Fitting In Is Overrated: The Survival Guide for Anyone Who Has Ever Felt Like an Outsider

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To thine own self be true. But is it possible to stay true to yourself while still being a valued member of the wider community? Or does fitting in always mean sacrificing your own inclinations and desires? If you’ve ever felt like an outsider at work, in groups, at school, or even within your own family, this book is for you. Bestselling author Leonard Felder, PhD, offers the first comprehensive guide to achieving personal and professional success when you think, live, create, or solve problems differently from those around you.

This insightful and compassionate book isn’t about withdrawing into isolation or constantly battling others. Instead, it’s about making wise choices about when and how to speak your truth in ways that lead to positive outcomes. Dr. Felder shares practical examples from his own practice and precise techniques to ensure that your innovative ideas, unique perspectives, and creative solutions are respected—even by those who are set in their ways.

Both inspiring and practical, this book offers comfort and actionable advice for anyone who’s ever been told they “just don’t fit in,” and for those who support and counsel them. Most importantly, it shows how the very qualities that make you different can become your greatest strengths and most valuable contributions to the world.