{"product_id":"how-to-be-a-friend-in-an-unfriendly-world-hardcover","title":"How to Be a Friend (in an Unfriendly World) - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eBarnet Bain\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA Gentle, Powerful Guide to Real Connection No Matter Where You Are in Life\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhether you're a teenager figuring out who your people are, a young adult navigating new cities and shifting circles, or someone in midlife or beyond wondering what happened to the closeness you once felt--\u003ci\u003eHow to Be a\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eFriend (In an Unfriendly World)\u003c\/i\u003e is for you.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis book meets you where you are and offers a drop of joy. Originally developed from a Columbia University master's course for psychologists, it's written in warm, accessible prose for anyone who's ever asked: What does it really mean to show up for someone? \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn a fractured, distracted world, people aren't looking for another productivity hack. They're craving something real. \u003ci\u003eHow to Be a Friend\u003c\/i\u003e is that invitation. It is not a quick fix, or a lecture, but a grounded reminder of what friendship can be. It doesn't preach. It reminds us gently, and with lasting impact.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInside, you'll find: \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eShort, powerful chapters rooted in real stories and experience\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSimple exercises and \"friendship workouts\" to help you practice what matters\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTools for listening more deeply and setting boundaries with heart\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWays to reconnect with yourself--and others--without pressure or performance\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA rare blend of psychology, spirituality, and everyday humanity\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReflection prompts that turn good intentions into action\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA clear-eyed look at why friendships fade--and how to make them matter again\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eThis is a how-to guide and a touchstone. A small-format companion with big impact. A book to keep on your nightstand--or give to someone you care about. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eIf you've ever felt like the world is a little too cold, too fast, or too lonely, \u003ci\u003eHow to be a Friend\u003c\/i\u003e is your reminder that you are not alone - and never have to be.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 256\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.76 x 8.54 x 5.82 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e December 09, 2025\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47479551983865,"sku":"9781394388868","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/2782\/3097\/files\/XRBs43bZig9781394388868.webp?v=1772736959","url":"https:\/\/bookscloud.io\/products\/how-to-be-a-friend-in-an-unfriendly-world-hardcover","provider":"BooksCloud Book Dropshipping","version":"1.0","type":"link"}