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I Really Didn't Think This Through: Tales from My So-Called Adult Life
Did you ever wish your best friend—the person you would trust with your innermost secrets, the person whose wisdom and comfort you seek in times of stress or self-doubt—could draw?
Like Mindy Kaling meets Hyperbole and a Half, I Really Didn’t Think This Through gets at the heart of what makes life both so challenging and so joyful—figuring out how to be a person in the world. Armed with her beloved illustrations, popular Instagram artist Beth Evans tackles a range of issues—from whimsical musings to deeply personal struggles—in this imaginative anti-guide to being your own person.
This book is a compendium of Beth’s collected wisdom and stories, interwoven with her tremendously popular and loveable illustrations. The book is a wonderful mix of fun (playful meditations on the band Rush and international pen-pals) and thoughtful (Beth delves into her personal history with obsessive compulsive disorder and depression while commiserating on topics like dating and credit card shame) all with a simple candor that anyone from a teen to their grandparent can relate to. Through all of her experiences, Beth manages to extract valuable lessons, and the book is replete with friendly advice about caring for yourself, getting help no matter what your problems are, and embracing what makes you happy. Beth is a compelling storyteller, her drawings picking up where her words leave off, creating an approachable and immersive experience for the reader. Beth’s work feels like a hug from your best friend. And like a best friend, she’s here to say “You got this!”
Like Mindy Kaling meets Hyperbole and a Half, I Really Didn’t Think This Through gets at the heart of what makes life both so challenging and so joyful—figuring out how to be a person in the world. Armed with her beloved illustrations, popular Instagram artist Beth Evans tackles a range of issues—from whimsical musings to deeply personal struggles—in this imaginative anti-guide to being your own person.
This book is a compendium of Beth’s collected wisdom and stories, interwoven with her tremendously popular and loveable illustrations. The book is a wonderful mix of fun (playful meditations on the band Rush and international pen-pals) and thoughtful (Beth delves into her personal history with obsessive compulsive disorder and depression while commiserating on topics like dating and credit card shame) all with a simple candor that anyone from a teen to their grandparent can relate to. Through all of her experiences, Beth manages to extract valuable lessons, and the book is replete with friendly advice about caring for yourself, getting help no matter what your problems are, and embracing what makes you happy. Beth is a compelling storyteller, her drawings picking up where her words leave off, creating an approachable and immersive experience for the reader. Beth’s work feels like a hug from your best friend. And like a best friend, she’s here to say “You got this!”
192 pages, Paperback
First published May 1, 2018
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August 23, 2019
Está lindo; bueno para leerse en un avión; la lectura es muy fluida.
No sé si es cuestión de la edición mexicana pero las ilustraciones interrumpen el texto, es un poco extraño brincar entre la línea narrativa y las tiras.
No sé si es cuestión de la edición mexicana pero las ilustraciones interrumpen el texto, es un poco extraño brincar entre la línea narrativa y las tiras.
January 27, 2020
Real Rating: 2.5* of five
I confess: I added this because Rob, my Young Gentleman Caller, is having some issues that this book addresses. I'd hoped that it would offer some gentle guidance.
Was I ever misreading the room.
I got an angry blast for being condescending and insulting his taste, coupled with a scathing take-down of its wibbly wobbly thinking about what constitutes dating, when to get theraputic help, and deafening silence on some significant issues I'm sternly enjoined not to discuss at all in public. So not so much on the guidance, then.
What led to this problem for him is the author's "sappy" sentimentality, which I put down to the generational divide and my distaste for the entire "you go girl! you got this" cheerleading thing. It looks like that might be less generational than gender based...Rob's roommate rolled his eyes so hard he saw his brain, I was instructed to say since I introduced them to that phrase and they constantly seek opportunities to use it (to my ill-disguised pride).
It's too bad. I'd hoped for a net positive result. I can't give it the requested one star, though, because I'm utterly charmed by the artwork. (Another point where we differed, he hated it.) My point being, please exercise gender bias in making this purchase as a gift. While I didn't loathe it, two males in the target population who disagree on many, many aesthetic things united in their dislike for it.
