{"product_id":"living-better-how-i-learned-to-survive-depression-1","title":"Living Better: How I Learned to Survive Depression","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eAlastair Campbell's autobiography, \"Living Better,\" explores his lifelong struggle with depression, offering hope and insight into the impact of mental health problems on personal and professional relationships. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e                                                            \u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 320 pages\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 29 April 2021\u003cbr\u003e                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: John Murray Press\u003cbr\u003e                          \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Sunday Times bestseller, \"Living Better\" by Alastair Campbell, delves into the author's lifelong battle with depression. This autobiographical, psychological, and psychiatric exploration delves into Campbell's childhood, family, and relationships, while also examining the profound impact of his professional and political life on himself and those around him. However, it goes beyond personal introspection, as Campbell relentlessly seeks to understand depression through various treatments and perspectives.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWritten in the same direct, driven, clever, and candid style that characterizes Campbell, this book is a poignant blend of pain and hope. It explores how Campbell's successes have been, in part, because of, rather than despite, his mental health challenges. He candidly discusses how his experiences have shaped him and offers insights into the challenges and rewards of living with depression.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhile depression has touched countless families, there is still a significant stigma, shame, and taboo surrounding mental health issues. Campbell believes that openly discussing our feelings and experiences, whether as individuals with depression or as friends or relatives of those affected, is the first and most crucial step toward recovery. In \"Living Better,\" he shares his journey and encourages others to do the same, hoping to break down the barriers and promote greater understanding and empathy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis powerful and heartfelt book offers a glimpse into the depths of depression and the resilience of the human spirit. It is a testament to the power of honesty, self-reflection, and the support of loved ones in overcoming adversity. By sharing his story, Campbell inspires others to seek help and embrace the journey toward living better.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e                            \u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 228g                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 196 x 160 x 23 (mm)                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781529331837                                                      \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Alastair Campbell","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44097742045434,"sku":"9781529331837","price":9.27,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/ae5abfbd13b38f539a4f66d1a196744c_6bbe43e1-a7a7-4903-8381-9fe3c0060d98.jpg?v=1622478677","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/living-better-how-i-learned-to-survive-depression-1","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}