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Though we are seemingly more connected to our world than ever before, many of us cannot ignore a nagging sense of loneliness and isolation. To keep this anxiety and discontentment at bay, we can search for connection through unhealthy distractions, believing these will bring us true nourishment. And yet, loneliness…

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1 author picked Untangled as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

Regardless of your religious beliefs, anyone who feels they are suffering mentally, emotionally, physically, or even spiritually can gain benefits from this book that is rooted in Buddhist teachings. I have always found solace in the teachings of Zen Buddhism.

The author, a psychotherapist, and Zen teacher shares eight “roads” one can take to transform one’s life, creating change within and without. The combination of both Eastern and Western wisdom makes this book accessible to anyone seeking to feel more connected and content.

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