The Big Idea

A beautifully written book full of inspiring true stories, Kitchen Table Wisdom is a document for many who feel disconnected in these modern times. We are all searching for a bond and unconditional love, and recognition of our common humanity. We get to embrace life fearlessly because of the healing stories of this accomplished physician. Dr. Remen unwraps valuable life lessons like little gifts to the reader, while producing a testament to challenge traditional ideas of healing. Heart-warming as a soothing cup of tea in the comfort of your family kitchen, Dr. Remen relates her own life experiences, both as a physician and as a patient with a chronic illness. She offers wisdom in stories of people with cancer, some who survived, several who have passed on, from which we can draw strength from and learn to view life from a fresh and totally different perspective.

We read about doctors struggling to conceal their emotions because they do not want to be labeled as unprofessional, and of patients who in their own ways, healed their doctors.