Imperfect Control by Judith Viorst

Why we cling to control, and when to let it go

From bestselling author Judith Viorst, this thoughtful, often funny follow-up to Necessary Losses explores how the struggle for control, wanting it, fearing it, wielding it, and eventually surrendering it, shapes nearly every part of our lives. Drawing on psychology, literature, and her own experience, Viorst moves through parenthood, sex, work relationships, victimhood, and finally the ultimate loss of control at the end of life, gently pushing readers to notice their own patterns of "there I go again." Written with warmth and a light touch despite its weighty subject matter, it's a genuinely insightful read for anyone curious about why we hold on so tightly, and how to find a healthier balance between power and letting go.