First published 2021
Jenkins tackles the fundamental questions most people avoid in daily life. He breaks down human experience into seven critical areas: ego, family, work, love, nature, death, and the soul. The author argues that our identities form without our permission, constructed from childhood fears, casual remarks from others, and the circumstances we inherit. Jenkins draws from experiences ranging from whitewater rafting in the Grand Canyon to simple moments of looking in the mirror each morning. He shows how buried questions about identity and belonging drive adult behavior more than people realize. The book creates space for readers to examine what makes them feel small and how much of their actions stem from avoiding those feelings. Jenkins guides readers through conversations about finding satisfaction in their surroundings and developing courage to reveal their authentic selves. This reflection comes from the bestselling author of To Shake the Sleeping Self.
Genres: psychology, contemporary, non-fiction, personal-development
Vibes: intimate, lyrical, thought-provoking
Tropes: personal-growth, self-discovery
Setting: Grand Canyon
Period: 21st-Century
272 pages · Hardcover · Convergent Books