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Reasons to Stay Alive

By: Matt Haig
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WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO FEEL TRULY ALIVE?

Aged 24, Matt Haig's world caved in. He could see no way to go on living. This is the true story of how he came through crisis, triumphed over an illness that almost destroyed him and learned to live again.

A moving, funny and joyous exploration of how to live better, love better and feel more alive, Reasons to Stay Alive is more than a memoir. It is a book about making the most of your time on earth.

'I wrote this book because the oldest clichés remain the truest. Time heals. The bottom of the valley never provides the clearest view. The tunnel does have light at the end of it, even if we haven't been able to see it . . . Words, just sometimes, really can set you free.'

©2015 Matt Haig (P)2015 Canongate Books Ltd Essays Mental Health Mood Disorders Personal Development Psychology & Mental Health
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Critic reviews

"Maybe the most important book I've read this year." (Simon Mayo)
"A life-saving book." (Amanda Craig)
"Brings a difficult and sensitive subject out of the darkness and into the light." (Michael Palin)
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I found the narrative a bit superfluous and because of that, I was dying for it to be over. That said, I stillI appreciated the author's courage to talk about his experiences, despite the redundancy. I listened to this book because I was hoping to learn how others document their experiences with depression. While I don't struggle with anxiety, I am plagued with chronic loneliness and also trying to document my experience.

Honest even with the redundancy

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Short chapters well narrated and even though the subject is "fear" there is a lot of fun in the book. I really enjoyed the book & the way it was honestly written & narrated & I intend listening to it again.

Helpful

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Just the words I needed to hear.
Thank you.
It puts my struggles in perspective.

GREAT BOOK

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It makes you feel better, even it is about dark things. Depression needs to be normalized. Good experience!

Easy to reach!

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Excellent book written from the heart with absolute sincerity. A book I will go back to many times.

From the heart.

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Honest and beautiful book. The key Message from this book will help me to Value everything about life for the rest of my life. I read it just after I finished the lovely Midnight Library and now I have ordered the Comfort Book. Thank you Matt Haig for your honesty, words can truly make the world a better place!

Words can make the world a better place

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The narrator, which is the author himself, has a very calm voice that helps you keep listening to the whole story despite some of the words were so overwhelming!
Generally a great book and I get to know more about what depression and panic attack are like as some friends of mine have been affected by these conditions.

Nice audible book for knowing experience in depression

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For someone struggling with depression,anxiety and suicidal ideation, this book felt like a warm hug and a very necessary reminder that it is going to be okay. I made my loved ones listen to it as well because it explains the pain you feel so well.

More than a guide

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While the author’s personal experiences were relatable, I found the overall content lacking in substance. The book primarily consisted of the author’s emotional reflections without delving into practical strategies. As a result, it felt more like a personal journal than a comprehensive exploration of depression. In other words, it felt like the author was just rambling on for hours. Im a sucker for British accent. So I replayed it right after I finished the whole thing, thinking I might like it if I listened to it more intently to see if im missing anything the positive reviews had to say about this book. I ended up spotting more reduduncies that made me like this book even less while the whole time wishing this book would end.

Despite this, I appreciate the author’s vulnerability and courage in sharing his struggles. Its pretty rare to come across a book as honest and as sincerely written as this. However, I wouldve welcomed a more balanced approach that included his perspectives, coping mechanisms, and actionable advice.

Lacks depth

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