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The Doctor Is In: Dr. Ruth on Love, Life, and Joie de Vivre Paperback – June 2, 2015

by Dr. Ruth K. Westheimer (Author), Pierre A. Lehu (Author)

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The Doctor Is In! America’s best-loved therapist, Dr. Ruth, is known for her wise counsel on all matters of the heart. Here she shares private stories from her past and her present, and her insights into living life to the fullest, at any age.

Everyone knows Dr. Ruth as the most famous and trusted sex therapist, but few people know she narrowly escaped death from the Holocaust, was raised in an orphanage in Switzerland, or that she was a sniper during Israel's War of Independence. After years spent as a student in Paris, Dr. Ruth came to America dreaming of a new life though never expecting the dramatic turns that would take place. And at the age of eighty-seven, she is as spirited as ever.

Through intimate and funny stories, Dr. Ruth sheds light on how she's learned to live a life filled with joie de vivre. And she shows readers how they too can learn to deal with tragedy and loss, challenges and success, all while nourishing an intellectual and emotional spark, and, above all, having fun! Hilarious, inspiring, and profound, The Doctor Is In will change the way you think about life and love, in all their limitless possibilities.

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“An exuberant celebration of life by America’s favorite octogenarian sex guru...Her warmth, wit, and wisdom shine through this lively account of a life well-lived. A joy for her many fans, old and new.” ―Kirkus Reviews

“Part memoir and part life manual, the latest from renowned sex therapist Dr. Westheimer uses stories from her remarkable, often arduous journey to instruct readers on embracing positivity...Her wit and brassy style breathe new life into familiar self-help material.” ―Publishers Weekly

“Though many think they know all about Dr. Ruth due to her iconic stature, this book offers more that is truly enjoyable to read in her own familiar voice.” ―Jewish Book World

About the Author

Dr. Ruth K. Westheimer is a psychosexual therapist who sprang to national attention in the early 1980s with her live radio program, Sexually Speaking. She went on to have her own TV program, appeared on the cover of People magazine and TV Guide, and is the author of thirty-seven books. Fans of all ages can find her at www.drruth.com, on Twitter @AskDrRuth, and at www.youtube.com/drruth. A one-woman show about her life, Dr. Ruth, All The Way, is currently touring. Dr. Ruth teaches at Columbia’s Teachers College. She lives in New York and has two children and four grandchildren.

Pierre A. Lehu is a publicist, agent, and writer. He has written twenty-five books, including Sex for Dummies, Saké: Water from Heaven, Fashion for Dummies, and Living on Your Own.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Amazon Publishing (June 2, 2015)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 191 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1477828362
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1477828366
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 1 x 9 inches

Best Sellers Rank: #834,204 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Born in Germany in 1928, I was sent to a children's home in Switzerland at the age of ten which became an orphanage for most of the German Jewish students who had been sent there to escape the Holocaust. At 17 I went to Israel where I fought for the country's independence as a member of the Haganah, the Jewish freedom fighters. I then moved to Paris where I studied at the Sorbonne and taught kindergarten. I immigrated to the U.S. in 1956 and obtained my Masters Degree in Sociology from the Graduate Faculty of the New School of Social Research. In 1970, I received a Doctorate of Education (Ed.D.) in the Interdisciplinary Study of the Family from Columbia University Teacher's College.
My work at Planned Parenthood is what prompted me to further my education in human sexuality by studying at New York Hospital-Cornell University Medical Center.
My TV show Sexually Speaking first aired in 1980 as a 15-minute taped show, which then increased in popularity and became a nationally syndicated radio show.
In recent years, I have made regular appearances on the PBS Television children's show Between the Lions as "Dr. Ruth Wordheimer" in a parody of my therapist role, in which I help anxious readers and spellers overcome their fear of long words.
Currently I am an Adjunct Professor at N.Y.U. and an Associate Fellow of Calhoun College at Yale University, where I teach a course on the American family. I am also a Fellow of Butler College at Princeton University, where I will teach a course on the Jewish family. In addition to having my own private practice I am a fellow of the New York Academy of Medicine and frequently lecture at universities across the country.
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Customers find the book interesting and enjoyable, with many life lessons to be learned. They also describe the writing style as easy to read and the female protagonist as remarkable. However, some customers feel the content is uninteresting.

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Customers find the book very interesting, fabulous, and remarkable. They also say it provides great information and helps guide them through life.

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"Great read. Until now I never knew the woman behind the legend. She is truly human and refreshingly fully alive...." Read more

"...She sets an example for living for the joy of it! Thoroughly enjoyed the book!" Read more

"What a challenging and fascinating life she had, and how she turned traumas into a joy for life through teaching, radio, TV appearances, etc...." Read more

12 customers mention "Lessons to be learned"12 positive0 negative

Customers find the book has many life lessons to be learned and practiced. They also appreciate the author's sense of humor and wonderful advice to share. Readers also mention that the book shares stories that will make them laugh and provides insight into interpersonal relationships.

