What drives some people to take on circumstances they wouldn’t choose for themselves to help those in need, speak for those who don’t have a voice, or follow integrity toward the righteous path? Where does the spark of courage come from? To illuminate what gives us inner grit, grace, and the power of courage, Positive Psychology Podcast Host Lisa Cypers Kamen speaks with the bishop and spiritual leader of the Episcopal Diocese of Washington, D.C., Mariann Edgar Budde. Bishop Mariann reflects on the inspiration behind the writing of her book, How We Learn to Be Brave: Decisive Moments in Life and Faith, and shares words of encouragement for those who remain sturdy and resilient when faced with circumstances beyond their control.

Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde — Power Tools of Courage:

• Bishop Mariann shares the inspiration behind her book, How We Learn to Be Brave: Decisive Moments in Life and Faith.  [1:57]
• Bishop Mariann theorizes about the inner drive that sparks us into making a decision. [4:08]
• Words of encouragement from Bishop Mariann for when we arrive at life’s turning points. [17:57]
• Bishop Mariann describes the miracle and genius of our ability to rise from the ashes of circumstance with courage [22:50] 

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About Lisa’s guest:

Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde is the bishop and spiritual leader of the Episcopal Diocese of Washington, D.C., and the Washington National Cathedral. Before her election in 2011, she was a parish priest in Minneapolis for eighteen years. She has appeared on PBS NewsHour, Meet the Press, Good Morning America, and The Today Show, among others. Bishop Budde earned her master’s in divinity and doctor of ministry from Virginia Theological Seminary.

“The needle of our inner compass gets a little spark when it is time to make a choice." - Lisa Cypers Kamen

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