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Schopenhauer'S Porcupines
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Are Human Beings Destined To Find Perfect Complements In Love, Or Are We More Like The Fabled Porcupinesforever Jostling For A Place Between Painful Entanglement And Loveless Isolation? This Is The Question At The Heart Of This Stunning New Book. People Seek Therapy Only When Things Have Gone Terribly Wrong In Their Lives, Observes Deborah Luepnitz, One Of The Field'S Most Gifted Psychotherapists And A Writer Of Uncommon Talent. They Arrive In The Grip Of A Death Wish Or Some Unspeakable Obsession, But What Is At Stake Always Turns Out To Be Intimacythe Endless Dilemmas Of Loyalty And Desire. Schopenhauer'S Porcupines Recounts Five Stories From Luepnitz'S Practice, With Patients Who Range From The Superrich To The Homelessas They Grapple With Panic Attacks, Psychosomatic Illness, Marital Despair, And Sexual Recklessness. We Watch Their Therapy Unfold Weektoweek, From The First Phone Call To The Final Sessions, As These Men And Women Learn, In The Words Of One Poet, To Make Room In Love For Hate.Written With Wry Humor And Deep Compassion, Schopenhauer'S Porcupines Goes Further Than Any Other Book In Unveiling The Secrets Of How Talking Helps. Its Wisdom And Intelligence Will Appeal To Readers Everywhere Who Are Reaching For Psychological Renewal And Want To Go Beyond Quickfix Cures.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of Schopenhauer's Porcupines? A: The main theme of Schopenhauer's Porcupines revolves around the complexities of human intimacy, exploring whether people are destined to find perfect complements in love or if they resemble porcupines, navigating between painful entanglements and isolation.
- Q: Who is the author of Schopenhauer's Porcupines? A: The author of Schopenhauer's Porcupines is Deborah Luepnitz, a skilled psychotherapist and writer known for her deep insights into human relationships.
- Q: What kind of stories does the book include? A: The book recounts five compelling stories from Deborah Luepnitz's practice, featuring a diverse range of patients, including the wealthy and the homeless, as they confront various psychological challenges.
- Q: When was Schopenhauer's Porcupines published? A: Schopenhauer's Porcupines was published on March 27, 2002.
- Q: What is the format of this book? A: The book is available in hardcover format and contains a total of 288 pages.
- Q: What type of readers would benefit from this book? A: Readers seeking psychological renewal, understanding of intimacy dilemmas, or insights into therapy practices would find value in Schopenhauer's Porcupines.
- Q: Does the book include practical advice for readers? A: Yes, Schopenhauer's Porcupines offers insights into how talking through issues can help, while addressing the dilemmas of loyalty and desire in relationships.
- Q: Is Schopenhauer's Porcupines suitable for those unfamiliar with psychology? A: Yes, the book is written in an accessible manner, making it suitable for both those familiar with psychology and general readers interested in understanding human relationships.
- Q: What kind of writing style can readers expect in this book? A: Readers can expect a writing style that combines wry humor with deep compassion, aiming to engage and resonate with those exploring personal and relational challenges.
- Q: What condition is the book in, and how does it affect its usability? A: The book is listed in 'Good' condition, meaning it may show some signs of wear but is still fully usable and readable.