American Awakening, John Kingston
American Awakening, John Kingston
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American Awakening
Eight Principles to Restore the Soul of America

Author: John Kingston, David Brooks and Anne Snyder

Narrator: John Kingston

Unabridged: 6 hr 21 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Zondervan

Published: 07/28/2020


Synopsis

A healthy and united America--perhaps a country more united than it has ever been--is truly possible, and it starts with us. John Kingston draws on wisdom from history, science, faith, and culture, along with his own experiences, to offer eight principles for discovering purpose, meaning, and true community. We live in the greatest peace and prosperity that the world has ever known, but Americans are feeling more division, isolation, depression, and despair than ever before. These are issues of the soul. We seem unable to find purpose and meaning. We can't find "the life that is truly life"--a vibrant and purpose-filled way of living best experienced together.From his youth, Kingston has always carried a vision for a free and united America. With an approachable and conversational style, as well as a dash of humor, Kingston draws on a diverse and compelling collection of wisdom--the parables of the Bible and the philosophy of Aristotle, the legacy of Nelson Mandela and the speeches of Abraham Lincoln, the songs of Bruce Springsteen and current studies from the best neuro and social scientists today--to remind us that there is no "them," there is only us, and we're in this together.In American Awakening, Kingston offers eight timeless principles for breaking through this darkness and despair and cultivating a radical togetherness, both here in this country and around the globe. You'll discover the profound impact of:In-person connectionMaking more from lessDiscovering purposeRedeeming adversityResponding instead of reactingFinding your unique sense of belongingWherever you find yourself politically or spiritually, a healthy and united America starts with you. Join the Awakening movement and let's rediscover who we are--together.

About John Kingston

John Kingston, a lawyer by training and businessman by experience, is a social entrepreneur who has chosen to invest his fortune, inspired by his faith, in Awakening America (again) to the values that made her a nation unrivaled in human history. Kingston shot to the attention of the nation in the 2016 and 2018 political cycles with innovative and inclusive campaigns, positioned against the extremes of American politics. Kingston has been active in national arts, culture, and political movements for two decades.  


Reviews

Goodreads review by Josh on September 14, 2020

It has existed since long before 2016, though that’s when it began to come into full focus for most people. The great American experiment seemed to have lost its way, lost its soul. Not just in the spiritual sense—though that, too—but in the moral sense. We find ourselves divided. By race. Religion.......more

Goodreads review by Victoria on November 03, 2020

Very current and well written! This quote summarizes it well! "We can't merely forget our past and throw away our broken pieces in some remote forest. Things have happened to each one of us. The broken parts of our lives can become the most beautiful aspects of who we are if we are willing to pick u......more

Goodreads review by Patrick on May 21, 2024

John's story is a fascinating example of one who's lived the truth he speaks on the page. His vulnerability, alongside deep conviction and highly practical advise, make this an easy read and "of course" for the reader hoping to discern how to repair what's been broken in our nation.......more

Goodreads review by Matt on November 10, 2020

Insightful and heartwarming Amazingly touching and insightful , full of penetrating insights about the human condition. It doesn’t so much chart a path forward for our fractured nation but rather provide the spirit to tread the path.......more