Ok, get ready, cause this book is part of a big project. Not just pages and words. It’s also stories, videos, info, and feelings. You’re going to have to pay close attention.

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Three short animated videos were created alongside this book. They carry the same message, that strength is already inside us, but they express it in a different way. Through story. Through animation. Through surprise.

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Each of the three main parts of this book (called DISHES) lines up with one of the videos. They explore the same themes, just through different doors. Here’s how they connect:

• DISH 1: Looking at Inner Strength     Goes with Video 1: “Getting Surprised”
  ➤ A reminder that strength can be found in the most unexpected places and unlikely ways, so always be open to surprises.

• DISH 2: Close Strength     Goes with Video 2: “Hearing the Quiet”
  ➤ A reminder that strength shows up in small moments and ordinary choices. Strength is already here, inside us. Strength sits in quiet feelings, even when we don’t feel it.

• DISH 3: Strength In Connection     Goes with Video 3: “Finding Home”
  ➤ A reminder that strength helps us find what matters—where we belong, and who we are. Inner strength can be trusted and does not lead you astray.

 

You don’t have to watch the videos to understand the book. And you don’t have to read the book to get the videos. But together, they give you a fuller picture, like music and lyrics meant to go together.