I confess: I added this because Rob, my Young Gentleman Caller, is having some issues that this book addresses. I'd hoped that it would offer some gentle guidance.
Was I ever misreading the room.
I got an angry blast for being condescending and insulting his taste, coupled with a scathing take-down of its wibbly wobbly thinking about what constitutes dating, when to get theraputic help, and deafening silence on some significant issues I'm sternly enjoined not to discuss at all in public. So not so much on the guidance, then.
What led to this problem for him is the author's "sappy" sentimentality, which I put down to the generational divide and my distaste for the entire "you go girl! you got this" cheerleading thing. It looks like that might be less generational than gender based...Rob's roommate rolled his eyes so hard he saw his brain, I was instructed to say since I introduced them to that phrase and they constantly seek opportunities to use it (to my ill-disguised pride).
It's too bad. I'd hoped for a net positive result. I can't give it the requested one star, though, because I'm utterly charmed by the artwork. (Another point where we differed, he hated it.) My point being, please exercise gender bias in making this purchase as a gift. While I didn't loathe it, two males in the target population who disagree on many, many aesthetic things united in their dislike for it.
March 25, 2018
I didn't really know wha tto expect going in to this. It begins with casual "we all feel this way"-type experiences, but quickly evolves into the author reminiscing on her experiences with mental illness (specifically: depression, anxiety, and self harm). Evans really doesn't hold any punches, either, though at times her "words of wisdom" begin to feel repetitive.
The illustrations are simple, but still really interesting to the eye. Their placement was incredibly irritating- full page spread cutting sentences in half, etc. - but I don't know if that will be changed/fixed in the official publication, as I received a proof.
Otherall, it was relatable and interesting, but didn't really add anything to the conversation around being an "adult", and, due to it's subject material isn't really a cute gift to give someone.
~ I received an ARC through the bookstore I work at ~
The illustrations are simple, but still really interesting to the eye. Their placement was incredibly irritating- full page spread cutting sentences in half, etc. - but I don't know if that will be changed/fixed in the official publication, as I received a proof.
Otherall, it was relatable and interesting, but didn't really add anything to the conversation around being an "adult", and, due to it's subject material isn't really a cute gift to give someone.
~ I received an ARC through the bookstore I work at ~
July 25, 2018
4.5/5 stars.
This was not on my list but I saw it in the "New Non-Fiction" section of the library and decided it was up my alley. I love when that happens! :)
"Feeling wholly and completely understood by people who don't know you personally is a very powerful thing. Often times through songs, books, and movies, we are reminded that our feelings are universal and that we're not alone in this life."
Every chapter of this small book was extremely relevant to my life. I related to almost every word, and there really is nothing like knowing I am not alone in feeling these ways. That someone can feel almost the exact same way, be effected by the same scenarios in the same way... that's comforting in and of itself.
Given that, I don't know that this book is really about adult life per se, but rather navigating adult decisions with the added hurdles of anxiety and depression. Evans does offer a lot of coping mechanisms which is always helpful and something else I really appreciated about this book.
My only complaint is the layout of the text in relation to the illustrations (which are ADORABLE). In the beginning I tried to read the illustrations as I made my way through the text, but ended up just reading the text and going back at the end of each chapter to read the illustrations. It was genuinely annoying, which is why I shaved off the extra 1/2 star.
This was not on my list but I saw it in the "New Non-Fiction" section of the library and decided it was up my alley. I love when that happens! :)
"Feeling wholly and completely understood by people who don't know you personally is a very powerful thing. Often times through songs, books, and movies, we are reminded that our feelings are universal and that we're not alone in this life."
Every chapter of this small book was extremely relevant to my life. I related to almost every word, and there really is nothing like knowing I am not alone in feeling these ways. That someone can feel almost the exact same way, be effected by the same scenarios in the same way... that's comforting in and of itself.
