LDS writer explores empathy as transformative force in new book excerpt
August 14, 2026 at 9:07 AM MT · via The Salt Lake Tribune · Summarized by Mormon News from original reporting

The Salt Lake Tribune published an exclusive excerpt from Natalie Brown's new book "After Happiness: Living with Faith in a Time of Crisis," exploring how empathy and mourning with others can transform individuals and society. Brown, a Tribune guest columnist, examines why Latter-day Saints—and everyone—should practice empathy as a core principle. The book addresses living with faith during difficult times, positioning compassionate engagement with others' suffering as central to both personal growth and broader social healing.
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