Five Feet Apart

Stella Grant , a teenager with cystic fibrosis, is back at Saint Grace's Hospital for a routine treatment. Her life is a series of regimented routines, dictated by her illness. Her room is decorated with drawings from her sister, Abby , who passed away, leaving Stella with a heavy burden of survivor's guilt. Stella 's life is a careful balance of treatments and friendships, with her best friend Poe , also a CF patient, providing support. Despite her illness, Stella is determined to live as fully as she can, even if it means living with the constant reminder of her sister's absence. Will Newman

Lesson 1: Lungs of Flowers

This principle from Five Feet Apart is backed by Rachael Lippincott's extensive research and real-world examples. Understanding it deeply can shift how you approach decisions, relationships, and long-term planning in meaningful ways.

Lesson 2: Forbidden Proximity

This principle from Five Feet Apart is backed by Rachael Lippincott's extensive research and real-world examples. Understanding it deeply can shift how you approach decisions, relationships, and long-term planning in meaningful ways.

Lesson 3: The Pool Cue Pact

This principle from Five Feet Apart is backed by Rachael Lippincott's extensive research and real-world examples. Understanding it deeply can shift how you approach decisions, relationships, and long-term planning in meaningful ways.

How to Apply Five Feet Apart's Lessons

The real value of Five Feet Apart lies in its applicability. After reading, the most important step is identifying which of Rachael Lippincott's principles speak most directly to your current situation.

Consider keeping a journal while reading — noting where the ideas challenge your current approach and where they confirm what you already suspected. The friction of your own resistance often points to the most important insights.

Key Quote

"Lungs of Flowers" — Rachael Lippincott, Five Feet Apart

About the Author

Rachael Lippincott is the author of Five Feet Apart. The book reflects years of research, observation, and synthesis of evidence from multiple disciplines.