Transcend

What a masterpiece! Maslow 2.0-a must-read for anyone who wants to understand what Maslow meant by self-transcendence. Part biography, part treatise, part how-to guide . . . I loved it! - Angela Duckworth, professor of psychology, University of Pennsylvania; CEO and founder of Character Lab; and 'New York Times' bestselling author of 'Grit'

This is the book we've all been waiting for - nothing less than a breathtaking new psy chology of humanity. Kaufman will show you how to live your life to the fullest, and in the service of others - all at the same time. - Susan Cain, 'New York Times' bestselling author of 'Quiet'

The concept of self-actualization and the transcendent values, which include justice, beauty, meaningfulness, and wholeness, provide a blueprint for a better world. This very well-written volume not only captures Maslow's work but infuses it with the spirit of inspiration. This book is a major advance in psychology. - Aaron T. Beck, M.D., professor emeritus of psychiatry, University of Pennsylvania

As a pioneer of humanistic psychology, Maslow is frequently referenced but rarely un derstood. Scott Barry Kaufman is here to change that. He does a first-rate job restoring the classic pyramid based on Maslow's own revisions and updating self-actualization in light of contemporary science. - Adam Grant, 'New York Times' bestselling author of 'Originals' and 'Give and Take', and host of the 'WorkLife' podcast

In this book Kaufman studies the legacy of Abraham Maslow's life's work in humanistic psychology and expands on this with his own insights and studies. The book gives us a path to self-actualization, to becoming the best person we can possibly become. In the process we discover we do this connected to others and all reality. - Sharon Salzberg, author of 'Lovingkindness' and 'Real Happiness'

Transcend is rich, deep, and brilliant, a pleasure to read. Scott Barry Kaufman is the new generation's leading voice in humanistic psychology, a modern-day Abraham Maslow. Updating Maslow's hierarchy of needs with modern psychology research, Transcend will help readers embark upon a journey to the upper reaches of their potential. - Emily Esfahani Smith, author of 'The Power of Meaning'

This splendid book is a twofer. It's a retelling of the life of Abraham Maslow woven through an insightful updating of Maslow's theory. - Martin Seligman, director, Positive Psychology Center, University of Pennsylvania, and author of 'The Hope Circuit'