weaponized. Her research indicated that many genuinely content individuals have mastered the art of embracing vulnerability, citing it as the foundation for their most profound connections. Personally, I can relate to her findings, as my closest friends are those who know me most intimately, including aspects I try to conceal from others view, them seeing me at times when I am the most vulnerable.

Brown's insights resonate deeply with the themes of Global Health and Humanities, particularly when she opens with the phrase "data with a soul" (Brown) and concludes by suggesting that one must love oneself to truly appreciate the love in others. This encapsulates the core message of her research: to genuinely care for and about others, one must be willing to embrace vulnerability, forge connections, and remain open to diverse perspectives, going above just data-driven approaches.

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Brown’s research relates to the field of Global Health Humanities because she takes many stories and letters from various people with very different lives in her research to expand her perception of shame. Brown thought that it was something that could be fixed, but through her research, she learns not everything can be controlled and predicted. This relates to the article because it mentions that a way to teach health humanities is through stories and films that challenge one's perspective and bring in many more which is what the stories and interviews did for Brown. It supports the fact that global health humanities is much broader and provides a way for physicians and other health professionals, such as Brown, to understand others and have a more humane look at things.