A humorous and heartfelt journey through anxiety, OCD, and the everyday absurdities of life.
Jen Epstein's collection of personal essays dives deep into her world of irrational fears and obsessive-compulsive tendencies. From battling high-voltage wires as a child to navigating the perils of a two-night hospital stay, Jen's self-deprecating humor shines as she exposes her inner demons. Smart but challenged, she shares stories of surviving two years in Israel and squabbling with technical support, all while tapping into the minutiae of life with a distinctive style.
Is it for you? If you enjoy relatable stories about mental health, personal growth, and finding humor in the face of adversity, then this is a must-read. Discover a distinctive voice that will make you laugh, cry, and gasp. Perfect for readers who appreciate:
- Personal essays
- Humorous memoirs
- Mental health narratives
"In the spirit of writers like Jenny Traig and Augustan Burroughs, Jen Epstein writes about her experiences living with anxiety and OCD with humor and heart. Whether she’s obsessing over rabid bats in Costa Rica or facing herself in dressing room mirrors, Epstein reminds us that worry is the disease of and for our troubled times. If you’ve ever wondered just what’s in your drinking water, if you’ve ever endured the dubious joys of life’s zip line while waiting for it to snap, you’ll find a friend in Jen Epstein." —Lori Jakiela, author of Portrait of the Artist as a Bingo Worker and Belief is its Own Kind of Truth, Maybe
"Jen Epstein's Don't Get Too Excited: It's Just About a Pair of Shoes and Other Laments From My Life is a colorful, fun ride through Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, something that is not generally characterized as such. This book made me laugh and revel in it'sl34
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