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Beschreibung

Few things promise as much potential happiness as friendship, yet the challenge of finding and maintaining meaningful connections remains one of life's great struggles.

Drawing on psychology, philosophy and cultural history, The Secrets of Successful Friendships offers a thoughtful exploration of why friendship is both more complex and more rewarding than we typically imagine. It examines why we get lonely, what holds us back from deeper connections, and how we might develop the emotional intelligence needed for lasting bonds.

With characteristic wisdom and warmth, the book explores different varieties of friendship, from casual acquaintances to profound lifelong connections, while offering practical insights into overcoming common obstacles like shyness, envy and fear of vulnerability.

By explaining friendship's true purpose, the book gives us a chance to build new relationships of genuine depth and meaning.

Few things promise as much potential happiness as friendship, yet the challenge of finding and maintaining meaningful connections remains one of life's great struggles.

Drawing on psychology, philosophy and cultural history, The Secrets of Successful Friendships offers a thoughtful exploration of why friendship is both more complex and more rewarding than we typically imagine. It examines why we get lonely, what holds us back from deeper connections, and how we might develop the emotional intelligence needed for lasting bonds.

With characteristic wisdom and warmth, the book explores different varieties of friendship, from casual acquaintances to profound lifelong connections, while offering practical insights into overcoming common obstacles like shyness, envy and fear of vulnerability.

By explaining friendship's true purpose, the book gives us a chance to build new relationships of genuine depth and meaning.

Über den Autor

The School of Life is a global organisation helping people lead more fulfilled lives. Through our range of books, gifts and stationery, we aim to prompt more thoughtful natures and help everyone to find fulfilment.

The School of Life is a resource for exploring self-knowledge, relationships, work, socialising, finding calm and enjoying culture through content, community and conversation. You can find us online, in stores and in welcoming spaces around the world, offering classes, events and one-to-one therapy sessions.

The School of Life is a rapidly growing global brand, with over 7 million YouTube subscribers, 389,000 Facebook followers, 239,000 Instagram followers and 163,000 Twitter followers.

The School of Life Press brings together the thinking and ideas of the School of Life creative team under the direction of series editor, Alain de Botton.

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Introduction

1. Varieties of Friendship

2. Enemies of Friendship

3. Friends of Friendship

4. Substitutes for Friendship

Conclusion

Details
Erscheinungsjahr: 2025
Genre: Importe
Rubrik: Ratgeber
Thema: Partnerschaft & Beziehungen
Medium: Buch
Inhalt: 160 S.
ISBN-13: 9781916753235
ISBN-10: 191675323X
Sprache: Englisch
Einband: Gebunden
Autor: The School of Life
Hersteller: The School of Life
Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Petersen Buchimport GmbH, Vertrieb, Weidestr. 122a, D-22083 Hamburg, gpsr@petersen-buchimport.com
Maße: 185 x 129 x 19 mm
Von/Mit: The School of Life
Erscheinungsdatum: 04.09.2025
Gewicht: 0,286 kg
Artikel-ID: 133880095

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