The Problem with Being a Person by Talia Pollock - ISBN: 9780593420904
Hardcover
Stop chasing happiness; embrace your flawed, beautiful, human self.

The Problem with Being a Person

How an Existentialish Philosophy Can Ground Us in Modern Chaos

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  • Hardcover

    224 pages

  • Release Date

    8 July 2025

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Summary

You’ve heard this story: outwardly, woman was living the dream. Inwardly, woman was drowning in despair. It’s what happened next that sets this tale apart.

Many of us go through life believing that something about us is not normal enough. So, we devote ourselves to the endless pursuit of self-improvement. That’s what Talia Pollock decided to do. In her quest to feel better, Talia Pollock got seduced by self-help trends that offered fleeting solace but failed to soothe the depths of he…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9780593420904
ISBN-10:059342090X
Author:Talia Pollock
Publisher:Penguin Putnam Inc
Imprint:TarcherPerigee
Format:Hardcover
Number of Pages:224
Edition:3rd
Release Date:8 July 2025
Weight:312g
Dimensions:216mm x 145mm
What They're Saying

Critics Review

“A hilarious look at what it means to radically accept yourself and your place in the world.”
—Emily Esfahani Smith, author of The Power of Meaning

“An illuminating and genuinely helpful look at how we can embrace uncertainty and inner chaos to move towards meaning in our lives. In a society filled with confusing prescriptions and contradictions about happiness, Talia Pollock’s existential-ish philosophy offers a framework to find the courage and curiosity for self-reflection and direction. For anyone who has ever wondered if they’re getting life right, this refreshing book will both comfort and inspire.”
—Madeleine Dore, author of I Didn’t Do the Thing Today

“Fun, funny, and touching. It’s like your new best friend telling you stories about how vibing in “existentialish” ways has made her life better, and can make yours better too. Fabulous read!”
—Skye Cleary, author of How to Live a Good Life

About The Author

Talia Pollock

Talia Pollock is a writer, speaker, and armchair philosopher. She infuses humor into wellness discussions to navigate life’s complexities. Her debut book and podcast, Party in Your Plants, promote light-hearted, healthy living. She’s modernizing existentialism to liberate her generation from the self-help industry. Her work has been celebrated on platforms like Good Morning America, The Show, Bustle, and PEOPLE Magazine. Talia lives in Brooklyn with her daughter, husband, and doodle.

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