"...She has personality, chutzpah, a fabulous sense of humor and wonderful advice to share. An excellent read." Read more

"...It is practical and inspirational -- a shining star in the sky. Thanks Dr. Ruth!" Read more

"...Dr. Westheimer is a living example of unbelievable courage, perseverance, and an indomitable spirit that illuminates and illustrates the joy of..." Read more

"This is the most helpful book about how to bring joie de vivre into your life. I wish everyone would read it!..." Read more

8 customers mention "Writing style"6 positive2 negative

Customers find the writing style of the book easy to read.

"...a book that reveals a great deal about Dr. Ruth's life and it is an easy read...." Read more

"...It is very well written and shares stories that will make you laugh and cry...." Read more

"...But she has no narrative skill, gives few details, Doesn't seem to know how to connect with readers...." Read more

"Loved both the history and advice. Easy read very enjoyable and so very interesting. Dr. Ruth is admirable for much more than being a sex therapist" Read more

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Customers find the female protagonist remarkable and truly human.

"...Until now I never knew the woman behind the legend. She is truly human and refreshingly fully alive...." Read more

"...Dr. Ruth is just a wonderful person and so magnetic. Her book is a must read!" Read more

"What an incredible woman, so tiny but a giant in strength and morality...." Read more

"Really enjoyed the telling of Dr. Ruth's life. What an interesting woman." Read more

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"...She has personality, chutzpah, a fabulous sense of humor and wonderful advice to share. An excellent read." Read more

"...It's not about sex, it's about LIFE and I personally enjoyed it, the humor, have lots of respect and mostly love that she did come 'more into fame'..." Read more

"Great read; Dr. Ruth is so funny and charming. I'd love to meet her. This book was chock full of interesting information that I never knew...." Read more

"Loved this book. Dr. Ruth is inspiring, funny, and puts our daily lives into perspective.I highly recommend her book." Read more

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"...She seems intent on not puffing herself up but the result is an uninteresting book. Her life is far more nteresting than her telling of it...." Read more

"...I happen to like Dr. Ruth, but this was a bit boring and nothing new...." Read more

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"Not as interesting as I expected. Shes somewhat narcissistic but accomplished" Read more

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Mandi F.

Loved this book!

Reviewed in the United States on September 20, 2019

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Dr. Ruth is an absolute inspiration and role model. Her sad beginnings never dampened her spirits, in fact, they made her more determined to make the best of her life. She has personality, chutzpah, a fabulous sense of humor and wonderful advice to share. An excellent read.

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Mark C

The Dr. Is In: Dr. Ruth

Reviewed in the United States on November 16, 2016

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Great read. Until now I never knew the woman behind the legend. She is truly human and refreshingly fully alive. I recommend this book particularly for young people finding their way. It is practical and inspirational -- a shining star in the sky. Thanks Dr. Ruth!

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Evie S.

The one and only

Reviewed in the United States on April 22, 2023

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Dr. Ruth Westheimer is allowed to write about joke de Vivre, Because she is living it. The book gave me and you understanding how important it has always been the beach just me, like if people, or not. It is for everybody with an open mind and the young spirit.

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carolyn palmer

Enjoyed most of the book and glad I read it

Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2015

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Enjoyed most of the book and glad I read it. She goes on a bit some times. That part is the reason I give it only 3 stars.

Reviewed in the United States on June 24, 2015

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Like a couple of other reviewers, I didn't know Dr. Ruth's history before her role/celebrity so this was a fun and little 'bits' of documentary of her life. As anyone (old enough) to know her, she isn't just THE first public sex therapist, she is the cute, funny, direct, ball-of-fire who has great insight. My greatest compliment about this book is that she has gone through quite a bit, but never let fame get the best of her (enjoyed what she should have) but continued(continues) to learn and also share with us! This book is just that! It's not about sex, it's about LIFE and I personally enjoyed it, the humor, have lots of respect and mostly love that she did come 'more into fame' later in life! Something that even young people can appreciate hearing.

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Myron Nack

Heartwarming, entertaining, and inspirational.

Reviewed in the United States on January 11, 2018

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She is a role model for living life to the fullest. I especially like her discussions of taking risks. The Nazis hurt her and her family, but she fought back by living a full and enjoyable life.

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Peeps

Five Star Spirit!

Reviewed in the United States on November 5, 2015

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I gave this book a five star rating mostly because Dr. Ruth Westheimer is a Five Star human being. I learned much more about the life and philosophy of Dr. Ruth Westheimer. I learned how much more there was to this remarkable woman than I realized. Dr. Westheimer is a living example of unbelievable courage, perseverance, and an indomitable spirit that illuminates and illustrates the joy of being alive. That you, Dr. Westheimer, for sharing so much of your life with us.

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Four Bears

Boring and simplistic.

Reviewed in the United States on March 27, 2016

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Enjoyed her on the Diane Rehm show talking about this book, but the book itself is not very interesting. I expected an interesting back story about her escape from Germany during the war and her parents' deaths. But she has no narrative skill, gives few details, Doesn't seem to know how to connect with readers. She seems intent on not puffing herself up but the result is an uninteresting book. Her life is far more nteresting than her telling of it. She comes across better on radio than in print.

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