Portland Public Library

Everyday ubuntu, living better together, the African way, Mungi Ngomane

eng

Includes bibliographical references (pages 228-238)

illustrations

no index present

non fiction

Everyday ubuntu

bibliography

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Mungi Ngomane

living better together, the African way

"The definitive guide to the Southern African philosophy of ubuntu, or the idea 'I am only because you are,' with lessons on how to live harmoniously with all people from Mungi Ngomane, granddaughter of Nobel Peace Prize winner Archbishop Desmond Tutu"--, Provided by publisher[This book] is a Xhosa word originating from a South African philosophy that encapsulates all our aspirations about how to live life well, together. It is the belief in a universal human bond: I am only because you are. And it means that if you are able to see everyone as fully human, connected to you by their humanity, you will never be able to treat others as disposable or without worth. By embracing the philosophy of ubuntu and living it out in daily life it's possible to overcome division and be stronger together in a world where the wise build bridges, not walls. These 14 lessons from the Rainbow Nation are an essential toolkit to helping us all to live better, together. In stories that recognize our common humanity, our connectedness and interdependence, [this book] helps to make sense of the world and our place in it. Exploring ideas of kindness and forgiveness, tolerance and the power of listening, it shows how we can all benefit from embracing others. Including practical applications and mindful exercises, it is an inspirational guide to a more fulfilling life as part of the large family to which we all belong

Foreword by Archbishop Desmond Tutu -- Introduction: I am only because you are -- Lesson 1: See yourself in other people -- Lesson 2: Strength lies in unity -- Lesson 3: Put yourself in the shoes of others -- Lesson 4: Choose to see the wider perspective -- Lesson 5: Have dignity and respect for yourself and others -- Lesson 6: Believe in the good of everyone -- Lesson 7: Choose hope over optimism -- Lesson 8: Seek out ways to connect -- Lesson 9: The power of the f-word -- forgiveness -- Lesson 10: Embrace our diversity -- Lesson 11: Acknowledge reality (however painful) -- Lesson 12: Find the humor in our humanity -- Lesson 13: Why little things make a big difference -- Lesson 14: Learn to listen so that you can hear -- Epilogue: Bringing Ubuntu into your life: 14 lessons from the Rainbow Nation