Running Is a Kind of Dreaming

This compelling memoir recounts a young man's struggle with mental illness and his journey toward recovery through running. After moving to America, he finds himself in a psychiatric ward, grappling with despair and the feeling that death may be his only escape. In the midst of his confinement, he discovers the transformative power of running, starting with laps around the hospital track and eventually embarking on all-night marathons in the mountains. As he recounts his experiences, he reflects on the interplay of genetics, trauma, and medication that contributed to his mental health challenges. Now a clinical psychologist, he shares insights into the resilience of the human spirit and the body's capacity for healing, ultimately illustrating a powerful message of hope and perseverance.

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