This book is a compilation of Wolfgang Herrndorf's blog entries, started in March 2010 after he was diagnosed with a glioblastoma. The entries detail his experiences with the illness, including doctor's visits, hospital stays, and his emotional states between hope and despair. The book also reflects on his everyday life, reading, and writing, which he pursued intensively during his remaining time. Herrndorf discusses his physical and mental decline, his thoughts on assisted dying, and his ultimate decision to end his life before the disease took away his ability to think and communicate[2][4][5].
In 'Das Orakel spricht' untersucht Liv Strömquist die obsessive Beschäftigung unserer Kultur mit der Optimierung unserer Gesundheit. Der Comic präsentiert sieben 'Influencer' und ihre Ratschläge für ein besseres Leben, darunter Figuren wie Ronald Reagans Astrologin Carrol Righter, die Heilige Katharina von Siena und Instagram-Psychologin Nicole Le Pera. Strömquist deckt auf, wie der Glaube an die Veränderbarkeit unserer Sterblichkeit uns ständig begleitet und wie dies unsere Lebensweise beeinflusst. Der Comic kombiniert satirische Elemente mit fundierter Recherche und humorvollen Darstellungen, um gesellschaftliche Tendenzen zu kritisieren und Fragen zu stellen.
In 'Verletzlichkeit macht stark' argumentiert Brené Brown, dass Verletzlichkeit der Schlüssel zu tiefen menschlichen Verbindungen, Kreativität und authentischem Leben ist. Sie ermutigt die Leser, ihre Ängste zu überwinden und sich mutig den Herausforderungen des Lebens zu stellen, anstatt sich hinter Schutzmechanismen wie Perfektionismus zu verstecken. Das Buch betont die Bedeutung von Mut und Authentizität und zeigt, wie das Akzeptieren unserer Unvollkommenheiten zu einem erfüllteren Leben führen kann.
In 'Unverfügbarkeit', Hartmut Rosa critiques modernity's relentless pursuit of making the world controllable, predictable, and available. He argues that this drive for control leads to a 'verstummte' (muted) world where genuine dialogue is lost. Rosa proposes 'Resonanz' (resonance) as a counterconcept, emphasizing the importance of engaging with the unpredictable and uncontrollable aspects of the world. This resonance occurs when we open ourselves to the unfamiliar and the irritating, leading to unpredictable outcomes that cannot be planned or predicted[1][3][4].
In 'Lieben', Emilia Roig provides deep insights into her own biography and revolutionizes the understanding of love as a transformative energy that connects us with family, friends, all people, nature, and the cosmos. The book critiques the institutional boundaries between friendship and romantic love, highlighting the constructed fluidity and the patriarchal suppression of women's lust. It also addresses themes such as emotional work, reciprocity in friendships, and the intersection of love with patriarchal and capitalist structures. Roig's work is characterized by its clarity, inter-sectional reflection, and a call for radical, courageous, and cosmic love.
In 'Dare to Lead', Brené Brown provides a roadmap for leaders to build trust and foster a culture of courage and vulnerability. The book emphasizes that leadership is not about titles or power, but about recognizing and developing the potential in people and ideas. Brown introduces the 'BRAVING' framework (Boundaries, Reliability, Accountability, Vault, Integrity, Non-judgment, Generosity) to build and maintain trust. She also highlights the importance of embracing vulnerability, having tough conversations, and aligning actions with shared values. The book is based on her research with global leaders and offers practical advice on developing empathy, resilience, and courageous leadership skills.
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