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The Schopenhauer Cure

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The Schopenhauer Cure

By: Irvin D. Yalom
Narrated by: Neil Hellegers
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Suddenly confronted with his own mortality after a routine checkup, eminent psychotherapist Julius Hertzfeld is forced to reexamine his life and work - and seeks out Philip Slate, a sex addict whom he failed to help some 20 years earlier. Yet Philip claims to be cured - miraculously transformed by the pessimistic teachings of German philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer - and is himself a philosophical counselor in training.

Philip's dour, misanthropic stance compels Julius to invite Philip to join his intensive therapy group in exchange for tutoring on Schopenhauer. But with mere months left, life may be far too short to help Philip or to compete with him for the hearts and minds of the group members. And then again, it might be just long enough.

©2005 Irvin D. Yalom (P)2018 Tantor Genre Fiction Psychological Fiction Heartfelt
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As a fan of Lao Tzu, I like both Schopenhauer and Nietzsche: if you want to feel full you must feel empty; if you want to feel happy, first you must feel sad. Schopenhauer’s hedgehogs: desperate for cuddles but aware of the pain and suffering. It all fits together for me. A fantastic ending; great to hear Yalom’s interpretation on Schopenhauer 10/10 👍

Schopenhauer’s Hedgehogs🏄‍♂️

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Everything from Yalom makes one fall in love with life itself. The characters are beautifully drawn with details. Group therapy mechanisms at their best. As a begining counsellor, I am so grateful to his work for opening my eyes to the possibilities that arise when one focuses on connection & authenticity .

Highly recommend

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So sad that it finished! simply loved the book! The narrative is engaging. Very diverse characters, each one playing an important role in the story. The paralel story of Schopenhauer's life make us love and hate him. Food to think!

Fantastic!

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I’m a psychotherapist in Mission Beach Australia; I love Yalom’s work, work which is beautifully woven through these fictional novels.

Wonderful

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This book is excellent - Story introduces Schopenhauer and philosophy - and the use of group psychotherapy .... very easy listening and well worth the purchase.

Great Book Great Story Great Narration

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