Work It Out: Finding Connection in the Digital Age Without Falling Apart

Fiona Thomas was your average 80s baby. She grew up without an iPhone, used actual landlines to make calls, and didn't have the luxury of Facebook during her adolescent years. However, she found herself suffering from the same problems many young people face today: the race for perfectionism, high levels of anxiety, and a fear of success. After an unfulfilling university experience, a stressful beginning in a management career, and a severe case of impostor syndrome, Fiona suffered a nervous breakdown in her mid-twenties. Work it Out is a brilliant reminder of how to control your online space and not let it control you. It combines first-person lived experience with practical advice to help readers prioritize their mental health by finding the right purpose-centered career and how the internet has helped to make that possible.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 224 pages
Publication date: 19 January 2023
Publisher: Trigger Publishing

A Brilliant Reminder on How to Control Your Online Space and Not Let It Control You




Emma Gannon, a Sunday Times bestselling author, writes with fearless honesty and a quick wit, resonating with many readers. Fiona Thomas, a self-proclaimed average 80s baby, grew up without the luxury of iPhones or Facebook during her adolescent years. However, despite her analogue upbringing, she faced similar challenges as many young people today, including the pursuit of perfectionism, high levels of anxiety, and a fear of success.


After an unfulfilling university experience, a stressful start in a management career, and a severe case of impostor syndrome, Fiona experienced a nervous breakdown in her mid-twenties. Therapy and medication played a crucial role in her recovery, but it was the online community that provided the solace and support she needed.


Through her own experience and with the benefit of hindsight, Fiona offers valuable insights to help readers understand the importance of the right type of connection, both online and offline, not only with others but with oneself. She highlights how connection can aid in recovery and how finding the right career can enhance our overall well-being and mental health. Fiona also explores the interconnectedness of purpose and well-being.


Work it Out is a practical guide filled with listicles, questions to ask oneself, and key takeaways. Fiona combines her first-person lived experience with practical advice to show readers how to prioritize their mental health by pursuing a purpose-centered career. She demonstrates how the internet has made this possible and provides a roadmap for individuals seeking a fulfilling and meaningful professional path.


By embracing the power of online connections and finding a career that aligns with our values and passions, we can take control of our online space and create a life that is both fulfilling and mentally healthy. Fiona's story is a testament to the resilience and adaptability of the human spirit.

Dimension: 190 x 127 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781837963935