Notes on a Nervous Planet by Matt HaigMy rating: 3 of 5 stars
Notes On A Nervous Planet is a good, accessible introduction to what anxiety feels like and the potential causes (and solutions). Haig's argument that the modern world (specifically, technology) is a major cause of anxiety is not exactly a new one, but it is one that bears repeating.
My issue with the book is that it over simplifies certain things. He advises people to try to find work they enjoy etc. I'm fortunate that I enjoy my job, but I recognise that's a privilege. Quite a lot of people have to do a job they don't particularly enjoy because that's the only the job they could find etc. Plus, his advice "don't stress about deadlines" completely neglects that the fact you missing a deadline affects someone else - meaning they miss their deadline etc.
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