Complete Bibliography & Further Reading
The science behind authentic living and wholehearted expression
UBAuthentic2 is built upon decades of rigorous research in humanistic psychology, vulnerability studies, and authenticity research. This page provides a comprehensive bibliography of the academic works, books, and research papers that inform the product's 10 authenticity dimensions and 25 modules. Each source is available through Amazon with direct purchase links.
The foundational research upon which UBAuthentic2's 10 dimensions are built:
2010 • Hazelden Publishing
Brown's groundbreaking work on wholehearted living, introducing the ten guideposts for authentic living. Based on over a decade of research involving thousands of interviews, this book establishes the connection between vulnerability, courage, and authentic self-expression.
1961 • Houghton Mifflin
Rogers' seminal work introducing person-centered psychology and the concept of congruence—the alignment between one's inner experience and outer expression. This book revolutionized psychotherapy and established authenticity as central to psychological health.
Essential texts from leading researchers on authenticity, vulnerability, and genuine living:
2012 • Gotham Books
Brown expands on her vulnerability research, demonstrating how vulnerability is not weakness but the birthplace of innovation, creativity, and change. The book provides practical strategies for developing shame resilience and courage.
2017 • Random House
Brown explores the paradox of belonging—that true belonging requires the courage to stand alone in your truth. The book distinguishes between "fitting in" (changing yourself to be accepted) and "belonging" (being accepted for who you truly are).
1980 • Houghton Mifflin
Rogers' later reflections on his life's work, expanding person-centered principles beyond therapy to education, relationships, and personal growth. The book deepens understanding of unconditional positive regard and genuine presence.
2017 • Currency
Organizational psychologist Eurich presents research on self-awareness, distinguishing between internal self-awareness (understanding ourselves) and external self-awareness (understanding how others see us). The book provides practical strategies for developing both.
Additional texts that inform and expand on authenticity concepts:
2011 • William Morrow
Neff's pioneering research on self-compassion—treating yourself with the same kindness you'd offer a good friend. The book demonstrates how self-compassion differs from self-esteem and provides practices for developing a kinder relationship with yourself.
1999 • Harmony Books
Gottman's landmark research on what makes relationships succeed or fail, based on decades of scientific study. The book reveals how emotional attunement, vulnerability, and authentic communication predict relationship success.
2004 • Oxford University Press
The foundational text of positive psychology's approach to character, identifying 24 universal character strengths including authenticity, integrity, and honesty. This handbook provides the scientific classification system for human virtues.
2003 • Bantam
Psychologist and meditation teacher Brach integrates Western psychology with Eastern wisdom, offering practices for accepting ourselves fully—including the parts we've rejected. The book addresses the "trance of unworthiness" that blocks authentic living.
1952 • Yale University Press
Tillich's philosophical exploration of existential courage—the courage to affirm oneself despite the anxieties of existence. This classic work examines how authentic being requires confronting and transcending anxiety.
2007 • Jossey-Bass
Based on interviews with 125 of today's top leaders, this book explores how the most effective leaders are those who lead authentically from their own values and life stories, rather than adopting external models.
Peer-reviewed research underlying UBAuthentic2's evidence-based approach:
Rogers, C. R. (1957). Journal of Consulting Psychology, 21(2), 95-103.
Rogers' foundational paper establishing that congruence (therapist authenticity), unconditional positive regard, and empathic understanding are necessary conditions for therapeutic change—concepts that extend to all authentic relationships.
Brown, B. (2006). Families in Society, 87(1), 43-52.
Brown's original grounded theory research identifying the connections between shame, vulnerability, and authentic living. This paper established the empirical foundation for her later popular works.
Harter, S. (2002). In C. R. Snyder & S. J. Lopez (Eds.), Handbook of Positive Psychology. Oxford University Press.
Comprehensive review of authenticity research from developmental, social, and clinical psychology perspectives. Establishes authenticity as a key construct in positive psychology and human development.
Neff, K. D. (2003). Self and Identity, 2(2), 85-101.
Neff's foundational paper introducing self-compassion as a construct distinct from self-esteem, demonstrating its three components: self-kindness, common humanity, and mindfulness—all relevant to authentic self-acceptance.
Kernis, M. H., & Goldman, B. M. (2006). Journal of Research in Personality, 40(6), 1252-1279.
Development of a validated measure of authenticity encompassing four components: awareness, unbiased processing, behavior, and relational orientation. Provides empirical support for multidimensional authenticity.
Walumbwa, F. O., et al. (2008). Journal of Management, 34(1), 89-126.
Establishes authentic leadership as a measurable construct with four dimensions: self-awareness, relational transparency, balanced processing, and internalized moral perspective.
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