The book is addressed to readers who are going through a difficult period in life and who are striving to survive. You will find in it characteristics of various crises and learn to help yourself and others. You will see how important it is to support pregnant women in a timely manner, to come to the rescue of young parents, and to show sensitivity to the problems of children, adolescents, and young men. Ways to overcome the crises of adulthood and old age will be revealed to you, you will be able to better understand the elderly, the seriously ill and those who have experienced a recent loss. Life is always an odyssey full of dangers, surprises, and trials. Appreciating them, anticipating their consequences, preparing for them is our task. 2nd edition, revised