Here Lies Bitterness

Here Lies BitternessDiscover the thought provoking insights of 'Here Lies Bitterness', a groundbreaking exploration of resentment and its profound implications for modern democracy. This BRAND NEW release, published in 2023 by John Wiley & Sons, delves deep into the psychological undercurrents that threaten democratic ideals. Resentment, driven by feelings of inferiority, can cloud judgment, fostering obsessive loathing and delusions of victimhood that paralyze our

Discover the thought-provoking insights of 'Here Lies Bitterness', a groundbreaking exploration of resentment and its profound implications for modern democracy. This BRAND NEW release, published in 2023 by John Wiley & Sons, delves deep into the psychological undercurrents that threaten democratic ideals. Resentment, driven by feelings of inferiority, can cloud judgment, fostering obsessive loathing and delusions of victimhood that paralyze our capacity to heal and act. This compelling narrative not only diagnoses the roots of resentment but also offers strategies to resist its destructive influence on both individual lives and societal structures. Perfect for readers concerned about the crisis of democracy and seeking solutions to heal communities, this book serves as an essential resource in understanding the forces that shape collective histories. With an ISBN of 9781509551033, it stands as a testament to contemporary challenges in governance and social cohesion. Note: Shipping for this item is free, and delivery may take up to 6 weeks. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled..

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781509551033
Year: 2023
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons (UK)


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The greatest threat to modern democracy comes from within and it has a name: resentment Stemming from feelings of inferiority in relation to others, resentment is a diffuse and obsessive loathing, coupled with delusions of victimhood, which clouds one™s judgment and perspective, so that an individual™s capacity to act and heal is paralyzed. Without the ability to heal, resentment can give rise to violent impulses, to the rejection of the rule of law, the proliferation of conspiracy theories, and the urge to use violent means to try to regain control of one™s life  

As individuals and as societies, we face the same challenge: how to diagnose resentment and its dark forces, and how to resist the temptation to allow it to become the motor of our individual and collective histories.

This bestselling and highly original account of the psychic forces shaping modern societies will be of great interest to anyone concerned about the crisis of democracy today and what we can do to address it.