F*ck Anxiety: 101 Ways to Soothe Anxiety, Stop the Panic + Get Back to Your Badass Self

by Lauren Douglas

A beautifully illustrated, irreverent guide to breaking out of the anxious thought patterns that hold us back.

This little self-help book contains 101 anxiety spiral-stopping exercises, inspiring pep talks, and calm-the-F-down activities. With a no f*cks given tone, research-backed therapeutic techniques, and fun, fresh illustration, F*ck Anxiety will help you take control over your anxious thought patterns and make you laugh at the same time.

Divided into six chapters—the first two will help kick that anxiety spiral in it's scrawny ass, and the next four help build and flex anti-anxiety powers on the daily— F*ck Anxiety  covers the In addition, the book also includes an explanation of how anxiety works, as well as recommendations for additional tools and practices. 

Genres: Self Help, Nonfiction, Psychology, Mental Health

208 pages, Paperback

Published April 5, 2022

Reviews

[Erin · Rating 3 out of 5]

Thanks to NetGalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for an egalley in exchange for an honest review

A non-fiction self-help guide to anxiety was one of my 2022 selections because I have a parent, a number of friends and quite a few friends with anxiety. So, I wanted to know a little bit more and this book was informative, held a welcoming tone, and was nonjudgmental in offering tips. I felt like the author was sitting across from me sipping a cup of their favourite hot beverage.




Expected Publication Date 05/04/22
Goodreads review published 11/03/22
#FckAnxiety #NetGalley

[Natalie all_books_great_and_small · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received an advance reader copy of this book to read in exchange for an honest review via netgalley and the publishers.

F*ck Anxiety is a fun and helpful self-help book to help with anxiety and understanding anxiety.
This book is very well researched and has some fantastic information, activities and suggestions. The book was so easy to read and follow and didn't overwhelm me with information. I found it fun and well presented and loved the mindfulness activities at the back of the book.
Since I am suffering with anxiety and panic attacks at the moment, this book has given me some great ideas to try and I'm finding the 54321 activity and breathing activities really helpful right now. I highly recommend this book for anyone with anxiety or knows someone who suffers with anxiety. It never harms to self educate yourself so you can be helpful and supportive of those you care about and this book explains what anxiety is in an easy to understand way.

[Reading_ Tamishly · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thank you, Andrews McMeel, for the advance reading copy.

As someone who needs such books on anxiety and mental health, and love having them as lifelong companions I find this book really helpful.

The book is beautiful inside out with beautiful illustrations and artwork.

I find the titles of each chapter quite fun and apt. The tips given are practical and actually comforting.

I would recommend this book to those who are actually fed up and tired of getting anxious, unable to carry out normal activities during most days. But I would suggest you to read this book in parts and not to read it in one go.

You will be totally hyped up reading each part.

[Seleena · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
I loved the amount of research put into this book, yet it still managed to read easily and the relatability wasn’t sacrificed in the name of research. The tips the author gives to ease feelings of anxiety are helpful and easy to incorporate into a busy schedule!
The hands on activities in this book are greatly appreciated, I’ve already completed three word searches.
The only criticism I have is that this book isn’t completely accessible to those who do not identify with the binary term “woman” or “girl”.

[b0oked · Rating 5 out of 5]

F*CK ANXIETY! Damn straight! I have read many books about anxiety. I can honestly say this is one of my favourites. If you are someone who doesn't like swearing, this isn't the book for you. So many books focus on why we have anxiety and feeling surrounding anxiety. Way too technical.
This one is brilliantly filled with great strategies that are easy to reference and read. It is a very empowering book! The art in the book fabulous. My daughter (a tween) struggles with anxiety and the simple way this gets right to the point makes it something she would actually read and try to implement. There are scenerios to review which not only give strategies but then guide to root cause of the emotion. It is filled with positive affirmations. Activities at the end of the book are great. I can not emphasize enough how easy and enjoyable to read this book is. I absolutely love this book and would recommend it in a heartbeat!

Thank you to NetGalley for the ebook of this title, received in exchange for an honest review.

