I've read a lot of 'mental health' 'self help' type books and they all feel the same, a little bit weird! 91 talking about this. Ruby Wax is now my new idol. I was a terrible actress, I couldn't sing, I couldn't do characters, I couldn't do an English accent and I lived in England, so I was narrowing it down". A great insight into how to be mindful, complete with a 6 week course to put into practice. I was gonna give this 3 stars as there wasn't any new info for me but with Ruby's unique delivery, it will be one of those 'the right book for the right person at the right time' so i'll keep it in mind for future recommendations. I very much liked Ruby Wax's first book "Sane New World: Taming The Mind" which was a very interesting read insightful and funny but this tried to be all things to all women/men as a guide to mindfulness and so included chapters for teenagers and children etc, but for me it felt very much like a retread of her first book with some additional information specific to mindfulness and specific about her own experiences with mental illness which although interesting was not why I bought the book. Objective, not fluffy, funny, to the point. Please try your request again later. But it meant that I knew it wouldn't be a load of new age clap trap. She seemed much calmer. A book that brings rewards as you listen. Too speciesist and sexist etc. About Ruby. Join us for a special event with entertainer and mental health advocate Ruby Wax on how we can find possibility and positivity in 2021. Unable to add item to List. I've enjoyed her comedy but didn't really expect this book to work. I ended up skipping this chapter and this allowed me to finish the book. As such, they were dry and interrupted the flow of the book for me. Our payment security system encrypts your information during transmission. has been added to your Cart. I read it instead and thought it was very helpful. I have read 5 or 6 books on mindfulness but this is the one I will remember most. The Secret to Knowing Yourself: My Meditation Journey, 50 Things To Do Before Seeing a Psychiatrist: And How To Actually Do Them. As you would expect, it's well put together, funny and a occasionally little manic (just like Ruby). I mean, the tips were good and explanations were easy to understand. Ruby Wax is a comedian, writer and performer, and has been an advocate for mental health for years. So I thought, hey she has a new book! Just bought my 3rd copy as I keep gifting mine to friends after telling them about it. That said she reads her book brilliantly and there was so much to enjoy. I'm not quite sure where to start with this review. Rest has become a dirty word, and our idea of satisfaction is answering the last email. After her television career and celebrity faded, she re-invented herself and went to study Mindfulness Cognitive Therapy at Oxford. Frazzled Cafe is a registered charity that operates with the purpose of providing a safe, confidential and non-judgemental environment where people who are feeling frazzled and overwhelmed by the stresses of modern life can meet on a regular basis to talk and share their personal stories. Full content visible, double tap to read brief content. I am contemplating doing the 6 weeks mindfulness course which is part of this book if anyone would like to join me? When her career hit the skids, she had a breakdown of sorts. Love it! I loved hearing Ruby read but some parts of the more helpful parts were harder to follow when listening. Really enjoyed, Reviewed in the United States on July 20, 2017, Excellent delivery time; and an amazing product, as well. Possibly not the best type of book for someone in their 80's. I’d recommend Mindfulness too, it’s a great way to manage stress and take a breath. Welcome back. This book is FANTASTICI!! I love this book. A charity founded by Ruby Wax that runs peer support meetings across the UK for people feeling frazzled and overwhelmed by the stresses of modern life. I found parts of this book really easy to read, but faltered at chapter 5 and the mindfulness exercises. My mother is a big Ruby Wax fan and I remember watching her on the TV when I was a child. Tickets are still available - book quick. Ruby Wax is a talented writer. There are no discussion topics on this book yet. Well written with a 6 week "course" in practicing mindfulness. How can Ruby Wax write a book about good news when the world is facing the worst disaster since the Plague? It's an easy-to-understand introduction to mindfulness, weaved together with Ruby's trademark wit and humour. Please try again. Penguin presents the unabridged, downloadable, audiobook edition of Frazzled, written and read by Ruby Wax. I have been able to stop my medication after reading this book (always consult your GP first like I did). Enter your mobile number or email address below and we'll send you a link to download the free Kindle App. Ruby Wax does a good job of mixing the science of mindfulness with her own life in her own unique style, Bit of a genre-bender this one. The book was about her life, various anecdotes, and some science about our way our brains are wired. Drawing on her own personal experiences, it is a combination of anecdotes, simple psychology and some practical exercises to help bring mindfulness to life. Wax was everywhere on telly when I was a teenager and I personally wasn't into her manic approach to comedy. I've listened to podcasts, read other books, talked to people who do it but never understood the benefit of it. She explains things, tell you how much she doesn't want to do it and gives you 5 ways to try and do the same thing you really don't want to do either---but should try. . In A Mindfulness Guide for the Frazzled, Ruby Wax shows us how to de-frazzle for good by making simple changes that give us time to breathe, reflect and live in the moment. She has a masters in Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy so this is not a case of jumping on the bandwagon, she does know her stuff. It is very insightful and amusing at the same time. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 16, 2017. Interes. The Art of Intentional Thinking: Master Your Mindset. Ruby Wax has had quite an interesting and amazing life. Something I'm always looking for (even though I know there's no real solution for a mental health illness). Something I'm always looking for (even though I know there's no real solution for a mental health illness). Great book. I was expecting more of a self help book about stress and slowing down and how to do it. In A Mindfulness Guide for the Frazzled, Ruby Wax shows us how to de-frazzle for good by making simple changes that give us time to breathe, reflect and live in the moment. … I have already done some mindfulness and try to practice regularly. She holds a Masters’ degree in Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy from Oxford University and was awarded an OBE in 2015 for her services to mental health. The definitive, step-by-step guide to developing mental toughness! Weds 13 Jan – Online via Zoom 7pm UK time (see your time zone here) Tickets: Open to all with optional donation. Eventbrite - Action for Happiness presents Beyond Frazzled - with Ruby Wax - