Description
Venture into the joyfully imperfect world all around you, bursting with light and hope so often missing in our relentless modern lives.
In The Joy Exchange, groundbreaking nonprofit leader Laura Whitaker offers an inspiring and entertaining invitation to discover for yourself the revolutionary rewards of entering into the lives of those with diverse abilities and experiences. Whitaker illuminates the path to experiencing profound joy by embracing our differences and finding a refreshing freedom to be who we are together.
The book weaves together powerful real-life stories with eye-opening neuroscience and sociology to empower you to walk into worlds of those whose experiences you might not understand, but whose spirit and outlook can change your life. Through a colorful tapestry of stories, including the author’s own journey, and the transformative lessons within them, you’ll gain actionable tools that will compel you to embrace a more joy-filled life of connection and belonging. You’ll also find:
- Inspiration to help you express your innate compassion
- New ways to understand the realities of people living with disabilities
- Empowerment for the next generation of social leaders ready to take belonging to the next level
- Strategies for making social spaces more universally accessible
Perfect for anyone seeking a greater sense of purpose and joy in every human interaction, The Joy Exchange is a must-read for everyone interested in making the world a more fulfilling place.
Table of Contents
Foreword xv
Section One: Awkward to Aha 1
0 The Dandelions 3
1 The Burst
What Happens When We Exchange Awkward for Awe? 11
2 The Extra Seat
What Happens When We Exchange Avoidance for Action? 19
3 The Chance
What Happens When We Exchange Self-Promotion for Service? 27
4 Sticky Note Soup
What Happens When We Exchange Inadequacy for Initiative? 33
5 The Blind Date
What Happens When We Exchange Hubris for Humility? 41
6 The Hulk
What Happens When We Exchange Empathy for Compassion? 49
7 The Flip Turn
What Happens When We Exchange Comfort for Connection? 57
Section Two: From Invisible to Invaluable 63
8 The Hope Cup
What Happens When We Exchange Hard for Hope? 65
9 The Stage
What Happens When We Exchange Power for Perspective? 77
10 The Brags
What Happens When We Exchange Inability for Ability? 87
11 The Jump
What Happens When We Exchange Cowardice for Courage? 97
12 The Pink Hard Hat
What Happens When We Exchange Invisible for Invaluable? 107
Section Three: From Them to Us 119
13 The Welcome
What Happens When We Exchange Hesitation for Hospitality? 121
14 The Blend
What Happens When We Exchange a Problem for a Purpose? 133
15 The Hug
What Happens When We Exchange a Culture for Connection? 143
16 The Spread
What Happens When We Exchange Moments for Movements? 155
17 The Miracle
What Happens When We Exchange Silos for Shared Spaces? 167
18 The Top Bunk
What Happens When We Exchange Walls for Ramps? 179
19 Enjoy
What Happens When We Exchange Small Things for Big Love? 189
Epilogue: Welcome to Holland 197
The Invitation 199
Notes 201
Acknowledgments 205
About the Author 207
Index 209
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