Recs if you like Reasons to Stay Alive...
allow me to introduce myself
a collection of memoirs by individuals who have lived with and survived (and continue to survive) debilitating mental illnesses. these are their stories.
Books like an espresso shot
Short, quick reads that still pack a punch and wake you from your numb slumber
hopecore nonfiction for when you are grieving π«
This list is made possible by all the π«πβers who came through for me during a terrible breakup. I asked the club for joyful nonfiction recs because fiction is too emotionally fraught for what Iβm going through.
I hope these books can bring you some hope, relief, or perspective. Together, we can get through this π
life and why we live it
nonfiction books about living that make you feel ALIVE and glad of it
Autistic Problems by Autistic People
Collection of fiction, non fiction, self help, memoirs written by autistics. For lifestyle changes and neuroaffirming perspectives.
Armchair Traveller π
Read the world! Goal is to read at least one book from each country (the author must be from the country).
Katie McGrath
Katie McGrath recommendations
depression diaries
a list of non-fiction books about depression. this list includes both memoirs and self-help guides.
disclaimer: these books may be triggering, so please consider your mental state first before reading.
(currently a work in progress)
