Just Remember

by Joey Kidney

Through this genuine and personal collection of poems, Joey Kidney shares gentle reminders that though life can be overwhelming and unpredictable, we all have the ability to hold tight to hope. Sometimes we just need a little help remembering.

With over 10 million followers across his vast social media platform, Canadian-born writer Joey Kidney has built a thriving international community of supporters seeking his brotherly advice on life, love, and healing.

Just Remember is the perfect embodiment of Joey’s journey over the past decade of sharing his life and what his supporters have come to love most about his a thoughtful collection of quick, peaceful poems that you can revisit throughout the day when you need a gentle reminder that you are seen and loved and needed in this chaotic world.

Genres: Poetry, Adult, Mental Health

125 pages, Kindle Edition

Published September 30, 2025

About the author

Joey Kidney is a social media star who uses his self-titled channels to inspire others to find their own happiness in their everyday lives.

Reviews

[annotated by Noi (in & out)]

“the hardest part about falling apart
isn’t picking up the pieces after it all.
it’s understanding that they fell,
and you should leave them there to make room for the new pieces of you
that will grow in their place.”

Where are my highlights, Goodreads??

I loved this.
I'm taking a star off with great pain, ONLY because I wish this was in a different order. Like one was about love, one was about grief, one was about friends, one was about feeling lost, and then back again? I feel like connecting themes could have been grouped as a section.
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I GOT IT AND I'M SO EXCITED (yes, for a poetry book, who even am I?)

[Irina]

As I was waiting for my mom to finish with her doctor's appointment, I set foot in a nearby bookstore to pass time. I picked up at random this small poetry book, sat on a couch in a corner and dove right in.

It wasn't personally for me. I wasn't touched or moved. My mind wasn't blown away. The pages felt like a compilation of cliche quotes I would stumble upon while scrolling reels on my phone. One of the quotes said something along the lines of "if they wanted to, they would. And if you wanted to, you would too." I think it summarizes pretty well the substance of this poetry book.

The author intended for the reader to open a page at random every other day. I might have enjoyed it more this way, rather than bingeing it in one sitting.

[Anja Peerdeman]

I have not read the book yet, because it will not be released until september 30th.
Still, someone gave it 2 stars.
It’s Joey Kidney, people. It cannot be 2 stars.
Therefore, here is my 5-star review. I’ll change it into a proper review after I’ve read it.

[Maria]

contradicts itself every few pages
quite cringe as well

[Eva Kovacs]

This book clearly wasn’t meant for me, I know your not supposed to read this in one go but the “reminders” are just so stupid, I had to get this shit over with as fast as I could.

[Rachel]

4.5 ⭐️

I really enjoyed this book. There were often times I found myself rereading sections because of how much it made me think of my own life. I think that everyone who would pick up this book would be able to relate to it in some way shape or form.

There were times where some of the poems said the same thing just slightly different wording which is why I docked it 1/2 a ⭐️

[Alyssa Bingham]

Haven’t read the book BECAUSE ITS NOT OUT YET!!! Someone gave it 2 stars and I don’t need to read the book to know that that’s criminal lol I know this book is going to be phenomenal!!

[Jenb16]

A sweet collection of short morsels of wisdom by Canadian poet Joey Kidney. Nice in theory, but many thoughts felt repetitive and a bit cliché. Overall, a very short and cute read for days when you need gentle reminders of positivity and inspiration.

[Josh Warren]

I don't know if I'll ever finish this book but I'm rating it anyways. I've read it randomly in bits and pieces as the author suggested in the introduction. It has earned a permanent place on my desk.

[Galen Borgman]

The good:

Some nuanced and heartfelt descriptions of hope in the face of despair, of extending your mind beyond the current moment.

The bad:

Equal parts trite and terribly weak understanding of love. The poets insistence on just walking away from love really underscored a devaluation of commitment in love. The way they talk about love is glaringly from the perspective of someone who has not felt the deep respect of love as I understand it.

It sounded like a guy on tinder for a year wanted to write poems.

[Ashley (Bookitandbekind)]

I’d give this 3.5 stars! Quick and easy read of daily reminders and things to remember, talks about love and breakups and heartaches. It’s a good read but the poems aren’t super deep. There’s a few that hit harder than the rest, and poetry is subjective to everyone. I didn’t hate it and would read his other books, but it just wasn’t my favourite poetry compared to other collections I’ve read!

[Jenna Rowton]

If you love poetry, you will love this book.

I have been a fan of Joey's since 2020 and his videos helped me get through some of that hard days. When I saw that he had books, I knew I need to read them. There were sooooo many poems that hit for me right now and I know when I read it again in the futruer there will be different ones that hit.

Overall, I need to read his other books!

[Victoria]

Was already of fan of Joey from his YouTube but have also purchased his other poetry books in the past so I'm not surprised he wrote another great book!! Could be read all at once, at random or part of a daily self care routine and it will still be amazing and inspiring!!

[Rachel Taylor]

I had ordered this on Amazon and when it got delivered 3 days ago I had to only put it down to go and do other things. but when I picked it back up I couldn't put it back down! such amazing short and sweet pep talks im gonna fall back on when I need them

[Savannah Cherniwchan]

Just Remember is a gentle but powerful read about navigating your inner world. It’s honest, comforting, and at times heavy but in a way that feels meaningful rather than overwhelming. Perfect for anyone who appreciates emotional writing and isn’t afraid to sit with their feelings for a while.

[Yeva M.]

haven't read that, but I know the author from social media and damn he is so good at poetry. so yeah very helpful and wonderful stuff that he is doing 👏

[Caitlyn]

4.5/5
Quick poetry book. I really enjoyed the quotes from this book and it's cool knowing it's a local Ottawa author.

[Ellen Wilson]

Great lil pep talks, needed this book this year

[Kate R]

quick read- little poems. I enjoyed and would recommend.

[Ella Ives]

cried twice. beautiful. found the most lovely quote about love🤍

[Kajsa Månsson]

Nothing too special about it, but still worth reading in my opinion.

[Jessica Lyn]

Joey Kidney just knows how to tug at your heartstrings. His words are like a soothing piano ballad playing in my head at all times.

[laura]

it was good, just not really my vibe :)

[Patty Navarro]

Each word it's like a band-aid ❤️‍🩹

[Emily]

Every one should read this short but important read! I had every emotions while reading this book

[Lourdes]

Not for me. It became too repetitive

[Britt Reeves]

Was really excited to read because it is classified as poetry, but it ended up being a collection of mediocre motivational facebook statuses.

[Tamara]

Just wasn’t for me but it’s written really well

[Cande]

It wasn't a bad read necessarily, it just did not pack the punch I was hoping to get

[Fiona Emilie Schmidt]

It has some good input to bring a new perspective to your own thoughts. But it is sadly not filtered... Which makes it really random