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magicgardener's review
3.0
On a more serious note, this comic does highlight how mindfulness is experienced and felt differently based on one’s circumstances. Taking large chunks of time to exercise mindfulness is a privilege.
marianguish's review
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
2.5
I couldn't justify giving this a higher rating, but this made me chuckle as I have had some dubious personal and professional experiences with mcmindfulness.
"anna was concentrating on her own feelings like her cystitis" was probably the best line
"anna was concentrating on her own feelings like her cystitis" was probably the best line
jeanz's review
3.0
INITIAL THOUGHTS
I truthfully wasn't totally sure this would be as funny a read as the other titles of the series. Will it be an amusing look at mindfulness or could it go too far and just come across as a book poking fun at something still considered by some as "new age" thinking.
REVIEW
I received a free e-arc of this book via Netgalley in exchange for my honest opinion/review.
Hmm I suppose a lot of people (me included to be totally honest) will be asking the question of what is mindfulness? Is it meditation? (my first thought at "Mindfulness") Is it just taking some "quiet time" or "me time" for yourself to be alone and relaxing?
The book itself asks this question and the answers . . . .
"Mindfulness is the skill of thinking you are doing something when you are doing nothing!"
"One of the best things about mindfulness is that you get to do a lot of sitting down" (If thats the case I need a whole lot of Mindfulness in my life!)
And finally "Sitting down is good for the mind because so much positive energy is stored in the lap" (huh?)
Now that could be taken two ways, either an extremely simplified explanation, or what a "non believer" of Mindfulness would say. It's certainly a thought provoking portrayal of mindfulness.
The main quote that made me smirk and giggle the most in this book was....
'"There is more wisdom in a waterfall than there is in a hundred men",say's Jake. Jake is always saying things like this. His ex-wife's sister call's him Jerk."
These books do make you laugh out loud at times so be ready for some odd looks if you are reading them in a public place. Though I suppose you could say reading them in public and laughing could make these books fantastic conversation starters.
So did I enjoy the book? Yes I enjoyed reading the book.
Would I recommend the book? As a gift book, or even a treat/pick-me-up for yourself when you're feeling a little down in the mouth, the answer is yes!
Would I read another book in this specific series/type? I have already, and I'd love to read more of them.
Would I want to read other titles by Jason Hazeley and/or Joel Morris? I will most definitely taking a look at some of their other books. I have my eye on a few as possible stocking filler presents for Christmas.
FINAL THOUGHTS
Fun read!
I truthfully wasn't totally sure this would be as funny a read as the other titles of the series. Will it be an amusing look at mindfulness or could it go too far and just come across as a book poking fun at something still considered by some as "new age" thinking.
REVIEW
I received a free e-arc of this book via Netgalley in exchange for my honest opinion/review.
Hmm I suppose a lot of people (me included to be totally honest) will be asking the question of what is mindfulness? Is it meditation? (my first thought at "Mindfulness") Is it just taking some "quiet time" or "me time" for yourself to be alone and relaxing?
The book itself asks this question and the answers . . . .
"Mindfulness is the skill of thinking you are doing something when you are doing nothing!"
"One of the best things about mindfulness is that you get to do a lot of sitting down" (If thats the case I need a whole lot of Mindfulness in my life!)
And finally "Sitting down is good for the mind because so much positive energy is stored in the lap" (huh?)
Now that could be taken two ways, either an extremely simplified explanation, or what a "non believer" of Mindfulness would say. It's certainly a thought provoking portrayal of mindfulness.
The main quote that made me smirk and giggle the most in this book was....
'"There is more wisdom in a waterfall than there is in a hundred men",say's Jake. Jake is always saying things like this. His ex-wife's sister call's him Jerk."
These books do make you laugh out loud at times so be ready for some odd looks if you are reading them in a public place. Though I suppose you could say reading them in public and laughing could make these books fantastic conversation starters.
So did I enjoy the book? Yes I enjoyed reading the book.
Would I recommend the book? As a gift book, or even a treat/pick-me-up for yourself when you're feeling a little down in the mouth, the answer is yes!
Would I read another book in this specific series/type? I have already, and I'd love to read more of them.
Would I want to read other titles by Jason Hazeley and/or Joel Morris? I will most definitely taking a look at some of their other books. I have my eye on a few as possible stocking filler presents for Christmas.
FINAL THOUGHTS
Fun read!
foreverautumn's review
4.0
To be honest I'm marking this book as a read just so I can finish my Goodreads challenge for this year ^_^
That being said, even though this book is only 50 or so pages, it was a really funny read. 2020 has been a tough year and I needed a laugh. This book honestly made me laugh out loud and I'm so glad I got this.
Would recommend picking these books up if you need a 10 minute pick-me-up.
That being said, even though this book is only 50 or so pages, it was a really funny read. 2020 has been a tough year and I needed a laugh. This book honestly made me laugh out loud and I'm so glad I got this.
Would recommend picking these books up if you need a 10 minute pick-me-up.
debsd's review
3.0
If you're of a certain age and place (like me), you started out on Ladybird books. And, ah, how of-that-time-and-place they are! This, like the others I skimmed in the university bookshop (yes, really), takes the piss out of those classic Ladybirds wonderfully.
shelfofunread's review
5.0
These are always funny and make perfect stocking fillers! I am now perfectly primed for leading a more mindful life...