Carlos Whittaker and Amber discuss his new book, How to Human and how he practices being curious up close, walking with people, and being more of a human and less of an opinion.
Questions Discussed During How to Human:
You grew up a preacher’s kid, share a little bit of your early faith journey with us and the influence your parents have had and continue to have in your walk with Jesus.You’ve raised over 2 million dollars on Venmo alone for people in need. Take us back and share how it all began?Of all the people you have been able to help is there a moment or a story that was particularly impactful to your journey with Jesus that you can share and why?The subtitle of your new book is Three Ways to Share Life Beyond What Distracts, Divides, and Disconnects Us. What are the three ways and how do they helps us share life beyond what distracts, divides and disconnects us?When you’re in a tense situation how do you break the tension?Recently in your IG stories you said something that deeply resonated with people. You made it into an image, as almost a 2023 motto. I am going to say the phrases and I would like for you to share a little about what they look like in your day to day life of loving others.Being curious up close over judging from a distanceWalking with people over standing on issuesBeing more of a human and less of an opinionI asked a dear friend, “What would you ask Carlos if you sat down with him?” Her response, “I love the relationship he has with his children. I would like to know more about cultivating that type of relationship.” Any encouragement, advice or insight you would give regarding cultivating a close relationship with our kids?
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Resources Mentioned:
- Book: How to Human: Three Ways to Share Life Beyond What Distracts, Divides, and Disconnects Us by Carlos Whittaker
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