Chris Saade

Through its inspiring words and art, Rebellion of the Heart will encourage you to claim more of your freedom and unleash the depth of your authenticity. There is a Universe within us Our unique self-i.e. our heart, mind, personality, idiosyncrasies, and body-is a marvelous evolutionary gift. This book will encourage you to claim even more of your authenticity and delve into it, yet also remember that it is by boldly loving others that we discover our own depth. It is by pouring our heart passionately into those in our lives and the ones seeking freedom and justice, that we come to know the horizons of our own freedom. Authenticity, passionate love, and social solidarity are indivisible This magnificent book from one of our most lucid and passionate thinkers and seekers will inspire all who long for and want to build a more authentic and just world. Andrew Harvey, Founder-Director of the Institute for Sacred Activism, Author of over 30 books including Radical Passion, The Hope, and Son of ManAn extraordinary and moving book on excavating, understanding, and embracing your heart as a wondrous cavern of invaluable wealth. Savor this illustrious collection of wisdom... Susan Frybort, Author of Open Passages, Doors and Windows to the Soul, and Hope is a TravelerAs a primary care doctor, I believe with all my heart that Chris Saade's wisdom (if internalized and integrated) IS the real path to health and healing both the mind and the body. Mark Kalina, MD, Holistic Integrative Internal MedicineSpoken through authentically inspirational guidance and vibrant images, Saade and Nunn touch the heart of each individual who opens this book. I hope that my own soul-journey will follow the path that Saade and Nunn so brilliantly convey. Zo Macomber, teen, activist, and co-founder of JusticeSeeders.comThe combination of thought provoking words and captivating illustrations makes this book a winner for those wanting to "dig deeper" into what makes us all human. Saralyn Ortiz, Actress, DirectorChris Saade is one of my favorite authors; he speaks from his heart and always touches my heart and soul. I highly recommend this book to all leaders and humans that care about creating a sustainable world for those they love. Stephane Leblanc, Founder and CEO of the International Centre for Conscious LeadershipThe power of Chris Saade's latest book is that it speaks to multiple generations. I can easily see an elder and a young person reading it together, relishing the beautiful artwork of Katie Nunn. It's a gift for this moment in time. Lyndall Hare, Ph. D Gerontologist(See the full text of all these acclaims, and more, inside )

In his work as a spiritual teacher interacting with seekers and activists from around the world, Chris Saade has witnessed a remarkable recent phenomenon: a new wave of spirituality that is socially and globally engaged in the pursuit of justice, earth care, and solidarity. Saade calls this movement "second wave spirituality," and in this book he maps out the cutting-edge ideas that are fueling this new wave of engaged spirituality. He challenges us to rise to our spiritual task and join the millions of all faiths who are awakening to the suffering and social struggles of all living beings. According to Saade, new wave spirituality holds a vision of the intrinsic values of love: justice, global peace, solidarity, inclusion, democratic freedom, compassion, and reconciliation. Saade explores current trends of thought that are shaking the foundations of our belief systems and propelling us toward an evolutionary leap. We are in the midst of a spiritual renaissance, Saade asserts, a universal reawakening that will steer us away from the abysmal global dangers we are facing. The book also includes a collection of quotations as a resource for those working for peace, justice, and inclusion. By dividing the selections into theme-specific chapters, Saade helps us easily access the wisdom and companionship of other souls committed to our diversity, our oneness, and our pursuit of justice. ContentsForeword by Andrew HarveyIntroduction1. The Emergence of Second Wave Spirituality2. A Brief Historical Overview of "First Wave" Spirituality3. Crossing the Threshold4. The Flowering of the Feminine in Theological and Spiritual Thinking5. The Great Convergence of Spiritual Development and Action for Peace and Justice6. The Six Crucial Ideas that Converged and Generated the Global Awakening of Second Wave Spirituality7. Fourteen Additional Characteristics Essential to Second Wave Spirituality8. A Response to the Escalating Global Crisis: Love in Action9. Implications of Second Wave Spirituality for the Individual10. Practical Suggestions for Spiritual Activism11. Summary and A Blessing for the Reader12. Engaged Spirituality and Sacred Activism: Writings and Quotes