This was a very interesting and useful book and I am grateful to have received it in order to share my view on it.

It presents a therapeutic way of looking and sitting with a situation, and it describes the whole process of doing it and various aspects about it.

Whether you have been exposed to therapy or you are not familiar with any kind, this book offers an interesting practice that is harbored in presence and empathy, so it's a tender, caring practice.

There are two things that I really appreciate about this book: first is the very large palette of situations that this practice can be applied to. There are so many situations, so diverse, all explained in depth and solved with this.

The second thing I liked a lot was the level of vulnerability the authors offer, and in doing so provide many of the examples. The authors are simply living this practice which makes it so much more valuable and authentic. And so impactful, the examples feature small, mundane things, but also deep, big things like addictions or truly, ways of seeing life that may be not beneficial.

Overall, I feel this book is a gift, this practice is a very useful tool that I started practicing. And I myself will gift this book to my dear ones because I find it truly valuable.

I was initially drawn to Untangling because of its praise from Tara Brach, known for her work in the self-acceptance project. With a focus on compassion and acceptance, the book provides practical steps to untangle emotional challenges, which I found refreshing. The metaphors the authors used resonate well, offering gentle yet clear guidance for self-reflection and healing.

However, despite these strengths, there are a few shortcomings. While the book promises compassion, it falls short when it comes to addressing more pressing issues—like when the very people responsible for one's emotional “tangles” continue to cause harm. The absence of research to substantiate the theories also left me wanting more, particularly in terms of psychological grounding.

There’s also a certain static quality to the writing that, at times, made it hard to engage fully. Still, the book shines in its approach to resolving cognitive dissonance. If you're looking for concrete steps toward self-compassion, this book has value, but it may leave you searching for deeper support when faced with unresolved external conflicts.

Untangling®, a practice that can enable what is hopelessly stuck to untangle itself, was created by two internationally recognized innovators and teachers in the field of inner awareness. They developed the Untangling method to free themselves from their long-term struggles with depression, writer's block, food, and alcohol. Based on 30 years of teaching, practice, and exploration, Untangling shows you how to create the environment in which impasse can transform into flow.

Untangling : How You Can Transform What’s Impossibly Stuck. I think the premise behind this book is excellent, and the authors are very passionate and knowledgeable on the subject. However I felt a bit swamped by the book and felt I had to wade through too much information to find the nuggets of help and advice. I would love to read a summarised version that just got to the point and the practicalities of untangling. Thank you and good luck with it.