Brave Souls
Experiencing the Audacious Power of Empathy

After reading this book, I now look at The Golden Rule much differently. The Golden Rule is quite universal, most of us have been encouraged and taught to live by it, and yet, is that the best way to live? What if you and the other party or group do not share the same values or societal norms? That......more

Bauman is not only a gifted story teller: she's a prophet. She argues that one of the key elements we're lacking in today's culture is empathy. Far too often, we assume we know and understand what others are thinking and feeling. The problem is, we don't. Not really. In Belinda's words, "We are subt......more

In a world of chaos and social crisis, Brave Souls by Belinda Bauman is a breath of fresh air and filled with spiritual truths. Throughout various stories, quotes from Christian and secular sources, Bauman effectively shows the world's desperate need for empathy. Bauman includes practical hands-on a......more

Brave Souls is a mountain we all need to climb, with lessons on listening and conversations on privilege and responsibility to be savored along the way. While Belinda seamlessly blends personal experience and expert voices, her education credentials shine as she creates a curriculum for empathy, pro......more