The Power of Love: The day my soul was set free Hardcover – April 5, 2017

The Power of Love: The Day My Soul Was Set Free is a heart-centered reflection on a simple truth: love is love—and it is not our place to judge anyone for who they love. Written in 2013, this collection was inspired by life’s uncanny experiences—those seasons of learning love through real moments before you truly understand what love is. **Each poem is motivational and tells a story of love through the eyes of experience—both good and bad—**offering honesty, hope, and emotional growth in every chapter.Rev. LaTrice M. Hughes explores love as more than romance or physical connection. She reminds readers that the human soul is powerful, and that even when a person does not have a physical partner, a meaningful emotional or mental connection can nourish the spirit in ways the flesh cannot. Through a soulful, uplifting lens, this book introduces the many dimensions of love and how they show up in everyday life. You’ll discover how love can be expressed as compassion for humanity, romantic connection, family devotion, friendship and community belonging, playful joy, enduring commitment, and—most importantly—self-love.Inside, you’ll explore: Agape (love for humanity and service), Eros (romantic/sexual love), Storge (family love), Philia (friendship and community), Ludus (playful love), Pragma (enduring love), and Philautia (self-love and kindness to self).Ultimately, The Power of Love is an invitation to love more openly, live more gently, and honor the kind of love that helps your soul feel free—without shame, without fear, and without judgment. Read more