Well, if this isn’t the most aptly named book…

With the word ‘comfort’ in its title, I expected Matt Haig’s latest book to comfort me in some way, but I was blown away by how well it delivered. The Comfort Book is perfect for anyone who has or is currently going through a tough time, which I’d imagine applies to just about everyone (except for those rare unicorns who go through life all hunky dory, unphased by hardship, if they exist?)

It’s not that Haig has written much that hasn’t been said in some way shape or form before, but he does so in a way that feels simultaneously simple and profound. He just has a way of saying the perfect things to put one’s mind and soul at peace. I could’ve read this is one sitting, but I found myself trying to slow down and savor it, really allowing myself time to reflect and allow each message to sink in.

This will for sure be a multiple-time reread for me and I’ve already gifted it to my mom and pressed it to many of my friends. If you are seeking a little solace in the form of encouragement, self-love, forgiveness, hope, or ancient wisdom, I highly recommend this little gem of a book.