The Size of Others' BurdensAmericans have a fierce spirit of individualism. We pride ourselves on self reliance, on bootstrapping our way to success. Yet, we also believe in helping those in need, and we turn to our neighbors in times of crisis. The tension between these competing values is evident, and how we balance between these competing values holds real consequences for community health and well being. In his new book, The Size of Others' Burdens, Erik Schneiderhan asks