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  Overcoming Hate Through Dialogue...

  Özlem Cekic

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  Overcome Hatred with Coffee and ConversationÖzlem Cekic, creator of #dialoguecoffee, turned hate mail and threats from racists and religious extremists into productive, bridge-building conversations—and you can, too.When Özlem Cekic became the first Muslim MP in the Danish Parliament, her email inbox was inundated with hate mail and threats, and her gut reaction was to delete and ignore each abusive message. But eventually, she decided to take a risk. She started replying to each message and inviting the senders to meet and engage in dialogue over coffee. And with time, understanding, and patience, she began to make a difference, both in the lives of those who hated her before even meeting her, and in her own life.Discover the journey behind the Dialogue Coffee Ted Talk with over a million viewers. In Overcoming Hate Through Dialogue learn the answers to questions like:● Where do negative emotions like anger, frustration, and hatred come from?● Can conversations break down prejudices and create change and understanding?● What happens when we start looking for things we have in common instead of focusing only on our differences?

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  Geraldine Brooks: March

  PBS NewsHour

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  Author Geraldine Brooks has taken the mostly-absent father of the March family at the center the 19th century novel Little Women, and made him the central character of a new novel called March which has just been awarded the Pulitzer Prize for fiction. Jeffrey Brown speaks to Geraldine Brooks from Cambridge, Mass.

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  Unatoned - A Memoir

  Brent LaPorte

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  For readers of Alan Cumming’s Not My Father’s Son comes a heart-wrenching memoir that interrogates an abusive father and his dark legacy.
  		 
  Children who experience physical, mental, and emotional trauma at the hands of a parent often grow into adults who suffer from mental illness and find it difficult to build lasting, healthy relationships. Some find it impossible to integrate into society and are constantly searching for the love and approval that they never received as a child. The abuse impacts all aspects of the survivor’s life.
  		 
  In his new memoir, Brent LaPorte asks his dead father questions that will never be answered. Unatoned not only explores the dark nature of LaPorte’s father, but the darkness that has, at times, enveloped him, too. In confronting life choices that have hurt those around him, he asks: is it possible to break the cycle of a violent, alcoholic family history and live a life that is productive, loving and, above all, happy?
  		 
  In exploring the challenges of his youth, married life, and careers, LaPorte lays bare failings and triumphs, sharing pain and struggle to ultimately tell readers: none of us are alone. This is not a “self-help” book, rather the story of a man’s request for atonement for sins past.  His father’s — and his own.

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  Making Sense by Sam Harris - Key...

  American Classics

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  Delve into the crux of Sam Harris's "Making Sense" with this concise audiobook summary, designed for those seeking to absorb its key insights efficiently. This summary distills the book’s wide-ranging conversations on consciousness, morality, and humanity’s future into essential takeaways, omitting all superfluous details for a streamlined listening experience. It navigates complex topics such as the illusion of free will, the subtle influences shaping our actions, the nuanced presence of racism, and the existential risks of technological progress, presenting them in a manner that is both accessible and thought-provoking. 
  Perfect for both newcomers and those familiar with Harris's work, this audiobook reinforces central themes, aiding in the retention and application of his profound observations. It acts as a bridge, offering practical wisdom in a digestible format, and equips listeners with a deeper understanding of the challenges and questions facing contemporary society.  
  Through this summary, engage with Sam Harris's analytical insights and reflect on the complexities of our world, all within a brief and engaging narrative.

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  The Life of Prophet Hud (Eber)

  Jannah Firdaus Mediapro

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  Prophet Hud (Eber) was a prophet of ancient Arabia mentioned in The Holy Quran. The eleventh chapter of The Holy Quran, Hud, is named after him, though the narrative of Hud comprises only a small portion of the chapter. Prophet Hud (Pbuh) has sometimes been identified with Eber, an ancestor of the Israelites who is mentioned in the Old Testament.The people of 'Ad lived many years in the windswept hills of an area between Yemen and Oman. They were physically well built and renowned for their craftsmanship especially in the construction of tall buildings with lofty towers. They were outstanding among all the nations in power and wealth, which, unfortunately, made them arrogant and boastful. Their political power was held in the hand of unjust rulers, against whom no one dared to raise a voice.They were not ignorant of the existence of Allah SWT (God), nor did they refuse to worship Him. What they did refuse was to worship Allah SWT alone. They worshipped other gods, also, including idols. This is one sin Allah SWT (God) does not forgive. Allah SWT wanted to guide and discipline these people so He sent a prophet from among them. This prophet was Prophet Hud (Eber), a noble man who handled this task with great resoluteness and tolerance.

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  The Power of Two

  Susan Foster, Carl Brewer

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  One of the most compelling figures ever to lace on a pair of skates, Carl Brewer was a gifted skater and stickhandler, renowned for his ability to control the pace of a game and goad opponents into costly errors. His talents made him an NHL All-Star and one of the cornerstones of a Toronto Maple Leafs dynasty. But he was also a loner playing a team game, a free spirit in an era when players were expected not to make waves. Teammates and management alike wrote him off as an eccentric, an enigma. At what should have been the peak of his career, he abandoned the game, embarking on a lifelong search for meaning in his life. Along the way, he met Susan Foster, and together they would discover that purpose. The Power of Two tells the story of how Carl and Susan successfully battled the hockey establishment over the issue of player pensions. Together they uncovered fraud, corruption, and betrayal of trust, ultimately helping bring down the powerful Alan Eagleson. The Power of Two also provides intimate insights into Brewer, who was aptly remembered as a "magnificent, misunderstood fanatic", and his enduring bond with the life partner and ally whose tireless support he depended on.

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