[Kelly · Rating 5 out of 5]

Although I struggle with an anxiety disorder, I rarely pick up a book about anxiety. In my brain, anxiety books are generally the same blah, blah, blah information that gets too preachy or too scientific.

That said, I'm always looking for another tool to put in my anxiety tool box to help with every day anxiety and panic attacks. I was skeptical when I started F*ck Anxiety. But suddenIy........ I was quickly engrossed in not only the tips and coping skills they give but also the writing style that is used.

This book does not get too science-y and does not talk down to you. It is packed full of good advice from the beginning to the end! It's written in a style that makes you feel you're in your jammies on a Saturday night and your best friend is giving you some useful and candid tips over a pepperoni pizza. Everything from panic attacks to everyday anxiety is covered, and the final chapter is interactive so you can have some Zen moments when needed.

I don't feel the need to pick up another book on anxiety because this is easily my go-to book. If I could give it 6 stars, I would. F*ck Anxiety is by no means a cure for anxiety, but it does provide positive and practical ways to handle anxiety.

I was given a free copy of this book by NetGalley and the publisher in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are mine.

[Christina · Rating 3 out of 5]

As a person who suffers with anxiety I must say this is one little handy book,

Not only does it talk about different kinds of anxiety and emotions felt when in a spiral etc… but more importantly it takes those feelings and gives you options for how to break away from them.

It discuses ways to set boundaries, options for moving (even if it’s not much) and used language that is uplifting and empowering.
There is a focus on setting goals and your own intentions.

I will say this guide seems geared towards women with its language and for those who don’t like cursing… this book isn’t for you. It is very strong on the B**** and almost boss babe type language which isn’t really my thing, but I can appreciate it as the message is solid.

If you suffer with anxiety and want a plethora of ways to try and distract your mind and end thought spirals, this book is an amazing starting place for you to try out different things.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for the advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.

[Liz Rogers · Rating 5 out of 5]

As a person who has dealt with anxiety for most of their life, F*ck Anxiety by Lauren Douglas is a self-help book that you’ll want to add to your personal library. It’s witty, helpful, and a great read. It’s not too serious and you’ll smile to yourself while reading this book. This book is for those who feel like they are paralyzed by their anxiety and don’t know where to begin. I would recommend this to anyone. Its a 5 star read for me!

[periwynn · Rating 4 out of 5]

I struggle with anxiety quite often so I was eager to read this book - to see what it has to offer. I was positively surprised! It takes a very light-hearted, relaxing and raw approach to describing anxiety, but takes things seriously enough as well and doesn't shy away from things that must be addressed. It made me feel understood and I laughed a lot while reading it, even though it tackles quite heavy themes most of the time. It describes a lot of different simple exercises that help against anxiety and encourages you to try them out right there and then in the moment, which is great!

It is written in a really fun, humorous way, while being very informative at the same time. The humor could be a bit annoying at times, just not land right or be a bit too much here and there, so that's what distracted me sometimes. If you don't like that type of writing, this book might not be for you. But if you seek an entertaining guide that might help you at least a bit and uplift you when reading it, definitely give this book a try. It is overall quite a good little guide as to how to deal with anxiety.

(I should also say that it is apparently primarily meant for women, because author had written this book in a way as if she's addressing other women.)

(I received an ARC of this book through NetGalley.)

[Jade aka MrsTosh · Rating 4 out of 5]

Thank you to Netgalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

I don't personally suffer from anxiety but after the last few difficult years dealing with covid and its effect on the world, I have a lot of friends who do, and I thought this book would give me a better understanding or how to deal with some of their issues and hopefully how to help them and be more understanding. This is a non fiction self help book and really informative. I am not really one for self help books in general but this book was done with lots of humour and day to day practices that I didn't feel like I was being lectured, but more enlightened.

There are various exercises throughout the book of what people can do to feel less anxious and how to get yourself out of certain situations that cause anxiety. I am sure that a lot of people will find this book really helpful and can re-read time and time again. It isn't a patronising book at all it is done in a really modern and cheeky way. I am sure if will become a resource for many people. Love the title and the message that you don't have to be weighed down by anxiety and can find a way to fight back.

[Bea (beansbookshelves) · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received an advanced reader copy of this book to read in exchange for an honest review via netgalley.

