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Standing on My Brother's Shoulders
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'A deeply affecting memoir. Tara's courageous book tracks the nature and processes of destruction,...
On Gender, Labor, and Inequality
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Ruth Milkman's groundbreaking research in women's labor history has contributed important...
What a beautiful book! I absolutely loved reading this. It's about an Iraqi refugee in Australia and her mum and younger brother. She's trying to fit in at school while at the same time trying to help her mum who is struggling with the change in culture (especially language) while being in what appears to be a state of depression. It is beautifully written. It is a story that really touches the heart.
The Unveiling of Polly Forrest by Charlotte Whitney
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Rural Michigan, 1934. During the throes of the Great Depression Polly marries for money. After...
Historical Mystery
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I have been very interested in reading as many anxiety/depression self help books as I possibly can as I believe it's something that I need to overcome. Depression is a really awful thing to suffer from and so I am willing to do whatever it takes to cure it, improve it or even to just learn to live with it.
After reading the back of the book when I came across it at the library I thought it sounded like a fantastic idea and perhaps something that could really improve my outlook on life. I was, however, a bit disappointed with this one as in my opinion it is a very good idea which has been very poorly executed. The sections within the book became very very repetitive, I couldn't stay interested and once I had finished it it left me with a 'meh' feeling...I was definitely hoping for more.
The language in some places was a bit technical and therefore cold and uncaring, however, I did enjoy the illustrations even though they were very child-like. There are definitely better self help books out there, on the other hand, I still recommend reading this one as the idea is very interesting and the way the 'conditions' are approached is somewhat unique yet not very broad. Read this if you are willing to try anything in order to understand depression and anxiety more but I must say this one isn't at the top of my list.
I have been very interested in reading as many anxiety/depression self help books as I possibly can as I believe it's something that I need to overcome. Depression is a really awful thing to suffer from and so I am willing to do whatever it takes to cure it, improve it or even to just learn to live with it.
After reading the back of the book when I came across it at the library I thought it sounded like a fantastic idea and perhaps something that could really improve my outlook on life. I was, however, a bit disappointed with this one as in my opinion it is a very good idea which has been very poorly executed. The sections within the book became very very repetitive, I couldn't stay interested and once I had finished it it left me with a 'meh' feeling...I was definitely hoping for more.
The language in some places was a bit technical and therefore cold and uncaring, however, I did enjoy the illustrations even though they were very child-like. There are definitely better self help books out there, on the other hand, I still recommend reading this one as the idea is very interesting and the way the 'conditions' are approached is somewhat unique yet not very broad. Read this if you are willing to try anything in order to understand depression and anxiety more but I must say this one isn't at the top of my list.
Yoshi (40 KP) rated If You Feel Too Much in Books
May 19, 2018
This book comes from the founder of the nonprofit organization To Write Love On Her Arms. I would highly recommend it to anyone who has ever struggled with depression themself, or perhaps has been touched by someone who has. Throughout the book, Jamie talks about how the organization started in the first place, some of the friends he's made and lost along the way, and his own personal struggles despite what he's fighting for every single day.
Erika (17788 KP) rated England Is Mine (2017) in Movies
Mar 15, 2018
So, you know a movie is good when you think about it for days after the fact. I watched this movie four days ago, and I like it the more I think about it. The film was about Morrissey's earlier years and it felt authentic. I was impressed by the way depression was portrayed, which is probably why I liked it so much. I also really liked Jack Lowden (who I find super attractive) as Morrissey, again, very authentic.
Chris Hooker (419 KP) rated Wildsky in Books
Jun 30, 2018
I really enjoyed the love story in this book but more importantly the messege about depression an mental health. The author dealt with these issues in a very thoughtful and caring manner. The love story shows how important having someone to confide in and care is to someone dealing with the demons in their own head. I would definately recommend this book. I think, besides being and enjoyable read, that it may be able to help some people.
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