Robin Skynner was a pioneering figure in psychiatry and psychotherapy, applying the principles of group analysis to the treatment of individuals, families, couples, and institutions. His extensive practice and teaching spanned a wide range of socio-economic backgrounds, demonstrating a profound understanding of human relationships. Skynner was also a prolific writer, exploring the complexities of family dynamics and marital therapy through his influential works. His approach emphasized the power of group therapy and its capacity to foster deeper self-understanding and interpersonal connection.
This book is based on a series of articles originally published in the Guardian, by one of the country's foremost group family therapists. The essays deal with a variety of aspects of mental health in a practical, accessible way.
The essential gags, sketches, and songs, handpicked and introduced by the surviving members of the Python team. The book features full-color pages of Monty Python classics in a brilliant paperback format and includes gems such as Spamalot, The Meaning of Life, and many more enduring classics.
An investigative book which extends study beyond the family circle to relationships and group interaction in life outside it. It acts as a "map" to guide people through their everyday lives and help them retain their individuality while co-operating in joint endeavours.
Written in an unconventional dialogue form, this book explores the inner workings of the modern family, and the interactions between couples and their children.
Baksidestext: Författarparet Skynner - Cleese har tidigare skrivit "Familjen och hur man klarar sig helskinnad" ur dess famntag" där de redogjorde för familjen och dess roll i olika situationer. I "Livet och hur man överlever det" samtalar de i en personlig ton om allt som hör till livet: arbete, pengar, nationalism, sex, döden och Gud. De börjar med att se på familjen och går därefter över till att granska samhället, men de låter hela tiden människan och hennes vardagliga problem stå i centrum. Det är en tankeväckande dialog där John Cleese på sitt speciella sätt ställer alla de frågor man själv skulle vilja ställa och psykologen Robin Skynner svarar kunnigt och informativt. Boken är skriven på ett lättförståeligt sätt, kryddat med John Cleeses humor.