Oh my, what can I say about this book? First of all, a solid 5/5 stars. This is truly the best book I've read regarding anxiety. It gives a lot of advice, such as controlling your breath, setting boundaries, prioritising yourself, daily habits, among others. The book is planned out very well -- it has beautiful illustrations and there are a few pages with blank spaces where you can write your thoughts and feelings.

[Joni Owens · Rating 5 out of 5]

Talk about an amazing self help book! So many ACTUALLY helpful tips to help alleviate anxiety without being too crunchy.

[Caitlin · Rating 3 out of 5]

As someone who has struggled with anxiety since I was a kid, I was excited to get to read this book. Although I already knew a lot of the information covered from experiences in therapy, I enjoyed the style in which the tips were presented throughout. The writing style was informative, and the book’s layout and art felt crisp and engaging.

Unfortunately, I think the lack of an intro section for the author at the beginning of the book sabotaged its tone a bit. The book is written from a casual, “we’re both in this together” POV, but this technique suffers when the reader doesn’t have a clear idea of who is talking to them, what the author’s background with anxiety is, etc. As a result, although I wanted to love this book, it came off at times a bit too slick and impersonal for me to truly be inspired and connect with the material.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for providing me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

[Shakera · Rating 4 out of 5]

I don’t know how to say this any other way, but I felt seen and heard with this book! It felt like I had someone with me who understood what I was dealing with, sometimes on a daily basis. Douglas provided tips and exercises that helped me get out of my own head and my own way.

It was like I was talking to a friend who was there to help, without judgment. With that said, this isn’t the kind of book you do in one sitting. It’s ok to read this in parts. One of the things I appreciated about this was this wasn’t a book specifically written for academics. The tips are easy to integrate into your everyday life.

I should note that for anyone who has issues with curses, this may not be the book for you. However, this book is highly informative without being overwhelming. If I had to provide criticism, this book seems geared toward women or anyone who identifies as female.

This is one that I will be referring to over and over again. Thank you to NetGalley and Andrew McMeel Publishing!

[Maggie · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is an attractive and accessible book. It offers suggestions that are easy to implement, some of which very quickly centered me.

I enjoyed the earth-toned illustrations, and the depth of calming methods presented. Not everything works for everyone, yet this book offers such a variety that there truly is something for everyone.

While I enjoyed it, I think it will mainly appeal to younger female-identifying patrons for two reasons:
1. Every illustration portrays a female.
2. Nearly every page contains a minimum of one curse, which is unfortunate only because it self-limits its audience. I so frequently hear patrons complain that swear words quickly turn them off of an entire book. It’s a shame in this case, because otherwise the book is pure gold. Luckily, the title itself will serve as a great warning to those who prefer clean language.

Thank you to NetGalley and Andrews McMeel Publishing for access to this ARC.

[Naomi Ruth · Rating 3 out of 5]

I have mixed feelings about this book. I read it over five days, during which I was co-conscious with three different alters, which radically changed my experience of the book.

While I was Co-conscious With a Trans-Femme Alter
The read was enjoyable. Very personable, straight-forward. Lovely illustrations. Really loved the "I Spy Everything Green" activity (as found on page 25 in the e-ARC).

While I was Co-conscious With an androgynous Alter
Began to feel vaguely uncomfortable at times, but we weren't entirely sure why. We thought maybe it was because we were being slightly anxiety-triggered, but we didn't actually feel anxious so that couldn't have been it. We only read a couple of pages because of how disconcerting the text was making us feel.

While I was Co-conscious With a Trans-Masculine Alter
Oh boy, did my alter feel a lot of "Nope," about the text. The author's demographic is Very Clearly cis-gendered women. He did not feel welcomed into the space At All. This also explained the previous day's discomfort. The author keeps talking about "self-care" but never once mentions where that idea even originated (i.e. a Black Woman), which felt appropriative. It uses incredibly binary language. Whether it was intended or not, several of the comments felt anti-trans/TERF adjacent. Both of us were experiencing a lot of anger & hurt at being pushed out of the text, especially because the binary language wasn't at all necessary & easily could have been edited to be more inclusive.

