REVIEW
Connextions Magazine
Untying the Knot
David L. Kaufman, M.D.
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Synopsis: By all accounts, David Kaufman had a good life he was married to a woman he loved, had two adult children, and a fulfilling career as a radiologist. But as the years passed, he realized that he could no longer deny who he was. When he told his wife that he was gay, her reaction was anything but expected: she confided in him that she had accepted the growing awareness that she, too, was gay. In Untying the Knot, David
Kaufman shares a unique story ofcoming out and how he and his former wide have helped each other on their separate journeys into new lives.
Review in this autobiography, David L. Kaufman details his life-long journey of being a straight, married man—through his relatable ‘coming out ‘ process; describing the many joys and struggles along the way. From the joys of having children and pursuing a doctoral degree, along wish the excitement of finally embracing who he always knew he was possibly subconsciously at times; to the depression and anxiety that comes with life-long
suppression and major life changes. Kaufman discusses his bouts of depression and suicide attempts; his understanding of sexual orientation, science and gay history; along with his unknown Jewish heritage, his attempt at being Mormon, and his understanding of Buddhism.
