Ben Higgins - Alone in Plain Sight: Searching for Connection When Youre Seen but Not Known

In Alone in Plain Sight Ben shows the world what made him a good Bachelor, but more importantly, what makes him a great man and even better friend. Ben is fearlessly vulnerable, open, and honest in this book about his own struggles in order to help us all grow together. Now, more than ever, we need words like these to help us find connection instead of division, common ground instead of a battleground. Ben understands life is complicated and needs and deserves more than just a positive quote on social media.

Chris Harrison, host of ABCs hit romance reality
franchise The Bachelor and The Bachelorette

Bens ability to look at the world through a lens of curiosity, vulnerability, and hope is what makes Alone in Plain Sight a must-read for anyone looking to reconnect to themselves, others, and the One who knows us best.

Bob Goff, author of three New York Times bestsellers:
Love Does; Everybody, Always; and Dream Big

There are books you enjoy. There are books that make you think. Then there are books that force you to be honest. Ben, in Alone in Plain Sight, has forced us to be honest with ourselves. He forces us to ask whats missing, what are we searching for, what can we appreciate, and what can we imagine that will be better for us? In this brilliant and beautifully written book, Ben dares us to find meaning in both the compelling and complex parts of our stories. He invites us to sit still, be calm, and wonder. He charts his emotional life, his personal struggles, his journey with God, and experience of love. More than anything, Ben invites us to be more human. Thats what it is, that is what makes this special and worth our time: to read this book is to become more human. Embraced. Connected. Loved. Seen.

Dante Stewart, writer and host

To all those searching for true connection: youre in good company! Alone in Plain Sight by my friend, Ben Higgins, is tackling some of lifes biggest questions and giving them true, hopeful, and applicable answers. Im personally thankful for Bens reminder that weve always been seen, loved, and never alone.

Sadie Robertson Huff, author, speaker, and founder of Live Original

Vulnerable, transparent, and honest Ben Higgins takes us into his struggles that echo so surprisingly like the ones all of us experience. But in Alone in Plain Sight he doesnt just leave us there. We get to grow right alongside him as, over time, he learns to find his identity in the One that matters most.

Tyler Merritt, creator of the Tyler Merritt Project

Ben Higgins has been able to use his platform to help so many through his charity work, mission projects, and now through Alone in Plain Sight. For people who are feeling lonely, yearning for a sense of belonging, and in need of a safe place to be vulnerable, this book will help inspire you to bravely make connections and build communities. If you feel like you need a friend, Ben Higgins will be just that as you read this book. He understands what youre feeling; youre not alone in feeling alone. As discussed in the book, we may be living in one of the most isolated times in historyretreating to your safe space may be comfortable and the desire to detach from those with different viewpoints can be tempting. However, Alone in Plain Sight explains how much more fulfilled we will be with our lives if we exit our comfort zones and communicate with open minds and hearts.

Ashley Iaconetti Haibon and Jared Haibon

In Alone in Plain Sight Ben Higgins takes what is already known of his public life and adds the personal, deeper thingsthe questions and stories of God, others, and himselfand it creates a book that is honest, relatable, generous, and encouraging. I finished reading it and felt, somehow, less alone in my life too.

Annie F. Downs, bestselling author and host of That Sounds Fun podcast

Ben Higgins has many aspirational qualities, but his genuine intellectual curiosity is the one I envy most. While many people assume they know the world they live in, Ben is on a constant quest for understanding. Ive never met anyone I enjoyed disagreeing with more, as those disagreements always led to empathy and betterment on both sides. In a world where morality seems harder and harder to find, I truly consider Ben a diamond in the rough, an embodiment of non-performative kindness. Alone in Plain Sight is less of a how-to and more of an unvarnished self-exploration, an attempt to reconcile what life is with what life could be. I encourage you to read it, especially if you think you have nothing to learn from him.

Elan Gale, television producer and author of Youre Not That Great

I once heard a wise man say, There are two things in life that make the world go roundmoney and relationships. Only one of those will make you rich, and its not money. Nothing is more fundamental to the human experience than the relationships we form and Ben understands this as well as anyone Ive ever met. I love this book because it captures the essence of who Ben is: authentic, honest, vulnerable, wise, and someone who is marked by his love for God and people. I promise you are going to love this book, from the amazing stories of people that hes crossed paths with to the incredible nuggets of wisdom that he weaves in and out of each chapter. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did!

Chad Bruegman, pastor, conference speaker, and executive coach

Life is hard. We all fall short, we compare ourselves to others, and weve all felt rejection, regret, or loneliness. Alone in Plain Sight offers heartfelt stories, introspective questions, and biblical references to guide each of us on our own journey to feeling understood, relatable, and heard. After reading this book, I have confidence that life is meant to be done together and Im never alone as I face adversity!

Cody Zeller, former Indiana University basketball player and current player in the NBA

Honest, vulnerable, humble, full of kindness and love, this book is a direct reflection of who Ben Higgins is as a human. A constant example of how to love othersAlone in Plain Sight exemplifies Gods love through Bens words.

Becca Tilley, host of the Scrubbing In podcast

No matter what season of life you are in, this book (and Ben) will make you feel less alone on your journey. Bens beautiful heart and faith shine so bright. I feel lucky to be part of this community and continue to learn from Bens heart for people.

Tanya Radisavljevic, radio, podcast, and tv personality

As Bens friend and pastor, Alone in Plain Sight reminds me of why I love how he has used his platform for good. It is a joy for me to see growth and depth in Ben. My hope for you is that as you read this book you will be blessed as I was as you get to peer into life more fully and get to know Ben a little bit better.

Denny Wilson, pastor of Warsaw Community Church

A beautifully written exploration of spirituality, human relationships, and how our childhoods affect us. I love seeing Bens heart of gold shine.

Sarah Boyd, Bens manager and vice president of business development at Socialyte

Alone in Plain Sight

2021 by Ben Higgins

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