3.5 stars - It wasn't as funny as her last book "Furiously Happy". It was kind of half funny and half thoughtful/deep essays/ramblings. Also, WAY too many mentions of danger noodles (yes my phobia is to the point where I can't even say the word)!!!

Also, apparently I didn't understand the "why did the chicken cross the road? To get to the other side" joke either until I read this book!!!!! Omg ( )

I’m so grateful that Jenny Lawson continues to share her gift of humor as she opens-up to readers about coping with depression and anxiety. Broken (in the best possible way) is an excellent addition to her previous books, Let’s Pretend This Never Happened and Furiously Happy. In Broken, Jenny keeps inquiring minds up to date with stories of hilarious life moments that had me laughing until I cried. She also shares very serious stories that drive home the real struggles of depression. I appreciate her transparency and advocacy for all people. It’s obvious that she is a very kind, caring person.

I own a signed copy of Broken that I picked up at my local independent bookstore, Joseph-Beth Booksellers, when this book was released. I chose to listen to the audiobook because Jenny narrates, and it’s the best possible way to enjoy her stories. At the end of the audiobook, she tells how she recorded the book in her closet because it was during the pandemic. I remember seeing her social posts about that experience. Speaking of social media, I follow Jenny on Instagram and X and love her posts. If you don’t already, give her a follow on your preferred platform.

My husband and I had the absolute pleasure of seeing Jenny Lawson when she was on book tour for You Are Here: An Owner’s Manual for Dangerous Minds. My author event blog post is linked below for your convenience. She is just as wonderful in person!

I have photos and additional information that I'm unable to include here. It can all be found on my blog, in the link below.
A Book And A Dog ( )

I've been getting really tired of the toxic positivity type of self-help books, the ones that are all like, "Girl, all you need is a clean face!" and, "You can figure out ANYTHING!" Ummm... screw that. Sometimes life is tough, sometimes it really sucks, and some of us deal with anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues that no amount of face-washing can ever fix. So Jenny Lawson's books are a breath of fresh air in an otherwise pretty toxic string of books that poke you in the eye with the constant reminder that if your life is tough, it's your own damn fault. So just go wash your face again.

This was my first foray into Lawson's work. I wasn't familiar with her before picking up the book, and I found myself happily laughing along (and yelling at Victor) from page one. The mix of genuinely hilarious stories and heartbreaking, first-person accounts of living with depression and anxiety struck just the right balance between light and dark. I found myself nodding along, frequently whispering "Me, too" and "Fuck, yes." Every page offers a beautiful (and non-toxic) reminder that you are enough. You are okay. And you are in good company. ( )

It's been weeks since I've experienced anything other than flat no-feeling broken by fits of irrational rage. But Lawson is so raw and honest I cried, and that Twitter chapter made me laugh out loud. Thank you for 15(?) years of virtual friendship, Jenny.

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Driving for FFE
September 2021 ( )

Jenny Lawson has done it again. She is fearless, funny and deep about her life and I absolutely love her for it. My wish for us to be best friends still stands... broken bff's. ( )