How to Deal: With Fear, Failure, and Other Daily Dreads by Grace Miceli
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In this relatable and hilarious collection of comic strips, modern-day motivational posters, and illustrated lists and diary entries, illustrator Grace Miceli explores how our comfort zones may be a trap, how to stay when you want to run away, and where to find light when everything feels dark—beyond the glow of your phone.
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Praise for How to Deal
This book will hold your hand while you process. ―Jordan Sondler, author of Feel It Out
Like wandering the aisles of a grocery store because you just didn't know what else to do with yourself, How to Deal is unexpected, not impractical, and weirdly comforting. ―Adam J. Kurtz, artist and author of Things Are What You Make of Them
This book feels like a conversation with someone whose wisdom sometimes seems otherworldly, and at the same time, it's like chatting with your best friend. ―Amalia Andrade, author of Things You Think About When You Bite Your Nails
Grace Miceli uses a playful color palette, charming illustrations, and just the right amount of thoughtful text to get us comfortable with confronting the uncomfortable and uncontrollable aspects of life. ―Carissa Potter Carlson, artist and author of It's OK to Feel Things Deeply
This book made me chuckle and nod vigorously in agreement. It is witty and clever in the way it opens up about mental struggles. The colorful doodle-like images contain so much life and insightful advice...I would definitely recommend this book for anyone looking to brighten their day. ―Bookriot
Illustrator Grace Miceli has created a funny and beautifully illustrated manual to help readers deal with life's day-to-day stressors. How to Deal mixes hilarious comic strips with real-life diary entries from the author in order to offer up insight on how to handle fear, failure, and everything in between with an open heart and a sense of humor. ―Popsugar