The Joy of Connections
100 Ways to Beat Loneliness and Live a Happier and More Meaningful Life
by Dr. Ruth K. Westheimer
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Pub Date Sep 03 2024 | Archive Date Oct 21 2024
Rodale Inc. | Rodale Books
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Description
“Dr. Ruth’s strategies are essential for building the kinds of bonds that will reduce loneliness and transform lives.”—Gretchen Rubin, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Happiness Project
When Surgeon General Vivek Murthy sounded the alarm that loneliness “represents an urgent public health concern”—exacerbated by social media overuse, the residual effects of the pandemic, and the lack of meaningful relationships—trusted therapist Dr. Ruth K. Westheimer knew that her unique perspective and expertise could help. Long beloved for breaking stigmas around sexual problems, Dr. Ruth made it her mission to help individuals break free from the bonds of hopelessness and isolation.
We are social animals. We have a shared desire to connect and create lasting relationships with the people around us. But the heaviness of loneliness can make this feel impossible. Dr. Ruth, with Emmy Award–winning journalist Allison Gilbert and longtime collaborator Pierre Lehu, tackles the subject with compassion and her trademark no-nonsense approach. She provides practical and creative strategies for finding friends, community, and intimacy. And it’s anchored by Dr. Ruth’s own story, from the horrific loneliness of losing her family in the Holocaust to living in an orphanage to rebuilding her life in America and eventually becoming a world-renowned sex therapist.
With 100 concrete and innovative opportunities that can be put to use immediately, The Joy of Connections isn’t only an action-oriented guidebook on overcoming loneliness from one of the most well-respected therapists of our time; it’s also the vital kick in the pants we all need in order to start seeking—and finding—deep and lasting human connections.
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9780593736227 |
| PRICE | $24.99 (USD) |
| PAGES | 176 |
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Featured Reviews
Kelsey V, Reviewer
This book was absolutely beautiful. The message behind the book was so wonderful. I highly suggest this book. I really just grabbed hold to it from the start and couldn't end, because it was just so full of great concepts.
Holly G, Reviewer
Considering the recent passing of the legendary Dr. Ruth I am deeply honored I got to read an advanced copy of this book. That being said, I also thoroughly enjoyed the book. You can practically hear Dr. Ruth's voice when you read this book. Her suggestions for working with loneliness are direct, compassionate and accessible in almost every case. Dr. Ruth is able to sprinkle in her own stories without ever taking the book over with her anecdotes. As a therapist, there are a lot of aspects of this book I feel comfortable recommending, and would gladly recommend this book to colleagues and clients. Dr Ruth is able to communicate practical solutions to a deeply complicated topic , loneliness.
Reviewer 495598
This is a plesant and helpful short read split into categories from friends to family to online connections. I personally didn't take away much from this book, but it is a nice, easy read and I can see it being more helpful to a younger adult who is just starting to learn these things.
Media/Journalist 16509
Dr. Ruth was such a treasure and this little book that she wrote at the end of her life is a treasure too. There’s quite a bit of memoir in here but also lots of good life advice, especially about how to make meaningful connections at any age.
I read a digital copy of this book for review.
Michelle O, Librarian
Dr. Ruth is an icon! I am so glad so is still sharing her wisdom gained from experience. As Ambassador to Loneliness she is filling a void that has been created by “modern” societal norms. The rise in screen time and isolation of individuals has created a wall around people. Seeing the edited lives of others on social media you begin comparing the seemingly perfection of their lives to yours. This creates a vacuum of anxiety and a maelstrom of stress.
Dr. Ruth has written a book that provides a path out of the labyrinth. This book should be distributed and studied in high school health classes and given to every college student. Anyone have issues of loneliness or separation will benefit from reading The Joy of Connections.
Educator 650788
Well expressed strategies for working with the various levels of relationships in our lives and expands Dr. Ruth’s expertise beyond intimate relationship advice to all aspects of connection. As always, good sound approaches., especially in the area of defining and building strong family bonds.
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