This Too Will Pass: Anxiety in the Professional World

by Richard Martin

What happens when you have a mental breakdown? What does it to do to your marriage? Your job? Your kids? Can you ever pick up the pieces and start again? Or do you have to create a whole new life for yourself?

Richard Martin’s book answers those questions.

By all markers, Richard’s life was a success: he was happily married, a great father, and lived a fulfilling life, professionally and personally. But the pressures of a highflying legal career, his increasing social commitments, and family illness all took their toll. One evening, Richard stopped on his way home to use a cash point machine, and couldn’t remember how to use it. He sunk to the pavement, unable to hold back the tears, unable to carry on …

Richard pulls no punches in describing his breakdown and the crushing social anxiety that left him scared to even answer the front door. As his life crumbled around him, Richard fought hard to get to grips with the mental illness taking over his life.

This is his inspirational story …

Genres: Mental Health, Nonfiction

Paperback

Published November 8, 2018

Reviews

[Tom Bolton · Rating 5 out of 5]

A raw description of the author's experiences of mental health, in particular anxiety and depression following a mental breakdown, which led to hospitalisation and two years off work.

Refreshingly honest, and provides a unique view into his past by means of detailed diary entries. There's no gushing "I'm perfectly cured and happy now!", but the point is he's come out the other side with a new perspective and awareness of his own mental health.

There are so many self-help books available at the moment- some of which are indeed good -but I feel we need more of these types of books, which describe the reality of mental health. They may not provide a solution, but you just get what they're talking about.

[Diane O'connell]

Richard paints a picture of what it is like to live through a debilitating anxiety illness. His vulnerability and honesty is truly touching and educational. For anyone suffering with anxiety who feels like you're alone, Richard's story confirms you are not.

I identified with so many aspects of his story and am grateful to know that what I was feeling and going through was not unique.

[Pauine · Rating 4 out of 5]

An honest account of what it is like to suffer a mental breakdown. How it impacts your life and those around you. Talking about mental health is so important. It can happen to anyone even those you feel are in control of their lives and appear to have everything. Seeking help and talking about your feelings are key.

[Dan Billing · Rating 4 out of 5]

Richard’s story is equal parts informative, touching and troubling. It helped me realise that I need to explore and deal with my own mental health issues before they have a similar impact on me. It’s gotten close to this before.

[Reading Millennial · Rating 5 out of 5]

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[Jenny · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thought prevoking and helpfully honest about the realities of fragile human mental health

Insightful shared experience from a successful professional who reveals what it is like to live with the reality of being human. How much more elusive “success” at that is and wise insights to help others make kinder more human choices for their own lives. Very helpful. Reminds me that there is grace in brokenness.

[Katie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Honestly 5 stars for the Aretha reference alone

But in all seriousness, this is such an important story.