Author: Ken Streater
Publisher: Toolkit to Change
ISBN: 9780989208925
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 226
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"The Gift of Courage is a powerful book about leading with love. It's full of inspiring stories of courageous, purpose-driven people who are finding happiness while helping heal the world." -Marci Shimoff, #1 NY Times Bestselling Author ..".one of the good news stories that resonate within every life...that anyone can take to heart."-Meryl Streep, Academy Award-winning actress Those who know "why they are here" may tell you they have always known it. Others are just naturally generous and fulfilled and do not even ponder the meaning of their lives. Some found their purpose by bravely opening their hearts. For many, the search continues. The Gift of Courage presents regular yet extraordinary people whose courage-sometimes in the face of extreme challenge-empowers them to lead passionate and purposeful lives. They radiate goodness and selflessly lift the state of our world. This is the gift of courage. Here are stories of lifechangers, lifemakers, and lifesavers. It is likely you have never heard of any of them. They could be your neighbor or might live half a world away. "This book is a reminder to us all that our finest moments are when we take those courageous risks to stand up to bullies or take risks on others' behalf. In a world where we are often disappointed in the lack of courage in our national and local political leaders, The Gift of Courage is a respite. We see the difference everyday heroes can make in the lives of others. The reporting here is solid and the inspiration profound."--Geraldine Laybourne, Former President of Nickelodeon and Founder of Oxygen Network Portions from the sale of The Gift of Courage go to the people, families, or organizations described in this book. These donations help to cover rehabilitation expenses and fund nonprofits associated with their stories. By purchasing this book you are rewarding those deserving of recognition. An old proverb states that gifts are meant to travel. Just knowing that these people make the world better could inspire you to be courageous and to act on what matters most. Thank you for taking time by reading these pages to discover the beauty of open hearts, the joy of caring, the meaning of purpose, and the gift of courage. Thank you for being a part of this community. "Ken Streater has created a collection of real-life stories that not only grip your mind and heart, they uplift and inspire you. The Gift of Courage is a gem. I'm personally better for having spent time with it, and you will be too. Read this book and you will be changed."--Roger Seip, Best-Selling Author of Train Your Brain for Success
Author: Ken Streater
Publisher: Aviva Publishing
ISBN: 9781950241811
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 230
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Discover the Blessings of Giving and the Power of Community.
Author: Margot Silk Forrest
Publisher: L. M. Press
ISBN: 9780970804907
Category : Conduct of life
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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A therapist explains true kindness as opposed to mere niceness and explores its power and benefits, describing ways to integrate kindness as the response of choice. Included are techniques for developing the ability to empathize with others and strategies for being kind to oneself.
Author: Ken Streater
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781890427306
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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The goal of this book is to illustrate how much good is in the world and the immeasurable impact that one person can have on others.
Author: Born This Way Foundation Reporters
Publisher: Feiwel & Friends
ISBN: 1250245575
Category : Young Adult Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 284
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A New York Times Bestseller For Lady Gaga, kindness is the driving force behind everything she says and does. The quiet power of kindness can change the way we view one another, our communities, and even ourselves. She embodies this mission, and through her work, brings more kindness into our world every single day. Lady Gaga has always believed in the importance of being yourself, being kind to yourself, and being kind to others, no matter who they are or where they come from. With that sentiment in mind, she and her mother, Cynthia Germanotta, founded Born This Way Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to making the world a kinder and braver place. Through the years, they've collected stories of kindness, bravery and resilience from young people all over the world, proving that kindness truly is the universal language. And now, we invite you to read these stories and follow along as each and every young author finds their voice just as Lady Gaga has found hers. Within these pages, you’ll meet young changemakers who found their inner strength, who prevailed in the face of bullies, who started their own social movements, who decided to break through the mental health stigma and share how they felt, who created safe spaces for LGBTQ+ youth, and who have embraced kindness with every fiber of their being by helping others without the expectation of anything in return. In one story, you’ll read about a young person with an autoimmune disease, who after being bullied at school, learned how to practice self-love and started an organization with the mission of educating others about the importance of self-love, too; and in another story, you’ll meet a young person who decided to start a movement to help eliminate the stigma surrounding mental health and encouraged others to talk about their feelings openly and honestly, a reminder that kindness and mental wellness go hand in hand. Not only were we moved by these individual acts of kindness, but we were also touched by the many stories of organizations, neighborhoods, and entire communities that fully dedicated themselves to helping those in need and found new, innovative ways to make our world a kinder and braver place. Individually and collectively, these stories prove that kindness not only saves lives but builds community. Kindness is inclusion, it is pride, it is empathy, it is compassion, it is self-respect and it is the guiding light to love. Kindness is always transformational, and its never-ending ripples result in even more kind acts that can change our lives, our communities, and our world.
