The Comfort Book

De: Matt Haig

Narrado por: Matt Haig

An instant New York Times best seller!

The new uplifting book from Matt Haig, the number one New York Times best-selling author of The Midnight Library, for anyone in search of hope, looking for a path to a more meaningful life, or in need of a little encouragement.

Named by The Washington Post as one of the best feel-good books of 2021.

“It is a strange paradox, that many of the clearest, most comforting life lessons are learnt while we are at our lowest. But then we never think about food more than when we are hungry and we never think about life rafts more than when we are thrown overboard.”

The Comfort Book is Haig’s life raft: It’s a collection of notes, lists, and stories written over a span of several years that originally served as gentle reminders to Haig’s future self that things are not always as dark as they may seem. Incorporating a diverse array of sources from across the world, history, science, and his own experiences, Haig offers warmth and reassurance, reminding us to slow down and appreciate the beauty and unpredictability of existence.

©2021 Matt Haig (P)2021 Penguin Audio

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“My two essential books, at the moment. One is Matt Haig's The Comfort Book. This book is like a Bible of really lovely little titbits to help you through what could be a stressful time….Very helpful. This is something that offers a very lovely amount of relief and it's like a cuddle.”- Jonathan Bailey (Ten Things He Can't Live Without, GQ)

"...a collection of empowering, beautiful concepts that’ll help anyone get through tough times. I read and reread sections of The Comfort Book..." -- Zibby Owens, Katie Couric Media

"The Comfort Book, a collection of aphorisms and inspirational stories of survival against the odds, is a guide to living and finding hope in these disjointed times" --Guardian

SO well done—love this book!

I love EVERYTHING about this book. I recently read The Midnight Library by this author and enjoyed it so much that I looked up his other works, and was led to this one.

Matt has BEEN THERE—and writes from his heart of his experiences with depression and anxiety. In the beginning of the book, he says one can open the book to any chapter—that it doesn’t have to be read chronologically—important for some with depression, as a complete book can feel overwhelming.

I consider myself to be from a “mostly normal” background and life experience—and I learned much from Matt that is helping me understand and relate to multiple people—in my family and beyond. I’ve recommended this book to several already.

And his reading of the book is perfection—not always the case when the writer reads, but his voice provides yet another layer of depth and authenticity. I felt a kinship to Matt that I hope resonates with readers experiencing depression / anxiety—he offers up what has worked for him, with a huge side of hope!

One of the best books ever!!!

Profoundly thought provoking for anyone smart enough to not be blissful ignorant of the realities of life. Highly recommend and an instant classic. Story is more like a close friend advising you on a walk.

Everyone needs to hear this…

Thank you for sharing this work Matt. Think of it as a beautiful little journal of tips and tricks to get through life, but in a more eloquent tone. Lots of messages to ponder and deep breaths to take.

Inspired

No book has ever inspired me to write my own version. But that’s what this book did. Once I started reading it, I started to write down my comforts in tandem to hearing Haig talk about his. With intense vulnerability and candor, Haig made me feel equal parts seen and comforted. I think anyone struggling with anything should read this book. It’s quick and easy. Although it took me awhile to finish, I think one can easily read this in one session. I kept returning to it in times of crisis throughout a difficult start to 2024. I’m glad I had it as a companion. It will absolutely be a book I reread throughout the years. Also, listening to it through Haig’s voice made me weep. It was amazing he was able to recount all of that and still inspire people who may be going through similar feelings.

enjoying it currently

First I should say, I am a fan of Matt Haig writings...that said, this is different and I am enjoying the different part about it immensely

It really does comfort !

Loved this book. Have listened to it repeatedly. Even though it’s not conventionally written, it’s enough to get the messages across.

Special

In life we need comfort at one point or another. This is the perfect book at the prefect time! I appreciate Matt Haig’s writing. 💕

Basically, a journal from a brilliant person!

Life changing, wonderful book! It's not a typical story or self help book. It is like finding a journal of a brilliant mind with random notes on life, the universe, and everything, but not just notes and lists--inspiring stories and great advice too. I found myself stopping and writing things down and looking things up constantly. It is not organized, but that is one of the things I love about it. It is as messy as life itself. I have had many years of helpful therapy, and this book was like all of the nuggets and wisdom and insights I have gained on life in every chapter. For me, it is priceless. I also ordered a paper copy. Thank you to the author for sharing it.

Thank you Matt Haig!

This book of thoughts poems etc is exactly as the title implies. Comforting. To know your own thoughts and feelings can be put into words even if you yourself can’t; is so validating and soothing to the soul. I can’t thank you enough for publishing this and though I’ve loved every book of yours so far; this might be my favorite..until I read the next :)
With gratitude - Paula G.

Nothing Short of Life-changing

This is one of the best books I have ever listened to, certainly the best "self-help" type book I have ever consumed -- and I have consumed oh so many over the years.
I truly feel more like myself than I ever have, so authentically and wonderfully me.
These are truths that I feel part of me has already known, but needed to hear and feel.
I will regularly refer back to this book, both in whole and just section by section, as I need it.