1.29 My Favorite Recent Reads & Reflections On Author Diversity

A couple years ago, as I in one of the first few classes in my counseling program, I realized that most of the authors who I was reading looked a lot like me, and had similar life experiences. Reading their words was easy, affirming, and restful. And honestly, I believe that there's a time and a place for that comfort. But I was also missing out on SO many people's stories by exclusively learning from people who looked and lived like me. As I've broadened the diversity of authors I learn from, I've noticed I've increased my empathy for people from different backgrounds, and I've also learned that my perspective isn't the only perspective. I'm not always "right" and the vision, dreams, and individualist nature that comes naturally to me isn't the best or most healthy perspective for all.    In this episode, I hope I'll inspire you to pick up a book from an author who might offer you a different point of view.   https://www.hometeamcommunity.com/post/29-my-favorite-recent-reads-reflections-on-author-diversity