Given that, I don't know that this book is really about adult life per se, but rather navigating adult decisions with the added hurdles of anxiety and depression. Evans does offer a lot of coping mechanisms which is always helpful and something else I really appreciated about this book.
My only complaint is the layout of the text in relation to the illustrations (which are ADORABLE). In the beginning I tried to read the illustrations as I made my way through the text, but ended up just reading the text and going back at the end of each chapter to read the illustrations. It was genuinely annoying, which is why I shaved off the extra 1/2 star.
December 18, 2020
4.5⭐
How did I find this book? I remember I was at the bookstore, I saw this book and got really interested because of its cute illustrations and funny title. Now that I finally read it, I have to say that I was hooked from the very first page.
There were many moments in the book where I find relatable such as screaming for your father because of a centipede in your room haha, using music as an escape from the real life or not knowing what to do after graduation. But the most relatable moment for me is that I feel the same exact way as the author when asking for help.
In summary, I truly enjoyed the book and it is a total recommendation from me :)
How did I find this book? I remember I was at the bookstore, I saw this book and got really interested because of its cute illustrations and funny title. Now that I finally read it, I have to say that I was hooked from the very first page.
There were many moments in the book where I find relatable such as screaming for your father because of a centipede in your room haha, using music as an escape from the real life or not knowing what to do after graduation. But the most relatable moment for me is that I feel the same exact way as the author when asking for help.
"Asking for help is one of the hardest things you can do as a person.
It requires you to be vulnerable and appear less strong than you would like other people to think you are. It means letting someone into your world and allowing them to see the extent of the mess you are."
In summary, I truly enjoyed the book and it is a total recommendation from me :)
September 21, 2018
RTC :)
June 4, 2018
This was the loveliest, most reassuring collection of thoughts, feelings and pro tips on living with anxiety and 'adulting'.
*I had some issues with the formatting - the writing was often interrupted needlessly by the (excellent) drawings mid-paragraph, which made me lose my flow at times.
*I had some issues with the formatting - the writing was often interrupted needlessly by the (excellent) drawings mid-paragraph, which made me lose my flow at times.
July 3, 2018
Completely relatable and enjoyable. Full review to come here and on my blog.
August 1, 2022
Ohmy this book speaks louder about my confusion in adulting t__t
Really well described about adulting, mental disorder (OCD), anxiety, with calming words. The illustration is also dope!! very well spend time if you are having reading slump or looking for light reading.
Definitely would re-read this again and again aaaaa
Really well described about adulting, mental disorder (OCD), anxiety, with calming words. The illustration is also dope!! very well spend time if you are having reading slump or looking for light reading.
Definitely would re-read this again and again aaaaa
March 31, 2018
Thanks to William Morrow for the ARC!
In the same vein of Alida Nugent, a fellow young writer loving/hating her 20’s, illustrator Beth Evans presents a brief memoir of struggles she had growing up with bullies and feeling like she didn’t fit in and evolving into an anxiety-ridden semi-adult trying not to let her up and down mental health overturn her life. Alongside illustrations which lay out plans for success as small as making that doctor appointment or getting dressed or asking for help, this quick read is a friend of anyone wondering if they’ll truly be accepted as an adult or get lost in stalking the success of former friends on the internet.
Serious subjects made fun & accessible, I certainly recommend picking this up in May.
In the same vein of Alida Nugent, a fellow young writer loving/hating her 20’s, illustrator Beth Evans presents a brief memoir of struggles she had growing up with bullies and feeling like she didn’t fit in and evolving into an anxiety-ridden semi-adult trying not to let her up and down mental health overturn her life. Alongside illustrations which lay out plans for success as small as making that doctor appointment or getting dressed or asking for help, this quick read is a friend of anyone wondering if they’ll truly be accepted as an adult or get lost in stalking the success of former friends on the internet.
Serious subjects made fun & accessible, I certainly recommend picking this up in May.
