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Broken (in the best possible way) (original 2021; edition 2021)

by Jenny Lawson (Author)

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"As Jenny Lawson's hundreds of thousands of fans know, she suffers from depression. In Broken (in the best possible way), she explores her experimental treatment of transcranial magnetic stimulation with brutal honesty. But also with brutal humor: "People do different things to distract themselves during each treatment. I embroider. It feels fitting. I'm being magnetically stabbed in the head thousands of times as I'm stabbing the embroidery myself. I don't embroider the same patterns my grandmother did. I embroider girls with octopus faces, David Bowie, a flowery bouquet with FUCK YES written in the middle. They let you do anything as long as it's 'positive.'" Jenny discusses the frustration of dealing with her insurance company in "An Open Letter to My Insurance Company," which should be an anthem for anyone who has ever had to call their insurance company to try and get a claim covered. On the lighter side, she tackles such timelessly debated questions as "How do dogs know they have penises?" We see how her vacuum cleaner almost set her house on fire, how she was attacked by three bears, business ideas she wants to pitch to Shark Tank, and why she can never go back to the post office. Of course, Jenny's long-suffering husband Victor-the Ricky to Jenny's Lucille Ball-is present throughout. A treat for Jenny Lawson's already existing fans, and destined to convert new ones, Broken is a beacon of hope and a wellspring of laughter"--… (more)
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Title:Broken (in the best possible way)
Authors:Jenny Lawson (Author)
Info:Henry Holt and Co. (2021), Edition: Illustrated, 304 pages
Collections:Your library
Rating:*****
Tags:biography, humor, nonfiction

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Broken (in the best possible way) by Jenny Lawson (2021)

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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 ( )
  filemanager | Nov 29, 2023 |
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.
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  NatalieRiley | Nov 27, 2023 |
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. ( )
  Elizabeth_Cooper | Oct 27, 2023 |
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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  Kim.Sasso | Aug 27, 2023 |
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. ( )
  Andy5185 | Jul 9, 2023 |
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Ring the bells that still can ring.
Forget your perfect offering.
There is a crack in everything.
That's how the light gets in.

--Leonard Cohen
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Dedicated to my husband, without whom this book would not exist. Mainly because he would not quit yelling at me to stop binge-watching Netflix and get some fucking work done.

But also because he's funnier than I am in person, gives me incredible material, and loves me even when I don't always love myself. Thanks, mister.
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You probably just picked up this book thinking, What the shit is this all about?
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I'm not the only one you've done this to. You've left thousands of people alone and desperate and untreated. You have killed people we love, with neglect or indifference. You deny mercy and pain and humanity. I'm not even one of the worst cases. My problems with you are typical. And that makes it even worse.
You are standing in the way of the health and happiness of so many of us and you are making money while standing on our backs and telling us how much we don't need the things that keep us alive. But I am still alive. In spite of you.
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"As Jenny Lawson's hundreds of thousands of fans know, she suffers from depression. In Broken (in the best possible way), she explores her experimental treatment of transcranial magnetic stimulation with brutal honesty. But also with brutal humor: "People do different things to distract themselves during each treatment. I embroider. It feels fitting. I'm being magnetically stabbed in the head thousands of times as I'm stabbing the embroidery myself. I don't embroider the same patterns my grandmother did. I embroider girls with octopus faces, David Bowie, a flowery bouquet with FUCK YES written in the middle. They let you do anything as long as it's 'positive.'" Jenny discusses the frustration of dealing with her insurance company in "An Open Letter to My Insurance Company," which should be an anthem for anyone who has ever had to call their insurance company to try and get a claim covered. On the lighter side, she tackles such timelessly debated questions as "How do dogs know they have penises?" We see how her vacuum cleaner almost set her house on fire, how she was attacked by three bears, business ideas she wants to pitch to Shark Tank, and why she can never go back to the post office. Of course, Jenny's long-suffering husband Victor-the Ricky to Jenny's Lucille Ball-is present throughout. A treat for Jenny Lawson's already existing fans, and destined to convert new ones, Broken is a beacon of hope and a wellspring of laughter"--

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