On belonging : finding connection in an age of isolation / Kim Samuel.
Record details
- ISBN: 1419753037
- ISBN: 9781419753039
- Physical Description: xviii, 286 pages ; 24 cm
- Publisher: New York : Harry N Abrams, 2022.
Content descriptions
Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references (pages 251-279) and index. |
Formatted Contents Note: | Patterns of belonging -- Understanding social isolation -- The shadow side of belonging -- At home with ourselves -- The true value of place -- Designing the city of imagination -- Reciprocal caregiving -- Systems of belonging -- The right to belong -- Belonging to a shared global future. |
Summary, etc.: | "Humanity is at an inflection point. Stress, disconnection, and increasing environmental degradation have people yearning for more than just material progress, personal freedom, or political stability. We are searching for deeper connection. We are longing to belong. On Belonging is an exploration of the crisis of social isolation and of the fundamental human need to belong. It considers belonging across four core dimensions: in our relationships with other people, in our rootedness in nature, in our ability to influence political and economic decision-making, and in our finding of meaning and purpose in our lives, with lessons on how to create communities centered on human connection. A trailblazing advocate and thought leader on questions of social connectedness, Kim Samuel introduces readers to leaders around the world who are doing the work to cultivate belonging. Whether through sports, medicine, music, business, culture, or advocacy, the people and programs in this book offer us meaningful lessons on building a world where we all feel at home"-- Book jacket. |
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Subject: | Belonging (Social psychology) Alienation (Social psychology) Social integration. |
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Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
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East Side Branch - Bridgeport | 302.3 SAMUEL (Text) | 34000151372620 | Adult Nonfiction | Available | - |
Silas Bronson Library - Waterbury | 302.3 SAM (Text) | 34005153153464 | Adult Nonfiction | Available | - |
Southbury Public Library | 302.3 SAMUEL (Text) | 34019154910467 | Adult Nonfiction | Available | - |
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On Belonging : Finding Connection in an Age of Isolation
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On Belonging : Finding Connection in an Age of Isolation
In an age of social isolation, what does it mean to belong? "In this timely, warm, and persuasive book, [Kim Samuel] shares stories and solutions for reclaiming common purpose and authentic connection. On Belonging is essential reading for anyone who wants to imagine and build a more inclusive future."--Timothy Shriver, chairman of Special Olympics Humanity is at an inflection point. Stress, disconnection, and increasing environmental degradation have people yearning for more than just material progress, personal freedom, or political stability. We are searching for deeper connection. We are longing to belong. On Belonging is an exploration of the crisis of social isolation and of the fundamental human need to belong. It considers belonging across four core dimensions: in our relationships with other people, in our rootedness in nature, in our ability to influence political and economic decision-making, and in our finding of meaning and purpose in our lives, with lessons on how to create communities centered on human connection. A trailblazing advocate and thought leader on questions of social connectedness, Kim Samuel introduces readers to leaders around the world who are doing the work to cultivate belonging. Whether through sports, medicine, music, business, culture, or advocacy, the people and programs in this book offer us meaningful lessons on building a world where we all feel at home.