August 15, 2021
"Có lẽ bạn cũng giống tôi phần nào. Trưởng thành thật hao tâm tổn sức và khó nhằn. Bạn cứ mãi chật vật tìm kiếm vị trí của mình trong cái thế giới quái quỷ này, còn bạn bè năm xưa cùng mài đũng quần ở trường đều đã sắp kết hôn và đang oang oang khoe mẽ trên mạng như mấy kẻ thành công ngạo mạn, dù họ đúng là như thế thật. Vui nhỉ."
Mỗi lần nhìn vào tone màu tím xanh của bìa sách, mình thấy dễ chịu hẳn. Cùng với nét vẽ giản dị và câu từ như lời tâm tình, cả quyển sách có thể tóm lại bằng hai từ "chân thành". Tại thời điểm bài review này được viết, tác giả vẫn đang vật lộn với căn bệnh, với lời nhận xét "cô không thể vẽ để mà kiếm sống". Thật kì quặc khi nghệ sĩ phải đói ăn, rồi sau này chúng ta lại tung hô họ hết lời.
Quay lại quyển sách. Rất nhiều quyển đào sâu phân tích, và đưa ra giải pháp. Quyển này không. Quyển sách này đơn giản hơn thế nhiều, và cũng như người bệnh chỉ nên ăn những thực phẩm không cầu kì để dần dần hồi phục lại sức khỏe; mình nghĩ đây là quyển sách phù hợp để mọi người tìm đọc để tự chữa lành. (Và mình nghĩ đây không phải quyển sách phù hợp để hiểu về trầm cảm dưới góc độ khoa học).
Mỗi lần nhìn vào tone màu tím xanh của bìa sách, mình thấy dễ chịu hẳn. Cùng với nét vẽ giản dị và câu từ như lời tâm tình, cả quyển sách có thể tóm lại bằng hai từ "chân thành". Tại thời điểm bài review này được viết, tác giả vẫn đang vật lộn với căn bệnh, với lời nhận xét "cô không thể vẽ để mà kiếm sống". Thật kì quặc khi nghệ sĩ phải đói ăn, rồi sau này chúng ta lại tung hô họ hết lời.
Quay lại quyển sách. Rất nhiều quyển đào sâu phân tích, và đưa ra giải pháp. Quyển này không. Quyển sách này đơn giản hơn thế nhiều, và cũng như người bệnh chỉ nên ăn những thực phẩm không cầu kì để dần dần hồi phục lại sức khỏe; mình nghĩ đây là quyển sách phù hợp để mọi người tìm đọc để tự chữa lành. (Và mình nghĩ đây không phải quyển sách phù hợp để hiểu về trầm cảm dưới góc độ khoa học).
January 14, 2019
i think im gonna have to pick this up again in the next year or so and see how my perspective will change then
July 21, 2018
I love Beth Evans and really enjoyed reading this. At points, it really felt like she got me and understood exactly what it’s like to be me. A great read! I definitely recommend to anyone who suffers from anxiety or any other mental illness.
July 5, 2018
I’m pretty sure I haven’t connected to a book so much until now
April 4, 2018
I got this Uncorrected Proof from a coworker who had won it on Goodreads. I follow a bunch of Instagram illustrators, but not Beth Evans (but now I do), and flipping through it I could see her illustrations were included so I gave it a shot. Finished in two days (three reading sessions) and I enjoyed it a lot. As a person with moderate anxiety, I could relate to SO MANY of Beth's stories, including awkward social interactions, saying the wrong thing and internalizing it for days afterwards, being bullied and thinking it was my fault, etc. Its so refreshing to read that other people struggle with the same issues, especially when you don't have many friends with anxiety, or even the same kind of anxiety as you. I work in a high school library, and I am most definitely putting this book in our collection. I think the teens that read this will realize that even adults suffer from anxiety (even if we are better at hiding it) and its okay to feel that way. The ONLY thing that I didn't care for in this book was the formatting. Occasionally, an illustration (or up to three pages of illustrations) would be in between a sentence, so I would have to skip the pages of illustrations to finish the sentence, then flip back to read the illustrations. It wasn't awful, it just felt like I was being interrupted.
