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4 comments about Flying Lessons: The Psychology of Intimacy and Anxiety.

1. Flying Lessons is a treasure of a book written by a seasoned psychologist who is also a licensed pilot. In a beautiful blending of adventure, metaphor and practical lesson, John Snyder uses his experiences in learning to fly to illustrate how the same principles apply in learning to live an exciting and intimate life with oneself and one's partner. Grounding his writing in existential philosophy, Snyder shows that much of what we frequently fear in life is a natural part of human existence and needs to be experienced, not avoided. Embracing anxiety, expressing feelings, and becoming vulnerable with our partners are not necessarily brand new principles, but Snyder's style of presenting them is unique, engaging and informative. Nearly every page offers a nugget of wisdom that readers can extract and carry with them beyond their reading. "From an existential point of view all security seeking is dying to keep from dying."
   
   Flying Lessons would be a valuable addition to the library of anyone who wants to learn to live a more fulfilling life, and it is a must-have for couples wanting more intimacy in their relationships. Additionally, it would be an especially helpful handbook for professionals working with individuals and couples. Personally, I have found it to be the kind of book that warrants repeated reading to remind me of the important lessons Snyder teaches, lessons I frequently tend to "forget" given my penchant toward anxiety avoidance.



2. No, it not a manual that will teach you how to fly, although John Snyder is a pilot who gets away every chance he can. As a psychologist and therapist, John shares many vignettes throughout the book from his work with clients. Using his aviation experiences, John vividly describes moments of sheer panic and terror as he walks us through everything that his body and mind experience. Reading each chapter was exciting and felt like a rollercoaster ride. These flying stories were woven into stories about trust and intimacy and the lack of confidence and anxiety we all can feel when relating intimately. But we are in the hands of a master who is very knowledgeable and nurturing and gently guides us through to the safety on the other side. A must read for anyone who is not yet living their life to the fullest. I loved this book!



3. I really like this book alot. The author sets the tone of each chapter with a dramatic real life adventure he has experienced as a small plane pilot. He then weaves in some existential psychology pearls that apply and then goes on to describe a case involving an individual or couple who is struggling with an issue that relates. A tall task but it all works. It's a fun and exciting read as well as one that touches on the profound. Listening to ourselves and how we relate to our intimate partners is the real gut of this book. But in the process you get to sit next to John in his plane with a rescued seal in the cockpit.



4. This is such a lovely book! Very helpful, very comforting, whether or not one is having psychological "issues." It's also a surprising book. Dr Snyder's approach to emotional life, especially anxiety and depression, is a revelation, very different from the take-this-pill-and-call-me-in-the-morning prescriptions for happiness that one hears on the TV talk shows these days. Give this book to someone you love (starting with yourself)!

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