“If we realize that the assumptions by which the person has lived his or her life are collapsing, that the assembled strategies of the provisional personality are decompensating, that a world-view is falling apart, than the thrashing about is understandable. In fact, one might even conclude that there is no such thing as a crazy act if one understands the emotional context. Emotions are not chosen they choose us and have a logic of their own.”
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The Middle Passage: From Misery to Meaning in Midlife
This book delves into the personal and societal experiences of individuals navigating the complexities of midlife, offering insights into the journey from adversity to finding purpose and meaning. more
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