Loneliness Books-intimate Connections By David Burns

Loneliness books line the bookstore shelves-both real and virtual-in the dozens

, and it can be difficult to find one worth the list price. One would hope that with the many loneliness books available nowadays, some would at least provide a clear insight on the factors the drive loneliness and what we can do to prevent the condition from taking over our lives. Unfortunately, not many loneliness books make such a lasting impression. Many simply regurgitate information we have all read a thousand times before or simply gloss over the deeper issue in favor of tired old platitudes that have little to do with real life.

One of the few loneliness books that aim to make a difference is Intimate Connections by David Burns. In the book, Burns take a decidedly novel approach to dealing with loneliness, and writes that the condition has less to do with who you are with-or not with, for that matter-than about how poorly you treat yourself. Burns also shares his opinion that dealing with loneliness issues involves enjoying your own company to some extent. According to the author, this is why even people who are in a loving relationship feel the pain of loneliness from time to time.

Like many loneliness books, Intimate Connections provides information on how to deal with the condition in an effective manner. Where the book takes off from the usual approach is in its focus on targeting loneliness at the source. Intimate Connections teaches you effective tips on how to build your self-esteem thereby giving you solid groundwork from which you can implement a more holistic approach to dealing with loneliness.

Intimate Connections also helps you develop ways by which you could begin to treat yourself with respect. One thing that so many loneliness books gloss over is that loneliness often stems from poor treatment of the self. As detailed in the book, people who neglect to give themselves the proper care and attention often become needy, and this causes other people to shy away from them. After all, no one wants to be around a self-centered and needy person, and such behavior is likely to cause isolation that will lead to a downward path of loneliness.

While you would normally expect loneliness books to be dour and serious affairs filled with tedious statistics and boring accounts, Intimate Connections is not quite like that at all. Instead, the author seems to have taken great pains in ensuring that the information is presented in a thoroughly entertaining manner. The book has a lighthearted and humorous approach all throughout, and there are several passages than can be tremendously valuable sources of inspiration.

Perhaps the most useful parts of this book are those that deal with unlocking the keys to happiness. With essential advice on how to forge social connections, manage your income, and deal with age-related issues, Intimate Connections covers many aspects not tackled in typical loneliness books. Recommended reading for anyone who has ever struggled with loneliness, Intimate Connections is a refreshing change of pace from the typical loneliness books.

by: Gen Wright

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