The Gift of Not Belonging

‘Psychiatrist Kaminski debuts with an informative guide to otroversion, a personality type defined by a sense of “nonbelonging” to groups … In short chapters bolstered by case studies, the author overviews the challenges inherent to a culture that rewards joiners and distrusts those who fail to adhere to social scripts … Those who march to the beat of their own drum will be especially gratified.’

‘For anyone who ever feels like an outsider, this book is a lifeline. Reading The Gift of Not Belonging felt like being seen in a way I didn’t know I needed.’

‘As someone who’s always believed that outsiders offer the world a unique and valuable perspective, I found this book both validating and illuminating. If you’ve ever wondered why you feel more like an observer than a participant — this book is for you.’

Dr. Rami Kaminski is an American pioneering psychiatrist with over four decades of experience treating patients ranging from world leaders to individuals with persistent psychiatric conditions. With a focus on integrative psychiatric approaches, Dr. Kaminski’s method bridges humanistic values with innovative therapeutic concepts. His outstanding contributions to psychiatry have earned numerous accolades, including the Exemplary Psychiatrist Award from the National Alliance for the Mentally Ill, and the Physician of the Year Award from Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City. In 2023, Dr. Kaminski founded the Otherness Institute with a mission to explain the phenomenon of otherness and otroversion.