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The Age of Magical Overthinking: Notes on Modern Irrationality by Amanda Montell
2.0
I unfortunately have to give up after finishing 57% of this audiobook. The author includes many opinions and personal experiences that do not blend well with common psychological concepts. Her conclusions seemed unconvincing and each chapter didn't evoke any kind of emotions in me, just like rambling on and on tbh.
Medicine Wheel for the Planet: A Journey Toward Personal and Ecological Healing by Jennifer Grenz
3.0
Portrait of a Body by Julie Delporte
3.0
"In therapy, I was encouraged to console my inner child. It was excruciating. That kid felt so ashamed that I couldn't even get close to her. The thought herself unworthy of anyone's love. Maybe the sense I have of being cut off from others comes from the deep hole of that shame.
I used to think that we call victims of incest 'survivors' because they've come through it alive. In no way did I identify with the word survivor. It was too strong. I didn't feel like I'd come close to death. But now I understand it differently. We depend on others for love and recognition. Also for warm and food, just like mammals. For survival."
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"She hadn't learned what she wanted from love, nor what a boundary was. She was surviving."
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Beautifully executed in words yet still kind of distracting when it comes to the art itself: the illustrations are more like a compilation of all the things that had been created but they didn't add up many layers for the writing. I finished the book and felt like something was still missing - it is still incomplete because the writer is still at the beginning of a chapter of her life, and there are still so many things to ponder.
I used to think that we call victims of incest 'survivors' because they've come through it alive. In no way did I identify with the word survivor. It was too strong. I didn't feel like I'd come close to death. But now I understand it differently. We depend on others for love and recognition. Also for warm and food, just like mammals. For survival."
*
"She hadn't learned what she wanted from love, nor what a boundary was. She was surviving."
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Beautifully executed in words yet still kind of distracting when it comes to the art itself: the illustrations are more like a compilation of all the things that had been created but they didn't add up many layers for the writing. I finished the book and felt like something was still missing - it is still incomplete because the writer is still at the beginning of a chapter of her life, and there are still so many things to ponder.
The Gulf by Adam de Souza
4.0
“You have to always do what you can. You have to always feel. Life is awful and beautiful, and you just have to keep feeling and pushing through, toward what is unassailably good and right.”
Adam de Souza holds immense potential as a comic artist whose entire collection of published books I want to gather.
The Gulf is different from what I had anticipated: far from being dramatic but a visual delight, brimming with cinematic panels; not that kind of love triangle and traumatic plot but still a relatable coming-of-age narrative. I particularly appreciated the excellent use of perspective and the skilful execution of monochrome and lighting on each page. I am eagerly looking forward to his future work.
Adam de Souza holds immense potential as a comic artist whose entire collection of published books I want to gather.
The Gulf is different from what I had anticipated: far from being dramatic but a visual delight, brimming with cinematic panels; not that kind of love triangle and traumatic plot but still a relatable coming-of-age narrative. I particularly appreciated the excellent use of perspective and the skilful execution of monochrome and lighting on each page. I am eagerly looking forward to his future work.
Roaming by Jillian Tamaki, Mariko Tamaki
4.0
The experience of reading this book is akin to embarking on a vivid visual journey through the bustling streets of New York City. Despite the limited color palette, each page bursts with vibrant life, inviting the reader to savor every detail. The storyline holds untapped potential for further exploration, making it a thoroughly engaging read.
The Wisdom of Nurses: Stories of Grit from the Front Lines by Sara Fung, Amie Archibald-Varley
4.0
It is a witty and insightful book about nurses and the healthcare system, particularly in Canada. The book features stories from nurses with various backgrounds who persevered to advance in their careers despite numerous obstacles. It would make a lovely gift for any nurse in your life!