Author: Brené Brown
Publisher: Random House Trade Paperbacks
ISBN: 0812985818
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 209
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#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • REESE’S BOOK CLUB PICK • A timely and important book that challenges everything we think we know about cultivating true belonging in our communities, organizations, and culture, from the #1 bestselling author of Rising Strong, Daring Greatly, and The Gifts of Imperfection Don’t miss the five-part Max docuseries Brené Brown: Atlas of the Heart! “True belonging doesn’t require us to change who we are. It requires us to be who we are.” Social scientist Brené Brown, PhD, MSW, has sparked a global conversation about the experiences that bring meaning to our lives—experiences of courage, vulnerability, love, belonging, shame, and empathy. In Braving the Wilderness, Brown redefines what it means to truly belong in an age of increased polarization. With her trademark mix of research, storytelling, and honesty, Brown will again change the cultural conversation while mapping a clear path to true belonging. Brown argues that we’re experiencing a spiritual crisis of disconnection, and introduces four practices of true belonging that challenge everything we believe about ourselves and each other. She writes, “True belonging requires us to believe in and belong to ourselves so fully that we can find sacredness both in being a part of something and in standing alone when necessary. But in a culture that’s rife with perfectionism and pleasing, and with the erosion of civility, it’s easy to stay quiet, hide in our ideological bunkers, or fit in rather than show up as our true selves and brave the wilderness of uncertainty and criticism. But true belonging is not something we negotiate or accomplish with others; it’s a daily practice that demands integrity and authenticity. It’s a personal commitment that we carry in our hearts.” Brown offers us the clarity and courage we need to find our way back to ourselves and to each other. And that path cuts right through the wilderness. Brown writes, “The wilderness is an untamed, unpredictable place of solitude and searching. It is a place as dangerous as it is breathtaking, a place as sought after as it is feared. But it turns out to be the place of true belonging, and it’s the bravest and most sacred place you will ever stand.”
Author: Ted Gup
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101444630
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 258
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An inspiring account of America at its worst-and Americans at their best-woven from the stories of Depression-era families who were helped by gifts from the author's generous and secretive grandfather. Shortly before Christmas 1933 in Depression-scarred Canton, Ohio, a small newspaper ad offered $10, no strings attached, to 75 families in distress. Interested readers were asked to submit letters describing their hardships to a benefactor calling himself Mr. B. Virdot. The author's grandfather Sam Stone was inspired to place this ad and assist his fellow Cantonians as they prepared for the cruelest Christmas most of them would ever witness. Moved by the tales of suffering and expressions of hope contained in the letters, which he discovered in a suitcase 75 years later, Ted Gup initially set out to unveil the lives behind them, searching for records and relatives all over the country who could help him flesh out the family sagas hinted at in those letters. From these sources, Gup has re-created the impact that Mr B. Virdot's gift had on each family. Many people yearned for bread, coal, or other necessities, but many others received money from B. Virdot for more fanciful items-a toy horse, say, or a set of encyclopedias. As Gup's investigations revealed, all these things had the power to turn people's lives around- even to save them. But as he uncovered the suffering and triumphs of dozens of strangers, Gup also learned that Sam Stone was far more complex than the lovable- retiree persona he'd always shown his grandson. Gup unearths deeply buried details about Sam's life-from his impoverished, abusive upbringing to felonious efforts to hide his immigrant origins from U.S. officials-that help explain why he felt such a strong affinity to strangers in need. Drawing on his unique find and his award-winning reportorial gifts, Ted Gup solves a singular family mystery even while he pulls away the veil of eight decades that separate us from the hardships that united America during the Depression. In A Secret Gift, he weaves these revelations seamlessly into a tapestry of Depression-era America, which will fascinate and inspire in equal measure. Watch a Video
Author: Cynthia Kneen
Publisher: Da Capo Press
ISBN: 1569245517
Category : Religion
Languages : en
Pages : 241
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Author Kneen, who has conducted Shambhala Training workshops for more than 20 years, shows how to develop personal power through direct, genuine experience and how to cultivate natural bravery, authenticity, and gentleness. Directed especially to readers new to Shambhala Buddhism, she also teaches how to develop genuine dignity by connecting to the strength and wisdom of the world as it is.
Author: Christine Longaker
Publisher: Random House
ISBN: 1448108268
Category : Family & Relationships
Languages : en
Pages : 270
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Many books have been written on the subject of death and dying over the last twenty-five years, yet none provides a comprehensive spiritual paradigm combined with practical guidance for resounding effectively and compassionately to be most common difficulties and challenges of the dying. Christine's Longaker's uncompromising and uplifting book does it all, and is based on her own personal experiences, her study and work with Sogyal Rinpoche and on the workshops she now holds all over Europe and the USA.
Author: Jo Witek
Publisher: Harry N. Abrams
ISBN: 9781419719233
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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From the author and illustrator of the bestselling In My Heart The life of a toddler can be full of frightening things: the dark, the neighbor's dog, and thunderstorms, just to name a few. As children get older, they begin to feel braver around these everyday events, but how do they build this newfound confidence? In this lyrical, insightful picture book, an older sister explains to her younger sister all the things she used to be afraid of, along with some tricks to help, whether it's a special blanket for bedtime or singing during a storm. Now, big sister assures little sister, the fears that once felt as big as a mountain feel as minuscule as a speck of dust. This playful portrait of fear and bravery empowers young readers to confront once-scary situations and, with charming illustrations and die-cuts throughout, is also beautifully packaged. The Growing Hearts series celebrates the milestones of a toddler's emotional development, from conquering fears and expressing feelings to welcoming a new sibling.