Main Host's Experience
Outside of the binary language I have a couple other critiques. One is the language, and no, not the liberally scattered f*cks, which I think will work for quite a few people. I'm more concerned about the millenial/gen z slang. This book already feels dated, and it's not even published yet. Outside of my personal bias against words like 'stan,' I am also biased against this kind of slang for two reasons. One being that is feels like forcing an intimacy & personal connection that the author has done nothing to deserve (more on this later). Two, it quickly makes a book irrelevant to future readers, who will find some of the dialectical slang inaccessible.

Another critique is the author herself. Who is she? There is little biographical information about her in the book itself. Maybe the print edition is different, but most books end with a short bio on both the author and the illustrator/s, but my version did not. Which was extra annoying, because one of the things I liked best about the book was the illustrations & the formatting. Even if all the people depicted are women, they are diverse women, of different ehtnicities/races & body types, & I think the illustrators deserve credit for their work. Hopefully the print edition does this. That aside, the point is that I could not find any information about the author. I try to be as fair as I can be when critiquing an author, because I don't want someone to assume things about my internal biases, so I try not to do that to others, but I cannot find an author's website, instagram account, twitter page... Which is super bizarre considering how much the author relies on social media references & diction. She makes a lot of claims, some scientific, some not, but I find myself distrusting any of the scientific research, because outside of some internet articles it's not clear where she did her research - or if she did it at all. I don't trust the author & I don't feel welcomed into the book's space.

There are 2-3 people I might recommend this book to, as they are white & cis-gendered women who will appreciate the down-to-earth practicality of the advice & the language that the author uses. I think there are many people out there, predominantly cis-women, who will gain a lot of insights from this book. Based on the reviews already up on Goodreads & Instagram many people have felt seen & comforted by this book, which is all good things. I'm very glad that people will find this book a helpful addition on their healing journey. For me, personally, it missed the mark in several key ways. I was disappointed because there is a lot of good in this book. There was one key phrase that helped me notice one of my trauma responses & it did help me on my healing journey, but not enough for me to want to own this book or liberally declaim its worthiness to be read. I would love to read more reviews from trans/masculine/or BIPOC experiences to see if we're vibing in the same direction. I have very specific biases/prejudices/triggers so it's possible this book just hit me in several wrong ways. I cannot speak to the author's intentions because I have no idea who she is or what she believes, but I believe that she meant well.

If you are more on the femme side of the gender experience I think this book will be quite comforting/helpful. If you are not, this may not be the book for you.

this review based on the e-book ARC made available through NetGalley & Andrews McMeel Publishing, with thanks & gratitude

[LAJordan Leigh Ann · Rating 5 out of 5]

@wannabe_bookstagrammer review
Thank you so much @netgalley @andrewsmcmeelpublishing for the chance to read the eARC and review this book before pub day!

Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (0-5 scale)
Steam: none (0-5 scale)

What I’m Starry-Eyed Over:
🤩 Must appreciate swear words! 😁 We don’t cuss a lot in our family; however, our kids are old enough now and we can appreciate the sassy or emphasis added use of the F-word, A-word, B-word, Sh-word, etc . . .!!!! P.S. It's the elementary school teacher in me.
🤩 A non-fiction/self-help book that won’t put you to sleep! Woo hoo! It can be read in small increments, out of order, or binged all at once.
🤩 Absolutely gorgeous book design—cover, layout, illustrations. 😍
🤩 Clear, practical, & effective strategies for reducing and handling anxiety. Swipe picture to see the lovely back of the book for description.
🤩 Mental health awareness and real-talk.
🤩 Hey ROMANCE AUTHOR FRIENDS, it would be a great resource as you're writing. I appreciate it when characters use these types of healthy strategies.
🤩 Timely book with mental health concerns so high. In our family, we are not officially diagnosed with anxiety. But, we have had times of increased anxiety that have bordered on being able to deal with it in our own family love and support or contemplating getting professional help. This book is perfect for all levels of anxiety. It gives great ideas for decreasing anxiety and dealing with symptoms or attacks with hopes of living your best life. It normalizes and encourages openness to getting outside help as well.
🤩 Spoiler: Tip number 67 is Read A Book, so of course you will love this book! 😉
🤩 Great book for gift giving—birthdays, holidays, celebrations & loving on friends.

