The Quest: The Definitive Guide to Finding Belonging

The Quest: The Definitive Guide to Finding Belonging

In The Quest: The Definitive Guide to Finding Belonging , Dan J. Berger guides readers through a metaphorical climb to uncover their sense of belonging. Grounded in Berger’s personal triumph over childhood trauma and his extensive research on the topic, The Quest is a personalized playbook that helps readers fulfill the innate human need for belonging. Berger challenges commonplace myths on the subject and leads readers through interactive exercises to reveal their unique belonging persona. As the journey progresses, Berger examines traditional and nontraditional paths to belonging, offering readers strategies to enhance their sense of connection and avoid false belonging paths. At the summit, readers are invited to fine-tune their social skills–what Berger calls "Belonging Intelligence"―and evaluate the various aspects of their current environment that influence their sense of belonging. The book also includes a bonus chapter on how to apply these lessons to the workplace to foster belonging in corporate settings. The Quest is a guide for anyone seeking to proudly find their place in the world. Whether you’re dealing with loneliness or looking to improve your relationships, this book offers valuable insights and practical tools to help you find your path. “Dan’s guide to finding belonging is what our country needs in order to address the loneliness epidemic that has been tearing at the fabric of our society.” ― Andrew Yang Founder of Forward Party and Former Presidential Candidate “Dan Berger has written a lovely book addressing one of the fundamental challenges of human life, namely the quest for belonging. Mixing personal wisdom and entertaining anecdotes with a strong foundation in scientific research, he explains in clear and plain language how to succeed at connecting. For the millions of people who feel alone or excluded, this book provides a solid blueprint for improving your life.” ― Roy F. Baumeister Author of The Power of Bad and The Science of Free Will “Dan lays out a logical and straightforward playbook for how each of us can find and enhance our sense of belonging. It’s a must read for anyone looking to live a fuller and more meaningful life.” ― Gary Vaynerchuk Entrepreneur and Author “Belonging is about harmony―the rhythms and cycles of life and bringing more depth to living. Dan shares his dedication to the pursuit of a pathway to follow that anyone can enter.” ― East Forest Musician and Ceremony Guide DAN J. BERGER is an Israeli-American entrepreneur. He is the founder and CEO of Assemble Hospitality Group, a boutique chain of corporate retreat centers. He previously founded and led Social Tables, an event planning software platform, which he sold to Cvent in 2018 for $100 million. He is the Founder of the Idaho Israel Alliance, a nonprofit organization focused on fighting antisemitism in Idaho. Dan is the recipient of numerous awards including the Pacesetter Award from the Events Industry Council. Dan holds a BA from Hunter College and an MBA from Georgetown University. In his spare time, he enjoys scuba diving, running, house music, and video games. He lives in Boise, Idaho with his wife, Jen, and their family.