A chat with Carl Wilkens about genocide and forgiveness (part 1)

Carl Wilkins shares his experiences during the Rwandan genocide and the power of kindness and empathy in the face of unimaginable violence. We explore the impact of war on identity and the role of storytelling in shaping perspectives. We learn the power of being present during times of crisis and assuming the best, even with our enemies. Note: Find out more about the work of Carl Wilkens at World Outside My Shoes, or on Facebook or YouTube. Chapters 00:00 The Unimaginable Impact of Choices 02:54 Rwanda's Beauty and Resilience 04:15 Finding Allies in Unexpected Places 06:27 The Potential for Good in Everyone 08:08 Making Tough Decisions in Chaos 11:09 The Myth of Good and Bad 13:32 Believing in the Goodness of Others 15:15 Defining Identity by Actions 18:58 The Seedbed of Genocide 20:44 The Impact of War on Identity 23:33 The Downstairs Brain and Fear 26:21 The Power of Storytelling 28:12 Kindness as an Inoculative Factor 29:43 Being Present and Available 34:15 The Presence of Love 36:02 The Battle Between Good and Evil 38:37 The Influence of Love 40:06 The Power of Human Actions 43:37 Opportunity for Renewal and Restoration