February 8, 2020
Historias de mi supuesta vida adulta. Esta fue la frase que me animó a comprar el libro y es que somos lo suficiente adultos para unas cosas pero para otras seguiremos siendo los niños indefensos que requieren de la ayuda de un mayor. Este libro es la compañía perfecta para un viaje o para leer de forma ligera. La autora nos habla de situaciones como la ansiedad y la depresión y sus implicaciones en el día a día, con un toque de humor y unas ilustraciones geniales. Beth nos muestra parte de sus vivencias y como pudo sobrellevar una vida con ansiedad para finalmente poder decir: estoy bien.
Disfruté mucho de esta lectura y aunque no me identifiqué con todas las situaciones creo que la autora nos ayuda a entender un poco más la ansiedad al compartir sus memorias.
Disfruté mucho de esta lectura y aunque no me identifiqué con todas las situaciones creo que la autora nos ayuda a entender un poco más la ansiedad al compartir sus memorias.
December 30, 2020
Who would have thought a book with 192 pages can leave such an remarkable impact for me. I've read this book without a huge expectation and with an empty mind, so the moment I started the first pages I knew it, this book would break me apart.
It tackles essential areas like anxiety, insecurity, OCD, and a lot more. It's probably the first time to see a statement from a real person suffering from OCD and it's whole different from the fictional books I've read in the past. This book open my mind and left me emotional invested.
Good thing about this book is that it was not messily structured and it has cute highly relatable illustrations that would make the readers captured all the time.
In conclusion, I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS!
It tackles essential areas like anxiety, insecurity, OCD, and a lot more. It's probably the first time to see a statement from a real person suffering from OCD and it's whole different from the fictional books I've read in the past. This book open my mind and left me emotional invested.
Good thing about this book is that it was not messily structured and it has cute highly relatable illustrations that would make the readers captured all the time.
In conclusion, I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS!
May 3, 2021
5 stars.
I found this completely by accident and it's adorable. I really like this. The title is misleading though. I didn't know I was about to be hit right in the feels with all this talk about anxiety, depression, ocd, and other things which are that relatable. It was a beautiful assortment of essays coupled with cute illustrations. (There are also cute checklists.) I also love that this isn't toxic positivity. It's hopeful and inspiring but it still keeps it real. Check this out. It'd worth at least some of your time.
I found this completely by accident and it's adorable. I really like this. The title is misleading though. I didn't know I was about to be hit right in the feels with all this talk about anxiety, depression, ocd, and other things which are that relatable. It was a beautiful assortment of essays coupled with cute illustrations. (There are also cute checklists.) I also love that this isn't toxic positivity. It's hopeful and inspiring but it still keeps it real. Check this out. It'd worth at least some of your time.
September 24, 2018
Ulasan lengkap: http://bit.ly/IReallyDidntAdult
Keberanian penulis dalam mengungkap pengalaman-pengalaman buruknya amat mampu memberikan gambaran konkret kepada pembaca untuk setuju dengan "nasihat-nasihat"-nya. Buku yang bagus!
Keberanian penulis dalam mengungkap pengalaman-pengalaman buruknya amat mampu memberikan gambaran konkret kepada pembaca untuk setuju dengan "nasihat-nasihat"-nya. Buku yang bagus!
November 7, 2019
amei demais me senti tão identificada!!! e sinto que alguma coisa vai me ajudar mais pra frente e quem sabe eu volte a ler ele de novo.
December 20, 2018
"Self-love is all over the place right now, as a positive movement to help people accept themselves. But for a lot of us, it can be a real challenge."
"Self-love is going to be impossible some days and can seem like the most daunting challenge ever. After all, we allow ourselves to get frustrated and annoyed with others, so it’s only natural to feel that way about ourselves sometimes. We are with ourselves 24/7, and that’s a lot of freaking time to spend with someone."
"Anxiety is a powerful thing, and when it decides to strike, it can take many different, often demoralizing forms. Suddenly the only thing you can focus on is the absolute, fundamental sense of dread and upset storming inside you."
