The 30-year-old person who feels like they haven’t advanced in their life sufficiently compared to their peers. The 28-year-old single mother feels like giving up on her difficult days. Lastly, the 45-year-old divorced person finds it hard to start all over and be happy again. Although this wasn't the perfect book for me, I did enjoy the authors' mission and I know this is a book that many have found helpful and loved. That's always a good thing! 3.25 stars! Change is eternal. In being change, you too are eternal. You are here. In this moving moment. And in being here, you are also forever. You can’t change the past. You can’t change other people. You can change you though. You narrate this story. So start to write a new chapter." If anyone in the west feels complacent about the extent of Russia’s far-reaching and malevolent power, they should read Guardian journalist Luke Harding’s essential exposé . A clear-sighted and often terrifying account of the ways in which Putin’s administration has infiltrated democratic powers to destructive effect, Shadow State is a grim reminder that Britain’s relationship with Russia is worse than it has been in decades and shows no signs of improving.

Sometimes self-care doesn’t imply a long bubble bath, or a glass of wine by yourself, but rather saying no when you feel like it. When you set boundaries for yourself and communicate them, not only will it make people respect your time more, but it will also make room for other activities to which you can respond with yes. Saying no doesn’t make you rigid, but rather it makes your self-esteem grow. Full of eloquent, cogent and positive reminders of the beauty of life … Will prove enormously sustaining and valuable to a lot of people … Genuinely uplifting … Haig is a sensitive, introspective and thoughtful guide to the human dilemmas that affect us all” The new uplifting book from Matt Haig, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Midnight Library, for anyone in search of hope, looking for a path to a more meaningful life, or in need of a little encouragement.Ich kann gar nicht viel dazu sagen, außer: LEST DIESES BUCH! Es ist so wundervoll, vor allem auch in dunkleren Zeiten, in denen sich das Leben schwer anfühlt.

With examples from his real life, The Comfort Book describes what it feels like to be anxious and how life-ruining it is to suffer from depression. He gives readers the tools he used to help him overcome and survive (even a near suicide attempt) - from finding joy in daily routines and writing down thoughts to accepting ourselves faults and all.I learned so much from this book even though in my opinion, it was extremely short. Matt Haig talks about his mental health and the way he has struggled with it his whole life while giving you different recommendations for feel-good movies, recipes, and music. In addition, Haig tells us how we can continue our lives despite the bad experiences we have had in the past, how to appreciate imperfections as a natural part of our existence and how to accept our mental health and just allow ourselves to live.

None of us are the same people we were ten years ago. When we feel or experience terrible things, it is useful to remember that nothing lasts. Perspective shifts. We become different versions of ourselves. The hardest question I have ever been asked is: ‘How do I stay alive for other people if I have no one?’ The answer is that you stay alive for other versions of you. For the people you will meet, yes, sure, but also the people you will be.” It is a strange paradox, that many of the clearest, most comforting life lessons are learned while we are at our lowest. But then we never think about food more than when we are hungry and we never think about life rafts more than when we are thrown overboard. It is a strange paradox, that many of the clearest, most comforting life lessons are learnt while we are at our lowest. But then we never think about food more than when we are hungry and we never think about life rafts more than when we are thrown overboard.” the book’s unpretentiousness will enable its positive message to reach a wide and grateful readership.” — The Guardian It is a short book, but it is also one that understands the power of words and the act of writing itself. What we think, what we do, what we reflect on through writing, is what we begin to manifest. And it is extremely important we make active choices to engage in things that bring us comfort, hope and stability.Moreover, try to think highly of yourself and enumerate reasons to feel pride and fulfillment. This can improve your self-esteem and make you want to take action. Remember that there is more to life than your depressive episode, as you may be a spouse, a friend, a parent, or many other things to a lot of people who enjoy your presence. Lesson 2: Get inspired by learning about other people’s stories My two essential books, at the moment. One is Matt Haig’s The Comfort Book. This book is like a Bible of really lovely little titbits to help you through what could be a stressful time….Very helpful. This is something that offers a very lovely amount of relief and it’s like a cuddle.” – Jonathan Bailey ( Ten Things He Can’t Live Without, GQ) Breathe deeply and slowly and consciously for a little while. Phone someone you love. Go to bed before midnight. Don’t try too hard to get to sleep. Just allow your mind to absorb the day, and let all those fears and frustrations float through. To be honest, I was skeptical, but couldn't help myself, I had to see what the fuss was all about, even though I follow Haig on socials, so I had an idea of what to expect.