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A review by saarahnina
Autism, Anxiety and Me: A Diary in Even Numbers by Emma Louise Bridge
5.0
Incredibly Insightful
This book is incredibly insightful, and I'm glad to have read it. Emma wisely acknowledges, in this book, that people with autism are individuals and that no two cases are the same- but, this doesn't take away the usefulness of this book. I loved it, and I'm at awe of her thoughtfulness: she wrote it with the beautiful intention of helping people feel less alone, and of educating those who know little about autism. There's no doubt she succeeded.
It was comforting and less overwhelming to read this book mostly because it was written in a diary format. This approach I'd say was the best way to go, as was the commentary which accompanied each diary entry. I was pleased that the commentary was written as a way of proposing suggestions or putting forward some tips and, that there was some reflection of what worked and what didn't. Rather than just plain instructions or a definitive method- again, wisely taking into consideration that it may not work for everyone.
As someone who likes to understand and be able to explain human behaviour, this book is amongst the best I've found. It makes you smile, while offering you advice, and presents you tbe opportunity to look at the world's complexities in a new perspective. The world is confusing for us all, in different ways. There's so much I've taken for granted, or never spared a thought about. Things which actually seem to be puzzling and difficult for others. For example, staying home alone, walking out my front door for a brisk morning walk, or having a laugh with a friend, even gardening! Yet, still, I'm convinced that I've found a kindred spirit in Emma Louise Bridge. For one thing, neither of us understand social 'rules', those rules which haven't yet been put on paper. Believe me, I understand her frustration.
I'm glad to have read this book, and I commend Emma and her mother Penny for this book. It was a brilliant idea, written well. And, it was pretty brave, there aren't many people willing to share their diaries with the world. I've no doubt that this book will be well received and helpful to so many other people. Even if only to prevent bullying, and to tackle damaging misconceptions. In all honesty, this is quite a feat in itself!
I received this book through NetGalley.
This book is incredibly insightful, and I'm glad to have read it. Emma wisely acknowledges, in this book, that people with autism are individuals and that no two cases are the same- but, this doesn't take away the usefulness of this book. I loved it, and I'm at awe of her thoughtfulness: she wrote it with the beautiful intention of helping people feel less alone, and of educating those who know little about autism. There's no doubt she succeeded.
It was comforting and less overwhelming to read this book mostly because it was written in a diary format. This approach I'd say was the best way to go, as was the commentary which accompanied each diary entry. I was pleased that the commentary was written as a way of proposing suggestions or putting forward some tips and, that there was some reflection of what worked and what didn't. Rather than just plain instructions or a definitive method- again, wisely taking into consideration that it may not work for everyone.
As someone who likes to understand and be able to explain human behaviour, this book is amongst the best I've found. It makes you smile, while offering you advice, and presents you tbe opportunity to look at the world's complexities in a new perspective. The world is confusing for us all, in different ways. There's so much I've taken for granted, or never spared a thought about. Things which actually seem to be puzzling and difficult for others. For example, staying home alone, walking out my front door for a brisk morning walk, or having a laugh with a friend, even gardening! Yet, still, I'm convinced that I've found a kindred spirit in Emma Louise Bridge. For one thing, neither of us understand social 'rules', those rules which haven't yet been put on paper. Believe me, I understand her frustration.
I'm glad to have read this book, and I commend Emma and her mother Penny for this book. It was a brilliant idea, written well. And, it was pretty brave, there aren't many people willing to share their diaries with the world. I've no doubt that this book will be well received and helpful to so many other people. Even if only to prevent bullying, and to tackle damaging misconceptions. In all honesty, this is quite a feat in itself!
I received this book through NetGalley.