What I’m Wishing/Dizzy About:
💫 The illustrations of pillows, plants, and people are gorgeous in this book. I just wish a few of the people could be male or less female. This book is amazing and important for all people. With this book on our coffee table, the guys in our house pick it up as much as the girls, flip to a spot, and read aloud a little snippet of wisdom.

[Heidi Ciravola · Rating 4 out of 5]

F*uck Anxiety is filled with 101 anxiety spiral-stopping exercises, inspiring pep talks, and calm-the-F-down activities. I have to admit I was intrigued by this book because of the title. I despise the "F" word, but I know it's something that is in my kids vocabulary (just not around me). So the title spoke to me in terms of possibly being relatable for my 15 year old who struggles with anxiety like I do.

F*uck Anxiety did not disappoint! The wording is down to earth and gritty. Lauren takes something that so many struggle with and makes you feel like you can grab it by the balls and take control. I loved it so much I bought a paperback copy of it for my daughter! It offers so much practical, stuff you can do right now, advice and to action ideas to help you through all kinds of anxiety situations.

I was even surprised to find she recommends some things that I already naturally gravitate to that are stress and anxiety reducing. Things like search-a-word puzzles and coloring. I have a coloring app on my iPad my husband recently found for me and I find it soothing. Little did I know it can actually be a stress reducer! no wonder I gravitate towards it!

Just one of the many things she says that made me laugh out loud, or take a deep breathe and feel like you are not alone, and that you can beat anxiety: "Anxiety is like your whole nervous system bleeding, but we just can't see it. But that doesn't make it any less real that than that stabby leg wound. And most of the time, we feel it super intensely. Our stomachs turn and roil. Our breath goes all raggedy. We become a big ol' ball of freak-the-f-out, and we have no idea what to do. So think of this book like the first aid kit you'd run for if you were bleeding inside."

This book is one that I envision on a nightstand, dogeared and worn as it feels like you have friend within the book who is there to listen and guide you. A friend who is downright witty and funny. Helping you to keep it real as you navigate the world through your anxiety. This is a refer to over and over again type of "go-to" book.

Thank you NetGalley for the ARC

[Ale · Rating 5 out of 5]

F*uck Anxiety is a book written by Lauren Douglas with 101 ways to… “f*uck anxiety” or at least to be less anxious.
Remind this, and it’s written several times in the book too, ok to suggestions but a therapist is way more better!
I read the book on the NetGalley Shelf app on my phone and I had few problems, because I could not figure out the actual size of pages and I just had to scroll up and down to continue reading the book, this is not something against the book I think that the format in NetGalley Shelf app was not so correct for the book.
As for the book I had a couple of situations when I really had an anxiety attack and naturally I did all the things listed but I am really considering if another one occurs, anytime, I’ll go to a therapist I can’t do it on my own.
In the book there are 101 suggestions, as written before, to… make activities, to eat properly, to set the mood for relaxing and I think they are really useful to be creative in your life, and actually they are useful for anyone.
I also discovered I can buy the book, when available, on Amazon… yesterday I really wanted to color things and do writing activities at the end of the book.
I enjoyed how the book is written: serious suggestions in a funny tone makes everything more ”real” and I did right away activities written down, because… why not?! I knew they were useful and they are.
I also enjoyed the graphics.
I highly highly recommend it.
Thanks to Net Galley for having given me the possibility to read and give a comment!

[Candice Hale · Rating 4 out of 5]

𝗙*𝗰𝗸 𝗔𝗻𝘅𝗶𝗲𝘁𝘆 by Lauren Douglas is not just a self-help book, but it is a necessary guide to understanding what it means to not let anxiety take full control of your life. The author provides 101 ways to help readers soothe, manage, and deal with stress, anxiety, and burdens that interrupt the beauty of our lives. This little book is packed with six powerful chapters that kick anxiety’s ass so you can get back to being you before panic or stress took you under.

