The Belonging Paradox Book

To be human is to belong. Belonging is both personal and collective.
Status: Completed Read year: 2025
The Belonging Paradox Book

Dr. Iwuchukwu's latest book, "The Belonging Paradox," takes a personal and frank look at the universal human need for belonging. While written by and from an immigrant’s perspective, the book's message transcends individual experiences, highlighting that belonging is a fundamental human desire, not limited by nationality.

The narrative weaves together diverse stories from individuals of various backgrounds – White Americans, Black Americans, immigrants from Africa and the Caribbean, and people of all ages. These evocative stories capture moments when individuals felt a sense of belonging (or exclusion), emphasizing that belonging is primarily about human connection and the intentional creation of inclusive environments.

The Belonging Paradox: How to Fully Belong. No Mat ....
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What Readers Are Saying
In the Belonging Paradox, Dr. Iwuchukwu takes us on a story-form dissection into the timeless struggle between staying true to who we are and fitting into the many social groups that we navigate in life. How do we strike the right balance between individuality and belonging? How do we embrace

"The Belonging Paradox" transcends the limitations of place, focusing on the power of interpersonal relationships and community. It challenges readers to examine their own roles in fostering belonging within their spheres of influence, providing actionable frameworks and practices to cultivate a sense of belonging wherever they may be. This book is a call to action, urging readers to actively contribute to a world where everyone feels they belong.