How We Relate:
A Psychologist’s Guide to Building and Maintaining Good Relationships
How We Relate:
A Psychologist’s Guide to Building and Maintaining Good Relationships
Overview
Understanding relationships isn’t just about other people—it starts with understanding yourself and where you've come from.
In How We Relate, clinical and forensic psychologist Dr Ahona Guha takes us on an illuminating journey through the psychology of human connection. Drawing from her many years of clinical experience, she reveals how our earliest relationships shape every connection we form—from family and friendships to romance and work.
How do childhood blueprints influence adult behaviors? Why do some friendships fail while others flourish? What makes the difference between healthy and toxic dynamics? With warmth and practical insight, Guha explores the hidden patterns that govern our interactions, offering concrete strategies for breaking free from destructive cycles.
Whether you’re struggling with difficult family members, navigating workplace politics, or seeking deeper intimacy in love, this book provides the psychological tools to understand yourself and transform your relationships. How We Relate is your guide to building the meaningful connections you deserve.
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- Paperback
- 5.3in x 8.5in
- 304 pages
- 9781964992358
- USD$22.00
- 7 July 2026
- World
Praise
Praise for Life Skills for a Broken World:
“An easily digestible book showing how to build a better framework for mental health, plus useful chapters on the concepts of radical acceptance and setting boundaries. It’s an easy read without being full of woo-woo nonsense: a rare feat for a self-care manual.”
Praise for Life Skills for a Broken World:
“Dr Guha's book is like therapy, activism, and a pep talk all rolled into one. Whether you’re stressing about the state of the world or just trying to level-up your own life, she’s got your back. It’s all about taking baby steps to make big leaps—not just for you but for the world at large. So, give it a read and prepare to be the change you’ve been waiting for.”
About the Author
Dr Ahona Guha is a clinical and forensic psychologist who works with both victims and perpetrators of abuse. Her first book, Reclaim: understanding complex trauma and those who abuse was published in 2023, and her second, Life Skills for a Broken World was published in 2024. She writes widely for the media on matters related to mental health, health, social justice, and equity. Her work has appeared in The Age, The Guardian, The Saturday Paper, Breathe Magazine, SBS, and ABC. You can find out more about her work at www.ahonaguha.com. Ahona lives in Melbourne, Australia.