The book is illustrated with beautiful images and drawings, equipped with fun and beneficial activities to settle your anxiety, and filled with researched-based ideas to help you understand your specific types of anxiety. This is not a book you should simply read in one sitting, but one you should come back to repeatedly when the time demands it. For example, I read it over a two week period, but I’d definitely come back to it for thought techniques and exercises. Here are also a few steps that I found very appealing as I read:

- Step No. 10: 60 Seconds of Good-Ass Breathing
- Step No. 17: Find a Dazzling Therapist
- Step No. 35: Sleep, Or At Least Put Yourself to Bed
- Step No. 53: Self-Forgiveness
- Step No. 67: Read a Book (of course, I would add this one)
- Step No. 71: Laugh

As someone who has suffered with stress-anxiety disorder for the last decade, I really needed this book in graduate school. It would have been a godsend for me. I will say that this book will only work to be a supplement to anyone’s mental health struggles so please make sure you seek professional help outside of books if necessary.

This book is heavily saturated with curse words, hence the title, so if you’re uncomfortable with them, then this might not be the book for you. There is a curse word maybe on every page. Also, this book is fairly geared towards women, too, but I believe any gender can learn from these exercises and techniques.

Overall, I enjoyed this book and I’m down with giving the 🖕🏽to anxiety!

[Mandy Kell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thank you to Netgally and Andrews McMeel Publishing for providing a copy of F*ck Anxiety by Lauren Douglas for an honest review.

F*ck Anxiety by Lauren Douglas is one of the most relatable, thorough books on anxiety that I've read in quite a while! I've read so many anxiety help books and none have the badass, honest energy of this book. It's stuffed full of tried and true anti-anxiety techniques coupled with amazingly positive pep talks. The author did a great job of compiling a large assortment of tools, devices, and methods to working through anxiety. I was especially excited to see how interactive this book was. There are charts, logs, puzzles, coloring pages, and plenty of question and answer sections to keep the reader engaged in the content instead of in their stress reactions. I pre-ordered a copy for myself and several family and friends. The book seems to primarily be targeted towards women but I believe that it is helpful for anyone who struggles with anxiety and has a good sense of humor.

Five Stars for this book! And the author Lauren Douglas! And anyone who struggles with anxiety but is determined to this life to the fullest!

#LaurenDouglas #FckAnxiety #NetGalley

[Joy Reading · Rating 4 out of 5]

The title of this book describes how I feel most days of my life. I don’t say that lightly. Perhaps ironically, this lighthearted book was a genuine delight to sink my teeth into.

I genuinely love the tone the author takes with the reader. I enjoyed being in “her company” as soon as I started reading. Which is important because anxiety is so serious and you need to initially want to read this to get to any of the benefits. So very well done with that because it totally pays off.

I’m 29 and I’ve suffered from anxiety from longer than I care to figure out. I loved this book. It’s hard to say how often I’ll utilise the techniques but I’m thinking about purchasing a copy. As shallow as this sounds, the book is very pretty and that also adds to my feelings of calm when looking at the pages (I love a good palm motif).

“Heaven is a barefoot, bull-shitless day.” Amen to that.

“So let’s slowly loosen that death grip on How Fucking Stupid All Humans Are and focus on the micro-universe of our hands for a few minutes.” I love you dearly for this.

I snorted and laugh during reading this book MANY times. This book put a GENUINE smile on my face and I can’t thank the author enough for that!

[Drea · Rating 5 out of 5]

Where has this book been my whole life?? These are real and practical ways to fight anxiety both in the moment or paralyzing anxiety to feelings looming within to ways to work on your brain to stave off self-doubt and self sabotage that leads us to that crippling anxiety. It’s well-researched without a “one size fits all” approach which I so appreciated. The layout is with different fonts and spacing which drew me in to read more. This is a keeper-one where you’ll want a highlighter handy to save approaches that will work for you or ones you want to try. I’ve been in therapy for anxiety for years and this gave me ideas to assuage it that I had not heard of before. How great is that? Heartfelt thanks to Andrews McMeel Publishing for not only giving me an advanced copy for review but also for publishing this gem.

[Diane Adams · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thank you to NetGalley and Andrews McMeel for the opportunity to preview the e-galley in exchange for an honest book.

Full disclosure—I ran out of time and was unable to complete the book before it vanished from my shelf. BUT—I plan to buy it in the very near future! I must have my own hard copy of this book!

