The Comfort Book

This hit the right spot at the right time. Very short and very helpful.

So many thoughts, so many realizations, so many pondering thoughts … so beautifully orchestrated together to become wisdom, help, and hope. I want to read it again and again.

This is the third book I’ve read from Matt Haig, and I have to give him credit for not constraining himself to one genre. There does seem to be an underlying theme to his work, at least what I’ve seen of it so far (“The Midnight Library” and “Humans”) and that is hope and positive change, especially mentally and emotionally, through thoughtful introspection and self discovery. That theme has never been more prevalent than in this book. “The Comfort Book” is not a fiction story that portrays the human condition through extraordinary circumstances, rather it’s a series of musings, thoughts, quotes, lists, and the occasional anecdote that all give the reader something to think about in terms of our self esteem and self worth. He doesn’t have all the answers, nor does he pretend to at any point. He just offers a different perspective on how to look at life, wisdom he has gained through his battles with severe depression and anxiety disorders. I really admire him for having the outlook he writes about, considering the emotional burden he has carried. This book might not necessarily change your entire life, but I think if you read it slowly and carefully, taking the time to let the ideas bounce around in your mind and really ingest what he’s saying, I think you’ll find some comforting perspectives. There’s a lot to quote, and honestly I don’t think I’ve ever highlighted so many lines in a book before, but a lot of it makes the most sense in context, so it doesn’t just seem like a series of fortune cookie sayings on their own. I think if you go into this expecting to find all the answers to dealing with emotional trauma, or you just blow through the short passages to read the book faster, and don’t take the time to really think about what you just read, you’ll be doing yourself a disservice. This book has to be read slowly, carefully, and thoughtfully. I have to highly recommend this one, and while it’s not my favorite book ever, as some of the perspectives were a little too metaphysical for me, even while keeping an open mind, I think it may be the best book I’ve read this year, and I think in our troubled times, we could all use some perspective like Matt Haig’s.

It's really a comfort book. I enjoyed reading it and remind me of a few true statements that made me feel I worth as a human being.

This book provides practical ways of dealing with depression and suicidal ideation. The author also provides comfort to people who are going through a rough patch. I would also recommend this to parents, spouses, or anyone that has a loved one experiencing addiction. I believe the author, Matt Haig, has possibly saved a few lives by writing this book. Thanks Matt.

A mixed of short antidotes to help you think with a different perspective on ideas. Halfway through I started to feel I was in a psychiatric counseling session for suicidal depression, phobia, self worth, and debilitating anxiety. He admits to having these mental health issues and uses his experiences to shine light on issues the reader may be going through. I applaud him for continuing to conquer his demons, and this may very well be a good book for a person that is severely depressed. However, it gets a little dark for someone just looking for a “comfort”, cozy, feel good book. One of his fears he talks about in the book is the fear of death and uncertainty, and how he rationalizes it. My strong belief in Christianity has a simple answer to that anxiety, GOD 🙏🏼💜

This book is very beautiful and brings peace and hope. If you are struggling with mental health get professional help (start with a good psychologist that clicks with you, try until you find one) and also get this book because this man has been through a lot and is still here and now has an amazing family and he is well and he is happy. Life is worth it, bad days don't stay forever and you can always change for the better and enjoy the rest of your life. This man and his wife have been through it all and they are a good example of the power of not giving up. I know it's easier said than done but there is only one of you and I want to see you alive and well. 🩷 Bless you!

I wanted to read something different and I didn't even read the synopsis of this book when I began reading it. I loved it. I learned about philosophers, different events in the world. This was combined with a motivational, heartfelt message about life. It's not a how-to book, but rather you are meant to interpret his message as it favors you. The control bit hit very close to home for a control freak like me. It was an easy read. Definitely easy to pick up and read if you have fine minutes a day.

The book lives up to it's title, it is very comforting, for all types of situations. Matt aHaig is a beloved author, who reaches deep into his soul to bring the best of himself forward, in an effort to bring comfort to whomever seeks it in his book. I loved it, and will be re-reading it as needed.

Offre molti spunti di riflessione per chi ha un po' smarrito la propria serenità.

Great book

Me gustó mucho! Es de mis autores favoritos

I recommend it for kids under 13