The Little Frog's Guide to Life

by Maybell Eequay

Genres: Nonfiction, Graphic Novels, Self Help, Mental Health

96 pages, Hardcover

Published September 2, 2025

Reviews

[claire]

cute christmas gift, probably telling of how depressed i am that this is what my friends think i need

[Naomi · Rating 5 out of 5]

You are not your worst moments
This is my second experience with Little Frog, and I can’t recommend it highly enough. It’s perfect for difficult moments, moments of calm and as a companion in times of sadness. My favourite reminder:
Downtime is important; it makes the good times even better.
Highly recommended.

[Sera · Rating 5 out of 5]

The illustrations, the messages-double cute!! “When you make a decision that is right for you, it doesn’t always feel good-but that doesn’t mean you did the wrong thing.” P.s. I want all the shoes (without the pain).

[Jolene Gen · Rating 5 out of 5]

Adorable and encouraging little book! I received it as a birthday gift from one of my besties who is a therapist. The artwork is key to this little gem, and it enhances the little bits of encouragement and inspiration throughout. I love seeing the artist and author’s vision come to life through the little frog and all of her boots. Great book when you want a little dose of positivity.

[Kylynn · Rating 5 out of 5]

That was literally the cutest thing ever

[Basia · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5 * Simply delightful!

[Georgia Godfrey · Rating 5 out of 5]

A very cute little christmas gift that has told me how to do life but better, thankyou little frog 🫶🏻

[Julia Brown · Rating 5 out of 5]

The cutest little book of reminders, journal prompts & thought starters! I think we all need to be reminded every now & again to reframe our thoughts to be kinder & positive - love this book as that reminder :)

[isabella · Rating 4 out of 5]

this is the only kind of self help ill read

[Amy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Little frog gave me the best advice about how to do life. And always wearing the nicest boots / shoes while doing it 🐸💚

[Kathleen · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely love Maybell Eequay's artwork, but when I found she had encouraging books with my favorite Little Frog, I was over the moon! This book is perfect for a quick read, if you are in need of a pick-me-up or a little encouragement, and it also makes a wonderful gift (I gave one to each of my goddaughters for Christmas last year).

Some of my favorite passages from the book:

"Take care of yourself the same way you would care for someone you love."

"When you look for beauty in the world, you will find it."

"Who you are, at your core, is a kind of magic that no one can replicate."

[Georgina Walker · Rating 1 out of 5]

Nothing notable gained

[Sophie Marie · Rating 5 out of 5]

5 million stars, the art is everything...

[Olivia Davis · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such a delight 🥹🥰❤️🐸

[samantha ❦ · Rating 5 out of 5]

immaculate vibes x

[Lilli · Rating 4 out of 5]

Kann man glaube ich immer mal gebrauchen:) Und ein Buch mit Bildern ist automatisch ein gutes Buch.

[Urte · Rating 4 out of 5]

Hella cute!!

[Peaarly · Rating 5 out of 5]

10 ⭐️! Love it!

[Courtney Fong · Rating 5 out of 5]

The perfect feel good book 🐸🩵

[Kaitlyn R · Rating 5 out of 5]

The perfect note to end this year off on 🐸✨

[Kiran · Rating 4 out of 5]

i love this little frog

[Kate · Rating 5 out of 5]

I found the phrases of inspiration and advice mostly spoke to me. I read the full thing and keep in on my desk to open to a page. The phrases are organized (Connecting with Self, Connecting with Others, Five Journal Prompts, Little Reminders) which is nice.

One thing I would have liked is a table of contents with these section headers.

[Lauren Herron · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very cozy and wholesome advice. Loved the adorable frog art.

[Chloe Lago · Rating 5 out of 5]

obsessed 🐸🩵

[Michelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

This delightful little book was recently gifted to me by some colleagues, and what a charming surprise it turned out to be. The whimsical illustrations immediately drew me in—especially all the adorable shoes the frog wears throughout the story! Each page offers gentle, uplifting reminders that echo my own inner dialogue. It’s the perfect little companion to keep nearby for those challenging days when I need a quick reminder of what truly matters.
🐸👠👢🩰👡

[Chris · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely love The Little Frog. I am all in on The Little Frog. Some excerpts:

What would you do if you weren't afraid?

What is currently in your life that you once wished for?

What do you want your life to look like one year from now?

If you want to add a little sweetness into the world, write a letter to a stranger, wishing good things for them, and leave it on a public bench. ("I hope whoever finds that has a great day")

If you like something about someone, tell them (even if they are a stranger)! So often we admire things about people but never say them aloud, and you never know how much sharing your thoughts might mean to them. ("I like your boots" "Thanks")

Don't underestimate how healing it can be to spend time quietly sitting by water, looking at the night sky, or walking in the woods.

Take time to be astonished. Magic can be found in the most unexpected places.

Remember, you have come a very long way and overcome many things in this life. Cherish the people who make you laugh and embrace even the smallest moments of joy. It's easy to become hardened by this world, but it's brave to hold on to the parts of you that are tender. The world desperately needs more tenderness.

[Abbygail · Rating 5 out of 5]

“You are not your worst moments” — Little Frog

Little Frog* always brings me a burst of joy. I feel validated, loved and supported by Little Frog (thanks Maybell). This quick read is a special look into finding day-day-magic. From affirmations, journal prompts to coping skills, this addition to the Little Frog world is essential.

*this review is powered by Little Frog**
** this review is not sponsored by Little Frog

[Aïda · Rating 5 out of 5]

I recommend this tiny cute book for all the people who struggle to take it slow and most of all to take care of themselves. Maybell's drawings and texts are so soft and cute. Her first book helped me loads last autumn and I was really pleased to see that the Little Frog was back for a second round of softness.

[Liz Hagan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Truly so wholesome & funny. Maybe it’s the field I work in, but these messages are so great for anyone struggling with their mental health or motivation. And the frog poses/shoes are hysterical. I will certainly be purchasing every book she puts out and will use personally/professionally! My patients would love this frog 🫶

[Harley Quinn · Rating 4 out of 5]

4★: NOT AS GOOD AS THE 1st, BUT STILL GOOD. This one had ALL CAPS text, which I have mixed feelings about. It was easy to read, but it was hard not to think it was shouting lol. The Little Frog’s boots were still on point. The book’s vibe felt more serious though and not one I felt would be easy to hand to a kid (whereas I would give the last one to both kids and adults).

Published 4 months ago in September 2025, this book had a 4.69-star average by 339 GR peeps when I read it.