{"title":"Benjamin Yalom","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection of works by \u003cem\u003eBenjamin Yalom\u003c\/em\u003e, a distinguished author whose insightful narratives delve deep into the intricacies of the human heart and mind. Known for his engaging storytelling and reflective prose, Yalom captivates readers with a unique blend of personal anecdotes and broader philosophical musings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his most celebrated works is the compelling book, \u003cem\u003eHour of the Heart\u003c\/em\u003e. This evocative memoir draws readers into a journey of self-discovery, exploring themes of love, loss, and the unyielding quest for meaning in life's fleeting moments. Yalom's writing is not only a window into his personal experiences but also invites readers to reflect on their own life's journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYalom's contributions to the \u003cem\u003eBiography \u0026amp; Memoir\u003c\/em\u003e genre are distinctive for their depth and sincerity, offering both entertainment and enlightenment. Whether you're a long-time admirer or a curious newcomer, this collection promises a thought-provoking and emotionally resonant reading experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore the works of Benjamin Yalom and embark on a heartfelt journey that will leave a lasting impression.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"hour-of-the-heart-by-benjamin-yalom-9781761380228","title":"Hour of the Heart","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter some six decades of therapeutic practice and writing, I learned in a new and meaningful way how we humans—whether we're in the cool, distanced medium of Zoom, or in the heat of real life—can create a startlingly honest and heartfelt connection that in a single hour can change one's life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhat does \"the father of group therapy\" do at the age of 90, when he is still advising patients in the therapy sessions that have been his life's work, and yet must face his increasing frailties and even his own mortality? Rather than melt into retirement, Dr Yalom develops another revolutionary approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eHour of the Heart\u003c\/em\u003e, Dr Yalom captures profound moments with his patients that happen in the span of just one hour, with people he will never see again. Taking place over two years before and during the Covid-19 pandemic, and amid Dr Yalom's grief over losing his wife, these sessions would, as Dr Yalom writes, 'help to sustain my client and would profoundly alter my vision of what psychotherapy can do'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor any fans of Dr Yalom's work, and for therapists and those in training, \u003cem\u003eHour of the Heart\u003c\/em\u003e is a collection of deeply moving personal stories that will tap into how powerful authentic human connection can be. While these one-hour sessions are, in many cases, just the start of these patients' journeys, Dr Yalom's insights, and his willingness to open himself up to his patients in a way rarely seen in therapy, are truly illuminating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'For renowned psychotherapist Irvin Yalom, \"it's the relationship that heals\". This philosophy is poignantly enacted in his account of how he adapted a career of therapeutic practice to the reality of his failing memory ... Yalom's undiminished curiosity, his skilful and candid deployment of his own flaws and his ability to meet the demands of the moment make for richly rewarding case histories informed by personal reflections on identity, ageing, loss, and death.' \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e- Cameron Woodhead and Fiona Capp, The Sydney Morning Herald\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'\u003cem\u003eHour of the Heart\u003c\/em\u003e is a collection of vignettes of these one-hour sessions, and the book acknowledges the quiet heroism required to engage in therapy and to examine oneself to best enjoy life and to accept mortality ... \u003cem\u003eHour of the Heart\u003c\/em\u003e demystifies the psychiatrist as some preternatural telepathist to a person who is fallibly human but has turned a metaphysical x-ray on themselves. The book has an interesting effect on the reader, inducing a kind of mindfulness a real-life therapy session may provide.' \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e- Paul Cowling, ArtsHub\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePraise for \u003cem\u003eA Matter of Death and Life\u003c\/em\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'For over half a century, the eminent psychiatrist Irvin Yalom has dazzled the world with his stories of the human psyche packed with wisdom, insight, and humour. Now, with stunning candour and courage, he shares with us the most difficult experience of his life—the loss of his wife and steadfast companion since adolescence. Partners to the end, including in the co-writing of this book, they share an indelible portrait of bereavement—the terror, pain, denial, and reluctant acceptance. But what we are left with is much more than a profound story of enduring loss—it's an unforgettable and achingly beautiful story of enduring love. I will be thinking about this for years to come.' \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e- Lori Gottlieb, New York Times bestselling author of Maybe You Should Talk to Someone\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46372160372972,"sku":"9781761380228","price":28.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/3103433482815.jpg?v=1744816969"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/benjamin-yalom.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}