{"product_id":"the-transformative-self-personal-growth-narrative-identity-and-the-good-life-9780199970742","title":"The Transformative Self: Personal Growth, Narrative Identity, and the Good Life","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eThe Transformative Self is a comprehensive volume that integrates narrative identity, the good life, and personal growth to present an innovative model of humane flourishing and human development. It synthesizes an extensive range of scholarship from psychology, philosophy, literature, history, and cultural studies to cultivate the growth of happiness, love, and wisdom for the self and others. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 720 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 06 October 2021\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Oxford University Press Inc\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Transformative Self delves into profound inquiries about the essence of life, encompassing the themes of understanding our existence, attaining a fulfilling life, and creating a meaningful one. In this comprehensive exploration, developmental psychologist Jack J. Bauer offers insightful responses to these enduring questions by integrating three core areas of study: narrative identity, the good life, and personal growth. Through this multidisciplinary approach, Bauer presents an innovative model of human flourishing and development.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe book synthesizes a vast array of scholarship, drawing from scientific research in psychology, philosophical inquiry, literary analysis, historical studies, cultural studies, and more. This comprehensive synthesis results in a cohesive framework that illuminates how personal and cultural stories shape our development and provide opportunities for cultivating happiness, love, and wisdom for ourselves and others.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Transformative Self offers a transformative perspective on the human experience, challenging us to reevaluate our understanding of ourselves and our place in the world. It encourages readers to explore the narratives that shape our lives, to cultivate positive emotions and relationships, and to strive for personal growth and fulfillment. By embracing the insights and principles presented in this book, individuals can embark on a journey of self-discovery and create a life that is rich in meaning, purpose, and joy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1092g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 246 x 166 x 52 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9780199970742\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Jack J.Bauer","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44100555178234,"sku":"9780199970742","price":65.88,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1646159516949_book.jpg?v=1646914400","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/the-transformative-self-personal-growth-narrative-identity-and-the-good-life-9780199970742","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}