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sipsnstories's review against another edition
informative
slow-paced
4.0
I don’t usually gravitate toward nonfiction, but as a twenty-something facing some unexpected mental health challenges, I figured this might be both insightful and helpful.
I’ll admit, the author’s bold claim early on—that most twentysomethings are overmedicated—almost put me off. While I do believe we face a pharmaceutical crisis and that overprescription is a real issue, I also think medication can be life-changing for many people. The author’s blunt tone had me nervous, but it quickly became clear she knows her stuff.
Once I let go of any preconceived notions and embraced the idea that there’s no one-size-fits-all solution to mental health, I found the book surprisingly useful. I realized that not every piece of advice would resonate with me, but there were takeaways I could apply to my own life.
Was the advice groundbreaking? Not really—but that’s what makes it motivating. It’s empowering to know that small, tangible changes are within our control. We often look for quick fixes or magic solutions to our problems, but sometimes it’s about developing skills and learning how to handle difficult moments. Over time, those moments become a little easier to navigate.
Will this work for everyone? Definitely not. But I do think (and hope) many will find something in it that speaks to them.
I’ll admit, the author’s bold claim early on—that most twentysomethings are overmedicated—almost put me off. While I do believe we face a pharmaceutical crisis and that overprescription is a real issue, I also think medication can be life-changing for many people. The author’s blunt tone had me nervous, but it quickly became clear she knows her stuff.
Once I let go of any preconceived notions and embraced the idea that there’s no one-size-fits-all solution to mental health, I found the book surprisingly useful. I realized that not every piece of advice would resonate with me, but there were takeaways I could apply to my own life.
Was the advice groundbreaking? Not really—but that’s what makes it motivating. It’s empowering to know that small, tangible changes are within our control. We often look for quick fixes or magic solutions to our problems, but sometimes it’s about developing skills and learning how to handle difficult moments. Over time, those moments become a little easier to navigate.
Will this work for everyone? Definitely not. But I do think (and hope) many will find something in it that speaks to them.
lottie1803's review against another edition
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
4.0
belowaveraj's review against another edition
4.0
A good surface level overview of the many dimensions of life, all of which are confusing but fun to figure out
jamz02's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
5.0
This book is a game-changer. Jay expertly offers practical advice and anecdotes that address all aspects of life in your twenties, all while pushing the reader to become their best possible self. Reading this book truly felt as if Jay was in the room rooting for you and I will always treasure what I was able to learn from this book.
daisymaytwizell's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
5.0
I swear you're gonna find me standing on a street corner somewhere waving copies of this book at people like a victorian newspaper boy.
I started reading this book after I made the decision to come off my antidepressants after 5 years, so it did find me at a particularly perfect time. But honestly, this book is incredible. Dr Jay never feels like they're talking down to twentysomethings, but they do refocus the lens just enough to make everything seem manageable: "this is really difficult, but it's actually for a different reason than you think, and isn't this one easier to tackle?"
Would highly highly recommend - especially to twentysomethings, obviously, but I think there's something significant for anyone in learning how to say "you'll grow out of it" in a way that's actually constructive and supportive.
I started reading this book after I made the decision to come off my antidepressants after 5 years, so it did find me at a particularly perfect time. But honestly, this book is incredible. Dr Jay never feels like they're talking down to twentysomethings, but they do refocus the lens just enough to make everything seem manageable: "this is really difficult, but it's actually for a different reason than you think, and isn't this one easier to tackle?"
Would highly highly recommend - especially to twentysomethings, obviously, but I think there's something significant for anyone in learning how to say "you'll grow out of it" in a way that's actually constructive and supportive.