This is without a doubt one of the best books I have read in a VERY long time. It is not just for the 1 in 4 who suffer from mental illness - this book is for everyone. I found myself crying with laughter because it is so so funny and well written. I also cried in parts because I can also identify with it so much - the depression, the anxiety, the critical voices. Mindfulness is such a worthwhile skill to learn and Ruby explains it in such simple terms. Don't hesitate to purchase this masterpiece. Hope she writes another! Its just pure genius and seriously entertaining. Its hard to get that combination - but she has and its a winner.

What a beautiful book! Such wonderful words from the very gifted Ruby Wax. Full of practical applications on how to master the mind and achieve mindfulness. Thank you so much for you wisdom! 10/10 would recommed to anyone sane or otherwise!

It was fascinating to read about Ruby's personal life and at the same time learn about the Neuroscience behind Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy. The book manages to be humorous and entertaining as well as informative. I now understand a little more clearly how the brain and mind works. The part I liked most was about applying this knowledge to tame the mind with all the helpful points woven into the text. The combination of Ruby's personal experience and the evidence based practice has helped to confirm for me that Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy is a better option than CBT.

A great guide for those of us wishing to learn a little about mindfulness. Perfect for a first timer but equally interesting for those wanting to learn the science behind the self help phenomena. Wax' s writing is both witty yet heartfelt and had me both chuckling out loud and deep in thought in equal measures.

I found this book very worthwhile, some useful thoughts and ideas for coping with life. It took me quite a while, though, to get used to the jokey style. But it was an easy read and gave me plenty to think about.