On Being
Human
by Mee Hee Douglas
On Being Human is a collection of thoughts, some sentences, based on Mee Hee’s clinical work and what she learned from life—about the psychodynamics of what it might mean to be mentally well, resilient and liberated in this era of modern capitalism. She covers a wide range of human experiences including: independence, narcissism, relationships, parenting, socio-politics, catastrophe, loss, and grief.
She hopes that they might fortify you and enlarge the life you have.
“Humans can be so impatient for an answer
We want certainty and control
Sometimes there are no answers. As Rilke said in his beautiful poem ‘Love the Questions’, we need to learn to live with the uncertainties and difficulties of life
Don’t throw your life away as if there is a better answer or version. We all have to live with the pleasant and unpleasant aspects of ourselves
You need to find value for yourself in this life”
Purchase
Available at the Bangalow Newsagent & Bookstore and for delivery in Australia only via the website. The book can also be found on all common online bookstores, including Amazon, Booktopia, AbeBooks and Fishpond, for international shipping.