{"product_id":"9781394388868","title":"How to be a Friend (In an Unfriendly World)","description":"\u003ch1\u003eHow to be a Friend (In an Unfriendly World)\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBarnet Bain\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eFamily \u0026amp; Relationships \/ Friendship\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\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\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBARNET BAIN\u003c\/b\u003e is a filmmaker, author, and former core faculty member at the Spirituality Mind Body Institute at Columbia University. He works with business leaders and individuals to achieve their full potential. Through his creativity workshops, Barnet expands his clients’ ideas of what’s possible for themselves and for the people they care about. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePublication Date: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11 December 2025\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePublisher: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWiley\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImprint: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWiley\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eISBN-13: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9781394388868\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFormat: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardback\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePage Count: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e192\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight (oz): \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e11.2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Wiley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44421591695500,"sku":"9781394388868","price":25.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/9545\/1788\/files\/9781394388868_d1484f22-90b9-43f2-a697-edd09707c6f0.jpg?v=1780106937","url":"https:\/\/lateknightbooks.com\/products\/9781394388868","provider":"Late Knight Books and Services, LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}