Author: Debbie Tung
Publisher: Andrews McMeel Publishing
Genre: Graphic Novel, Memoir, Nonfiction
Source: Library
My Review:
Everything is Okay by Debbie Tung is not the easiest read, but it is necessary, especially for anyone who is struggling with depression and anxiety or knows anyone who is struggling.
Debbie Tung tackles mental health stigma with a realistic and personal approach. She does not make light of depression and anxiety, but catalogs her journey to a healthier version of herself.
As someone who struggles with depression (and don't we all at times), this book is refreshing and a reminder to give ourselves grace. The struggle is real and while it is getting easier to talk about, it's still not an easy topic.
★★★★/5
Synopsis (Goodreads):
From the bestselling author of Quiet Girl in a
Noisy World comes a gently humorous and poignant collection of comics
about anxiety and depression—because sometimes even the simple things
like getting out of bed every day feel like an uphill battle.
Everything
Is OK is the story of Debbie Tung’s struggle with anxiety and her
experience with depression. She shares what it’s like navigating life,
overthinking every possible worst-case scenario, and constantly feeling
like all hope is lost.
The book explores her journey to
understanding the importance of mental health in her day-to-day life and
how she learns to embrace the highs and lows when things feel out of
control. Debbie opens up about deeply personal issues and the winding
road to recovery, discovers the value of self-love, and rebuilds a more
mindful relationship with her mental health.
In this graphic
memoir, Debbie aims to provide positive and comforting messages to
anyone who is facing similar difficulties or is just trying to get
through a tough time in life. She hopes to encourage readers to be
kinder to themselves, to know that they are not alone, and that it’s
okay to be vulnerable because they are not defined by their mental
health struggles. The dark clouds won’t be there forever. Everything
will turn out all right.
It's so funny, but I just read this one two weeks ago! I struggle with depression and anxiety...not to the point of Debbie in this memoir...but I related to so many of her dark days. And I loved her message of giving yourself grace...and the reminder that the dark clouds won't be there forever.
ReplyDeleteLark, I also struggle with depression and anxiety. I also have SAD, which makes it worse on the dreary days!! I love books that are relatable with a positive message.
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