Living and Relating An Introduction to Phenomenology [Paperback]

Becker draws on the work of key thinkers in existential philosophy, phenomenological philosophy and psychology, blended with humanistic, descriptive accounts of living and relating, to show how their insights can provide a rich and useful orientation to the everyday world of human existence.Everyday life events are employed in this volume to illustrate a phenomenological view of human nature, development and interpersonal relationships.

Becker draws on the work of key thinkers in existential philosophy, phenomenological philosophy and psychology, blended with humanistic, descriptive accounts of living and relating, to show how their insights can provide a rich and useful orientation to the everyday world of human existence.PART ONE: INTRODUCTION
What is Phenomenology?
Phenomenological Understandings of Human Nature
Now and Then; Here and There
Phenomenological Research
PART TWO: HUMAN DEVELOPMENT
Infants and Children
Adolescents
Adults
Elders
PART THREE: INTIMATE RELATIONSHIPS
Parents and Children
Friendship
Friendship Families
Sexual Love Relationships
Breakups
PART FOUR: HELPING RELATIONSHIPS
Psychotherapy
Helping the Physically Ill Person
Relational Aspects of College Teaching