![]() ![]() And we're trying to continue on in his memory and in his spirit. He was a second year student in Harvard Law School when we lost him. He was an amazingly funny, lively young person. We, of course, think about him every single day. ![]() So, I think that will be an important part of his legacy. And he felt the pain of the world and the suffering of other people, whether it was victims of the civil war in Yemen or victims of bombings in different parts of the world.Īnd he wanted our democracy to be on the side of social justice and peace for people here and all over the world. He was a great champion of animal rights and welfare. And he was a great champion of human rights. “Raskin’s book is a powerful reminder that while mental health can be all-consuming, it doesn’t define you-and it certainly doesn’t have to define your relationships.You know, of course, the people that Tommy knew, his friends and his family, will always remember him and treasure him and love him for his brilliance, for his warmth, for his conviviality.īut, ultimately, I think the most remarkable thing about him was his just surpassing in infinite compassion for the world. The thing I liked most was Raskin’s observation that we’re allowed to be works in progress, and that if you’re prone to overthink, it doesn’t mean you can’t or shouldn’t be in love.” - Boston Globe “A quick, quippy book that can be read in an afternoon. “This invaluable and empowering primer delivers on its promise to help readers date while struggling with mental illness.” - Publishers Weekly “A warm and thoughtful guide to an under-discussed topic.” - Mara Wilson, writer and actor “Romance and love can press all the buttons for overthinkers, denying us what we ultimately crave. Thank you, Allison, for being the brave soul to finally show us we can do both-fret and share a healthy intimate connection with another awesome human!” - Sarah Wilson, New York Times bestselling author of First, We Make the Beast Beautiful ![]() She reminds us that this life is meant to be enjoyed and to never give up on love because we all are more than deserving of it. This book is going to save relationships!” - Kelsey Darragh, author of Don’t F*cking Panic: The Shit They Don’t Tell You in Therapy About Anxiety Disorder, Panic Attacks, and Depression “Allison Raskin is a warm hug in the world of mental health. It’s a transformative book, with insights on every page and an inspiring message of optimism and hope. All to help you walk away from this book feeling less alone in the struggle and better prepared to tackle dating and relationships with more confidence and less worry. Woven in throughout are interviews with clinical psychologists, a psychiatrist, a sexologist, relationship experts, and real-life couples for their points of view and professional guidance. How do you talk to a partner about your mental health? What is the potential impact of SSRIs on your body? What is the difference between having valid concerns and catastrophizing? It’s all here, from meeting online to how to handle a breakup, from recognizing and avoiding unhealthy relationships to the big one-sex. She’s learned from her experiences, and we get to learn from her, discovering new ways to form healthy dating and relationship habits. But pursuing love and relationships when you live with mental illness can be even more overwhelming.Īllison Raskin knows this challenge firsthand and shares her journey with perfect candor. ![]()
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