I am the sort of person who finds things like breathing exercises really boring…BUT, the way this book presented them was so amusing that I wanted to do them and share them with everyone I know!

And when I realized that there were coloring pages and mazes and word searches at the end…
Yep, I need this book. And if you ever experience any type of anxiety (and who doesn’t these days?) chances are, you need it too. Unless you’re offended by “language”. Then it’s probably not for you. But for me—5 stars!

[Heather · Rating 1 out of 5]

Honestly I was tempted to dnf this at many points. It tried to be edgy and cool, with no new information. If you are currently a teenager (who I believe this books target audience is) and have just discovered you have anxiety or have realised you have alot of anxious tendencies, and have never before looked into help, then sure maybe give this a go, it has all the basics in here and is probably a good starting point to figure out what works for you.

I found the book very cringe and it was trying to be 'hip' but hey maybe it succeeded? Also the last 15% fully turns into an activity book for some reason, which made no sense as the odd activity had been worked in to the rest of the sections.

Honestly this could help alot of people, but it didn't help me and gave me no new Information.

Thanks to @netgalley for providing me with this ARC in exchange for an honest review.

[wonderfullyweird88 · Rating 4 out of 5]

Anxiety is a part of life. There is no escaping it but sometimes it can get out of uncontrol. Therapy can be expensive so having something to turn to to help refresh your skills, put things into perspective really helps. I'm a therapist in my day to day life so I have plenty of experience with anxiety,

I found this book fun, light-hearted and easy to read. Best of all the tips actually do help with anxiety. This book is written by a woman and her target audience is women, so if you are put off by that this book may not be for you but the tips are universal.

Personally I think this book is best enjoyed and used in paper form. This is especially true if you want to do any of the helpful stress relieving activities thoughtfully included.

I received an arc of this book via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

[Sara Colliss · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is a must-have for those suffering with anxiety in the modern age. Even those who are therapy frequent flyers will get a lot of takeaways to add to their toolbox of strategies to call upon when the big bad grim reaper of anxiety shows up. This book is a beauty to behold; definitely one of the more attractive self-help books out there! The prose used by the author is entertaining, cutting-edge, digestible and yet still meaningful and credible. There is not one single sentence about this book that I would change, in fact, I just submitted my pre-order for not 1, but 2 copies! This book is a game-changer and I want an extra copy on hand should I see someone I love struggling who might benefit from the wealth of knowledge Douglas has shared.

[Mark Alpheus · Rating 4 out of 5]

F*ck anxiety! Yeah right?

The title charmed me (obv) so I downloaded an e-arc from Netgalley and find out what it's about.

Turns out, this is a handbook for many things: dealing with stress, anxiety, and even has tips on caring for your mental health.

I was so surprised to find out some of it's content reflect the things I already. I mean, wow, I guess I'm handling my anxiety quite well.

It was also written with a humorous modern voice, which I enjoyed. Second only to the activities they added at the back portion (I hope I owned a physical copy lol).

Reminder that there is no absolute way of dealing with anxiety, you gotta find our what works for you best. F*ck Anxiety will give you tips, and I hope that if you do read it, that you find what works.

[Christy · Rating 4 out of 5]

4 helpful, fun-guide, easy-to-read stars :)

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for providing a digital copy for review ^^

This was an overall fun and easy-to-read guide on tricks and tips to overcome anxiety. It was filled with different chapters covering various tips and advice. The layout is lovely, as well as font choice, colors, and overall way the book is written. There are lots of fun calming activities at the end, including word searches, color-by-number, mazes and more.

I would recommend this to the person in your life that is always dealing with anxiety, or someone that could use a little bit of calm and relaxation.

[Vikki Bullock · Rating 4 out of 5]

I loved the tone of this book, positive and upbeat with suggestions galore to help anxiety be less of a burden!
Everyone will find the layout and terminology quirky and relatable. The immediate remedy approach is excellent, assistance to stop a panic attack developing is instantly available!
Perhaps more masculine touches are needed, overall an enjoyable and straight forward handbook to soothe those anxious thoughts!

Many thanks to the publisher, NetGalley and author for allowing me to review this book.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.