'Lizzie has been able to embody the power of hope and compassion in everything she does. Stories like hers keep me inspired every day.' Michelle Obama

'Lizzie is making our culture a kinder one by encouraging people to undermine hate through self-acceptance and everyday acts of empathy. Her heart and humour shine through on every page!' -Lilly Singh, entertainer, comedian and author of How to Be a Bawse


Celebrated motivational speaker and YouTube sensation Lizzie Velasquez shows us how we can learn to accept all parts of ourselves and others to create a culture of kindness and a more compassionate world.

Born with a rare genetic condition, Lizzie Velasquez always knew she was different, but it wasn't until she was much older that she understood what that meant to others. At seventeen she came across a viral video entitled 'World's Ugliest Woman'- only to discover that it featured her. In response, she decided to stand up on behalf of victims everywhere and created one of YouTube's most popular motivational channels and a TEDx talk that has drawn tens of millions of viewers.

In this daring, inspiring book, Lizzie reveals the hidden forces that give rise to self-doubt, shame and cruelty, and empowers us to redirect them to unlock empathy and kindness for ourselves and others. Through her own battles with anxiety and coping with disappointment, she demonstrates how we can overcome obstacles and move forward with greater positivity.

Dare to Be Kind presents the path to acceptance, love and tolerance, and offers a blueprint for how to lead a resilient life and, ultimately, forge a radically compassionate world.

About the Author
Lizzie Velasquez is an internationally renowned motivational speaker, YouTube personality and anti-bullying activist. She has been featured on The View, the Today show, Forbes, Time, Huffington Post, People, and Allure, among many other national and international media platforms. The critically acclaimed documentary A Brave Heart: The Lizzie Velasquez Story was based on her life.

Reviews
[A] heartfelt and powerful treatise about the importance of being kind, gleaned from first-hand experience. * Publisher's Weekly *
Lizzie Velasquez is making our culture a kinder one by encouraging people to undermine hate through self-acceptance and everyday acts of empathy. Her heart and humor shine through on every page! -- Lilly Singh, entertainer, comedian and author of How to Be a Bawse: A Guide to Conquering Life
Lizzie Velasquez's courage and compassion shine through as she shares her inspirational journey. No matter what challenges you face in life, Dare to Be Kind can help you find the strength to overcome them. -- Amy Morin, author of 13 Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do
[Dare to Be Kind] should be mandatory reading for everyone. It's powerful, inspirational, and will leave you with hope that there is good in this world; Lizzie is leading that movement with her words and passion. -- Justine Ezarik, author of The New York Times bestseller I, Justine: An Analog Memoir



Book Information
ISBN 9780349413600
Author Lizzie Velasquez
Format Paperback
Page Count 208
Imprint Piatkus Books
Publisher Little, Brown Book Group
Weight(grams) 188g
Dimensions(mm) 196mm * 126mm * 26mm