Out of the Box: Sharing the gift you are with the world!

Out of the Box uses a spiritually-creative interpretation of the Wizard of Oz as the backdrop for discovering our ability to make a difference using the skills, talents and abilities we already possess. In addition to blazing the trail using his own experience as a guide, Pruitt offers Discovery Moments at the end of each chapter to help us connect the concepts he presents to our own spiritual course. While the book has an openly Christian theme, it is not necessary for the reader to ascribe to a particular religion or even profess a spiritual connection. Rather, Pruitt includes Biblical references as a guiding principle for actions the reader may seek to take. It was only after a friend pointed out that Pruitt's charge for us to 'share the gift we are with the world' echoed Bible verse 1Peter 4:10 that Pruitt realized the connection. It be came clear to him that if we are to find our way out of our own dismal Kansas and explore a new, exciting life it would only be possible with God's help.

Robert Leigh Pruitt, II is a motivational speaker and leadership consultant to many academic institutions, police agencies, religious organizations and author of several books including African American Males in School and Society, Understanding Male Power in Relationships and Bubble Monster and Other Science Fun. An informal educator of 21 years, he currently designs and conducts experiential leadership programs for youth and adults.