"Anxiety is hard enough to deal with on your own and even harder to want to tackle when people make fun of you. Finding balance is truly a daily struggle. Sometimes keeping your head up seems impossible, especially when it’s easier to just give in to fear, even though you know it’s not good for you."
"Some people who aren’t depressed or upset feel that if you just strive for it enough, you can think yourself to happiness. Sadly, things don’t work this way, and by the time you’ve heard a “just be positive” speech for the hundredth time, you’re ready to whack that person with a yoga mat or shove some kale in their mouth to get them to shut up."
"Oftentimes through songs, books, and movies, we are reminded that our feelings are universal and that we’re not alone in this life. Everyone has their own thing that speaks down to the depths of their soul, soothes them, and picks up their broken pieces on bad days."
"While it’s good to think about other people, in a situation where you are being repeatedly hurt, it’s okay to want to just focus on yourself and your feelings. Forgiveness can come when you’re ready, if it ever comes at all. That’s up to no one but you."
"Moments of trouble may come and cloud your life, but you will always manage to shine through, even if it’s the most difficult thing in the world. People can see the good in you, even if you can’t always see it for yourself."
"Self-love is going to be impossible some days and can seem like the most daunting challenge ever. After all, we allow ourselves to get frustrated and annoyed with others, so it’s only natural to feel that way about ourselves sometimes. We are with ourselves 24/7, and that’s a lot of freaking time to spend with someone."
"Anxiety is a powerful thing, and when it decides to strike, it can take many different, often demoralizing forms. Suddenly the only thing you can focus on is the absolute, fundamental sense of dread and upset storming inside you."
"Anxiety is hard enough to deal with on your own and even harder to want to tackle when people make fun of you. Finding balance is truly a daily struggle. Sometimes keeping your head up seems impossible, especially when it’s easier to just give in to fear, even though you know it’s not good for you."
"Some people who aren’t depressed or upset feel that if you just strive for it enough, you can think yourself to happiness. Sadly, things don’t work this way, and by the time you’ve heard a “just be positive” speech for the hundredth time, you’re ready to whack that person with a yoga mat or shove some kale in their mouth to get them to shut up."
"Oftentimes through songs, books, and movies, we are reminded that our feelings are universal and that we’re not alone in this life. Everyone has their own thing that speaks down to the depths of their soul, soothes them, and picks up their broken pieces on bad days."
"While it’s good to think about other people, in a situation where you are being repeatedly hurt, it’s okay to want to just focus on yourself and your feelings. Forgiveness can come when you’re ready, if it ever comes at all. That’s up to no one but you."
"Moments of trouble may come and cloud your life, but you will always manage to shine through, even if it’s the most difficult thing in the world. People can see the good in you, even if you can’t always see it for yourself."
September 25, 2018
I really didn't think that i will supeerrrrrrrrrrr enjoy this book.
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April 3, 2022
Picked it based on a few posts I saw of snippets from the book. It’s a very short read but I took my time to go through it, a few chapters at a time, partly since I was engrossed in a couple of other books.
I have to say, this book is quite a must-read for anyone who’s worried about being certified by the world. It’s presented from the point of view of a young lady who’s stepping into adulthood but can easily be true for many others. The cartoons are also spot-on and keep up the humorous side of the book; it sure isn’t my last read of Beth Evans.
Won’t take more than a couple of hours so strongly suggest picking it up. Just sharing a few pearls from the book, which might motivate you to check it out.
“There’s always going to be someone out there who is doing better than you. There’s also someone doing worse than you. It’s an endless cycle of competition that’s so unnecessary.”
“Although the Internet is a murky place, sometimes it can lead to friendships in the most unlikely places.”
“Self-care is so unique and important and vital to our well-being. It’s good to remember to take care of ourselves too, because the people we take care of would want that from us. We tend to forget that other people view us so differently from how we view ourselves.”
I have to say, this book is quite a must-read for anyone who’s worried about being certified by the world. It’s presented from the point of view of a young lady who’s stepping into adulthood but can easily be true for many others. The cartoons are also spot-on and keep up the humorous side of the book; it sure isn’t my last read of Beth Evans.
