{"title":"john a. powell","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ejohn a. powell\u003c\/strong\u003e explores the intricate dynamics of social justice, identity, and inclusion within contemporary society. His works offer profound insights into the structures that shape political and cultural landscapes, encouraging readers to rethink the potential for connection and equity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThrough a compelling blend of analysis and reflection, \u003cem\u003ejohn a. powell\u003c\/em\u003e invites a deeper understanding of the forces that divide and the possibilities for bridging differences. His writing resonates with those seeking to engage thoughtfully with pressing issues in politics and current affairs.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-power-of-bridging-by-john-a-powell-9781649631657","title":"The Power of Bridging","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Power of Bridging\u003c\/em\u003e by john a. powell is a bold guide for connecting across difference—even those that seem impossible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"Wise and visionary, powell helps us find the courage to forge connections with others, the earth, and ourselves in order to transform the world from the inside out.\" - Valarie Kaur, bestselling author of \u003cem\u003eSee No Stranger\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eSage Warrior\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe don't want to live in a society in turmoil. In fact, 93 percent of people in the US want to reduce divisiveness, and 86 percent believe it's possible to disagree in a healthy way. Yet with increasing political and social fragmentation, many of us don't know how to move past our differences. Civil rights scholar john a. powell presents an actionable path through \"bridging\" that helps us communicate, coexist, and imagine a new story for our shared future where we all belong.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith inimitable warmth and vision, powell offers a framework for building cohesion and solidarity between disparate beliefs and backgrounds. Bridging is more than a discrete list of actions to follow—it's a mindset we can develop to help us foster belonging and connection. Key elements of the bridging mindset include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUnderstanding how deeply \"othering\" shapes our world, priming us to see difference of any kind—race, gender, political orientation, etcetera—as a threat\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIdentifying where \"breaking\" happens, when people are excluded or treated differently for being perceived as other\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEmbracing \"belonging\" as one of our core human needs—we all want to feel seen, valued, and appreciated just as we are\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCommitting ourselves to treat all people like they belong\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAllowing ourselves grace when we inevitably fall short—and resolving to try again\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThroughout the book, powell shares personal reflections as well as practices to help you begin bridging wherever you are—in your community, friendships, family, workplace—even with those whom you might never have imagined you could find common ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"Bridging is a salve for our fractured world,\" powell says. \"We can overcome the illusion of separateness by honoring our differences, transcending the notion that difference divides us, and instead co-create a world where everyone belongs.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Macmillan Publishers New Zealand Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48244663484652,"sku":"9781649631657","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781649631657-the-power-of-bridging-1.jpg?v=1788008208"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/john-a-powell.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}