Challenging Constructs

Chronicles of a Wandering Mind

In Challenging Constructs, Linda A. Lavid invites readers on a journey through ordinary days that crack open into extraordinary experiences. From a morning commute bathed in otherworldly glow, to quiet revelations in nature, to meditations that turn whimsical (a squirrel with Robert De Niro’s head, anyone?), these moments point to a powerful truth: connection is the cure for fear, and love is its expression.

Part memoir, part guide, this book blends:

• Personal stories of transformation and resilience
• Science side notes that ground mystical insights in psychology and neuroscience
• Reflective practices and exercises to help readers challenge old beliefs and reconnect
• “Glitches” that show how to troubleshoot when fear, doubt, and self-criticism return

Drawing on Jung’s “Afternoon of Life,” mindfulness, nature, and modern science, Lavid reframes fear as disconnection, and love as the fabric that reconnects us to life. The result is a book that is philosophical, playful, and deeply practical—perfect for readers of Michael Singer, Pema Chödrön, and Eckhart Tolle.

Whether you’re seeking a shift in perspective, healing from fear, or simply curious about the mysterious glow that life sometimes reveals, Challenging Constructs is a companion on the path back to what matters most: connection, love, and fearless living.