Won’t take more than a couple of hours so strongly suggest picking it up. Just sharing a few pearls from the book, which might motivate you to check it out.
“There’s always going to be someone out there who is doing better than you. There’s also someone doing worse than you. It’s an endless cycle of competition that’s so unnecessary.”
“Although the Internet is a murky place, sometimes it can lead to friendships in the most unlikely places.”
“Self-care is so unique and important and vital to our well-being. It’s good to remember to take care of ourselves too, because the people we take care of would want that from us. We tend to forget that other people view us so differently from how we view ourselves.”
June 19, 2018
3.5 stars
February 9, 2019
This book was very enjoyable for hearing someone else's experience with mental health. I just wished the comics were placed in a way that didn't cut into sentences at times making me skip them to finish the sentence or paragraph and then go back to read the comic and then back again to the writing. I wish there was a 4.5 stars to give since this visual set up was the only thing that I would want changed.
September 1, 2018
Mental illness sucks, and Beth Evans knows it. Her drawings were spot-on, and although some of her words felt a bit cloying, I did appreciate how much I related to a lot of her experiences. Everyone who struggles with their brain being mean to them should check out this book and her online comics, because she tells it like is, and makes you feel a little less alone.
July 30, 2018
Las personas que sufren de ansiedad siempre serán vistos como bichos raros, por más que la sociedad se empeñe en “normalizarlo”. Este pequeño diario nos involucra en lo más profundo de los problemas de ansiedad, lo humaniza y nos hace entender el calvario que se vive.
April 15, 2022
Mungkin yang dialami penulis emang ngga persis dengan yg kualami, tapi banyak hal disini terasa relate denganku. Tentang bagaimana menjadi dewasa, tentang teman online yg terasa sangat dekat, dan sebagainya. Karena relate tadi, jadi terasa menyenangkan saat membaca buku ini.
February 15, 2018
I just felt very very seen in this book.
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July 7, 2022Contains themes of : Anxiety , depression, OCD , self-harm , bullying …
“I also have a bunch of embarrassing stories, because embarrassment is one of the things I seem to be really good at. ”
“We are with ourselves 24/7, and that’s a lot of freaking time to spend with someone.
Be nice, be kind, be gentle with yourself and others. Wear nice nail polish, listen to the music you like, and the rest will come together. Or something.”
“Asking for help is one of the hardest things you can do as a person.
It requires you to be vulnerable and appear less strong than you would like other people to think you are.”
“Sometimes we get caught up in the idea that self-love has to be thinking we’re great 100 percent of the time. Often it’s something much less exciting, like treating ourselves with respect or holding our brains back a bit when we want to attack ourselves. In a world where we’re taught to be one kind of perfect or another, sometimes seeing beauty in the imperfection is the best thing we can do.
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“Bullies exist in all parts of life. Even into adulthood, there are people who enjoy knocking down others for fun. It’s usually more subtle, through backhanded compliments, rude remarks, and gossip. ”
“I also have a bunch of embarrassing stories, because embarrassment is one of the things I seem to be really good at. ”
“We are with ourselves 24/7, and that’s a lot of freaking time to spend with someone.
Be nice, be kind, be gentle with yourself and others. Wear nice nail polish, listen to the music you like, and the rest will come together. Or something.”
“Asking for help is one of the hardest things you can do as a person.
It requires you to be vulnerable and appear less strong than you would like other people to think you are.”
“Sometimes we get caught up in the idea that self-love has to be thinking we’re great 100 percent of the time. Often it’s something much less exciting, like treating ourselves with respect or holding our brains back a bit when we want to attack ourselves. In a world where we’re taught to be one kind of perfect or another, sometimes seeing beauty in the imperfection is the best thing we can do.
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“Bullies exist in all parts of life. Even into adulthood, there are people who enjoy knocking down others for fun. It’s usually more subtle, through backhanded compliments, rude remarks, and gossip. ”
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