Thirst
Thirst
Scott Harrison
Arianna Huffington
A hope-filled book about finding your purpose in life and pursuing it against all odds. - Arianna Huffington
Seth Godin
The autobiography of charity: water. - Seth Godin
Brené Brown
About what matters most. Love. - Brené Brown
Michael Bloomberg
If you’ve ever dreamed of changing careers or changing the world, read this book. - Michael Bloomberg
Adam Grant
Does for the soul what water does for a parched throat. - Adam Grant
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Thirst

Thirst: A Story of Redemption, Compassion, and a Mission to Bring Clean Water to the World

Scott Harrison
By
Scott Harrison
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In the heart of "Thirst," Scott Harrison unfolds a gripping narrative of transformation and hope that challenges the very foundation of what it means to lead a meaningful life. Once a high-flying nightclub promoter in New York City, Harrison's existence was a whirlwind of excess, trapped in a cycle of drugs, alcohol, and superficiality. Disillusioned and questioning the depth of his life's purpose, he embarked on a journey that would redefine his understanding of success and fulfillment. Trading the glitz of nightclubs for the grit of a hospital ship in West Africa, Harrison discovered his true calling. This is not just a story of personal redemption, but a testament to the power of radical change and the indomitable human spirit. "Thirst" is also the origin story of charity: water, a nonprofit organization that emerged from Harrison's epiphany that he could make a real difference in the world. Starting with nothing but a deep desire to address the global water crisis, he navigated the hurdles of creating a charity that stands out for its commitment to transparency, innovative funding models, and a mission to ensure everyone on the planet has access to clean water. Through riveting anecdotes and insights into the challenges of building a nonprofit from the ground up, Harrison offers a blueprint for making an impact. More than just a memoir, "Thirst" is a call to action, inspiring readers to believe that transformation is possible and that each of us holds the power to effect real change.

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Released
2018
2 Oct
Length
336
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If you’ve ever dreamed of changing careers or changing the world, read this book. - Michael Bloomberg
Does for the soul what water does for a parched throat. - Adam Grant
A hope-filled book about finding your purpose in life and pursuing it against all odds. - Arianna Huffington
About what matters most. Love. - Brené Brown
The autobiography of charity: water. - Seth Godin
Imagine you’re standing on an island, looking at water on all sides. You think that this little piece of real estate, which represents your capacity for love, is all there is. Then you have your first child, and a bubbling happens off in the distance and a giant new island appears. You realize that the new island was part of your heart all along, just submerged. And then you think you could never love another child like this one, but you look off to the left, and a brand-new island appears: your second child. And your heart expands even more. You’re not borrowing from or shutting down other parts to feel more love. It’s an additive process, like reclaiming land from the sea.
— Scott Harrison, Thirst

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