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The Way of Befriending
- Author
- Parfait Bassalé
- Narrator
- Parfait Bassalé
- Publisher
- ChristianAudio.com
- Publish Date
- 22 June 2026
- Run Time
- 7 hours 44 minutes
- Format
- Audiobook
What to expect
Build Bridges Through Courage, Curiosity, and Compassion
In a world fractured by division and isolation, The Way of Befriending offers a transformative vision of connection. Parfait Bassalé, a belonging strategist, singer-songwriter, and storyteller, shows how we can dismantle barriers of race, religion, and identity, healing relationships and communities by befriending others through courage to confront fears and biases; curiosity to initiate, ask, listen, and learn; and compassion to care deeply and walk alongside others.
Blending deeply personal stories, practical tools, and original songs, Bassalé redefines friendship as a countercultural antidote to "othering" and a pathway to liberation. His unique approach interweaves reflective inquiry with original music, creating an immersive guide for fostering authentic relationships that heal and inspire.
In The Way of Befriending, you'll find:
- Personal storytelling, reflections, and practical insights that cast a new vision for empathy.
- Reflective prompts and practical tools for befriending in teams, organizations, and faith communities.
- A multimedia experience including original music and lyrics by the author.
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Details
- Author
- Parfait Bassalé
- Narrator
- Parfait Bassalé
- Duration
- 7 hours 44 minutes
- Release Date
- 22 June 2026
- ISBN
- 9781545933121
- Format
- Audiobook
- Publisher
- ChristianAudio.com
- Genre
- Relationships: friends / peer groups
Synopsis
Build Bridges Through Courage, Curiosity, and CompassionIn a world fractured by division and isolation, The Way of Befriending offers a transformative vision of connection. Parfait Bassalé, a belonging strategist, singer-songwriter, and storyteller, shows how we can dismantle barriers of race, religion, and identity, healing relationships and communities by befriending others through courage to confront fears and biases; curiosity to initiate, ask, listen, and learn; and compassion to care deeply and walk alongside others.Blending deeply personal stories, practical tools, and original songs, Bassalé redefines friendship as a countercultural antidote to "othering" and a pathway to liberation. His unique approach interweaves reflective inquiry with original music, creating an immersive guide for fostering authentic relationships that heal and inspire.In The Way of Befriending, you'll find:Personal storytelling, reflections, and practical insights that cast a new vision for empathy.Reflective prompts and practical tools for befriending in teams, organizations, and faith communities.A multimedia experience including original music and lyrics by the author.
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