Personal growth and planetary transformation are inextricably linked, two sides of the same coin. The way we treat others and the way we treat our planet, are reflections of the way we treat ourselves. When we are filled with fear and criticism, the world is a scary, unforgiving place. When we are filled with love and compassion, the world is an abundant, playful place.
One of the big questions is, how do we translate ideas and talk into practical action that connects rather than divides? How can we be authentically devoted to our own values and yet listen empathically amid discomfort?
Sobering, playful, inspiring, Radical Authenticity contains a series of short essays, filled with insights that illustrate how compassion and authenticity used in everyday life promote both personal growth and social transformation.
Healing divisiveness and conflict is not for the squeamish. It asks us to look deeply into ourselves, into what we hold dear, and then to set aside blame and criticism, considering the deep values at the heart of both our own inner turmoil and the motivations of those with whom we disagree.
Radical Authenticity provides a recipe for peace, freedom, and meaning. It invites us to step into a loving, compassionate, and abundant world.
Tabella dei contenuti
Note To The Reader
Unexpected Treasure
Foreword
Introduction
Part 1: Trust
A Crossroads
Truth
Picking Apples
Just Right
Fear In The Park
Fear In The Basement
Constantly Bombarded
Put Your Heart Into It
Woodstock
Sacred Duty
Nothing Artificial
Giving And Receiving
Which One Wins
Who Is Listening
Part 2: Authenticity
Which Face
Do You Have The Courage
Sticks And Stones
All Voices
The Nitty-Gritty
We Welcome All
Men Also Must Speak Up
Dinner
Wanna Play
A Cub Scout Parade
Perceptual Bubbles
Violence And Antibodies
Self-Criticism
Anxiety About Anxiety
Part 3: Empathy
Turning Away
Keep the Music Playing
A Thousand Miles
Support
Atlas
I Hurt Therefore I Am
The Golden Rule
Born To Care
Unconscious By Design
Paying Attention
Good Grief
My Sister
Still Friends
Spiritual Boot Camp
A Note About Observations, Feelings, Needs, and Requests
Authenticity Meditation
About The Author
Circa l’autore
Poet, writer, and life coach, David Steele has studied and taught a wide variety of interpersonal communication skills over the last 30 years. Co-founder of the Rocky Mountain Compassionate Communication Network, David aspires to freedom, both personal and communal, and has an unwavering devotion to the well-being of the planet.
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