In terms of content, I like this book. I think that it talks about a very important issue and is essential to understanding the pervasive presence of depression and anxiety in society. As philosophy, it is good. The reason why I don't rate it higher is the writing style, oversimplifications, that it suffers from what many books on psychology or books about contemporary issues suffers from. I call it the "Science-Says" argument. Much of the book consists of Hari saying "Science say" or "Science proves" to support his point. I have always felt that, given the kind of subject, storytelling is more effective than relying on studies to self-evidently prove your point. A book in a similar vein which had a big impact on me is [b:The Undefeated Mind: On the Science of Constructing an Indestructible Self|16092850|The Undefeated Mind On the Science of Constructing an Indestructible Self|Alex Lickerman|https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1350516776l/16092850.SY75.jpg|19400724]. In this book, the author makes explicit arguments about how we can construct an resilient self. The arguments are more rooted in the stories from the authors medical practice SUPPLEMENTED with scientific studies. In "Lost Connections," I feel the direction is the other way. Again, read this book for the ideas but I didn't find it a pleasant read.