Chasing We-ness: Cultivating Empathy and Leadership in a Polarized World
About this ebook
This book explores why, how, and with what effect we build we-ness into our lives in both healthy and destructive ways. William Marsiglio draws on his expertise as a leading sociologist to explore the motivational forces that inspire a sense of group belonging in intimate groups, civic organizations, thought communities, sports and leisure activities, and work. Promoting initiatives that cultivate mindfulness, empathy, altruism, and leadership, Chasing We-ness proposes essential life skills to empower us, reduce social divisions, strengthen the social fabric, and uplift our spirits as global citizens.
About the author
William Marsiglio is a professor of sociology at the University of Florida. He is a leading scholar in the fields of family and fatherhood and a fellow at the National Council on Family Relations. Much of his qualitative research and writing explores how men, as fathers and youth workers, relate to children and promote health and fitness. He is the author or co-author of 12 books including Dads, Kids & Fitness: A Father’s Guide to Family Health, Nurturing Dads: Social Initiatives for Contemporary Fatherhood, and Men on a Mission: Valuing Youth Work in Our Communities.
