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emziekath's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
fast-paced
4.0
sjw84's review against another edition
5.0
I have not read any of Briony’s previous books, and picked this up on a whim whilst supermarket shopping. I am very glad I did. Although it didn’t tell me anything ‘new’ per se about how to better manage my mental health, it was put across in such an empathetic and genuine way that it felt like a hug from a friend. Exactly what I needed, when I needed it.
dennasus's review against another edition
emotional
informative
inspiring
slow-paced
4.0
Another great book from Bryony. I've been working on my own mental health issues for a while now, so I've known about many of the techniques / advice in this book. But it definitely helped as a reminder.
hanxiety_in_pink's review against another edition
4.0
I’ve been trying to read at least one non-fiction book every month this year and, after hitting a little low in my mental health again over the last few weeks, it felt like a good time to take this one off the shelf.
It’s a practical guide to mental health, short and plain-speaking, with chapters covering ‘The Basics’ of mental well-being, ‘How To Ask For Help’ and ‘The Importance Of Helping Others’ as well as a whole chapter on ‘Lockdown’ and the lasting effects it has had on the mental health of so many. Gordon writes about the woefully underfunded NHS mental health provisions and the apparent lack of importance that successive Governments place upon them, she stresses the importance of knowing that you have the right to ask for help (and to keep on asking if you don’t get it).
I particularly liked the way she spoke about meditation and mindfulness, the practices that are exalted as the way to a ‘happy’ brain, great in theory but sometimes impossible with a noisy and anxious mind.
I really enjoyed this quick little read, I’m not saying it’s cured me, but it definitely was grounding. Practical and sensible advice is usually exactly what I need when my brain gets carried away with itself and I’m sure I’m not the only one who feels that. I’d recommend it to anyone who feels like they just need a good sensible talking to sometimes!
It’s a practical guide to mental health, short and plain-speaking, with chapters covering ‘The Basics’ of mental well-being, ‘How To Ask For Help’ and ‘The Importance Of Helping Others’ as well as a whole chapter on ‘Lockdown’ and the lasting effects it has had on the mental health of so many. Gordon writes about the woefully underfunded NHS mental health provisions and the apparent lack of importance that successive Governments place upon them, she stresses the importance of knowing that you have the right to ask for help (and to keep on asking if you don’t get it).
I particularly liked the way she spoke about meditation and mindfulness, the practices that are exalted as the way to a ‘happy’ brain, great in theory but sometimes impossible with a noisy and anxious mind.
I really enjoyed this quick little read, I’m not saying it’s cured me, but it definitely was grounding. Practical and sensible advice is usually exactly what I need when my brain gets carried away with itself and I’m sure I’m not the only one who feels that. I’d recommend it to anyone who feels like they just need a good sensible talking to sometimes!
jellybean1981's review against another edition
5.0
Brilliant book, really enjoyed reading it. Bryony is extremely honest & doesn't hold back.
amongstchaosshereads's review against another edition
Well written .. what I needed at the time.
char1otte's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
4.0
nikkideeley's review against another edition
4.0
A quick, informative tool-kit with a lot of clear advice on how to access help. Bryony Gordon writes about mental health with an honest, raw view which is very relatable and much easier to digest as it is clear she understands having struggled herself. This book doesn’t necessarily have any revolutionary techniques but a good strong message about there being no quick-fix and doing the work. All in all, a decent read, take what you need and what resonates from the book and leave what doesn’t speak to you.