5 essential books to give for the holidays
It sometimes happens that giving a book is a way of giving pleasure twice. Once to the person to whom you are giving it, a second time to yourself, because you love a work so much that you take pleasure in doing it to read, to transmit it The writer and poet Tahar Ben Jelloun (author of The Sand Child) goes further. For him, “A book is the birth of a journey, the tracing of an itinerary”.
Among the works we have selected is a book that takes us on a journey. And, more intimately, which takes us to discover the emerging bond between a father and his son. Another invites us on an introspective journey, to (re)connect with his “ikigai”. You will then find a book to observe behind the scenes of therapy and another to explore the paths to happiness. Five books in total, which can be interesting gift ideas for your loved ones.
Going behind the scenes of a psychiatry consultation
1 in 3 French people consult a psychologist, but what happens within the office? This book will delight the curiosity of those who dream of going behind the scenes of a session. In Welcome to therapypsychoanalyst Hélène Vecchiali opens the doors to the consultation room that she shares with her patients. While maintaining their anonymity, she tenderly paints a portrait of those who had the most impact on her.
Each case is associated with an analysis of the analysis by the therapist herself, as well as a film. A way to add a welcome touch of pop culture. Control, silence, dissociation… stories as strong as they are universal that can resonate in each of us.
Learn what you don’t learn at school
Lawyer, manager of a large group, anesthetist-resuscitator… In The Negotiatorsauthor Julie Crouzillac shares with us the portrait of women with significant journeys, who had to negotiate to get to where they are today.
Inspiring portraits that provide keys to learning what we don’t teach. The book thus allows you to arm yourself with a new tool to have leadership, act on the “non-negotiable” or even move forward in building your legitimacy.
Discover “The most beautiful things in life”
In the novel The most beautiful thing in life, the author Ismaël Khelifa takes us on an expedition against a backdrop of sumptuous natural scenery… through which we witness the bond that forms between a father and his son.
After “Finding your ikigai”, author Christie Vanbremeersch returns to address women and men entering the second half of their lives. Called “Living your ikigai to the fullest”, this new work was born from the desire to help rediscover the purpose of these people, by sharing well-being tips with them along the way.
On the road to… Happiness?
What exactly is happiness? The author takes us on the different paths that can lead there. This, through the eyes of 100 researchers from 50 countries. Rich in practical advice and sharing, The big book of happiness showne that it is possible to achieve our happiness, by taking our own paths.
Author Leo Bormans returns with an updated and enriched version of his first work. This first edition, dating from 2011, had a resounding impact. This new edition is enriched by thinkers from the four corners of the world.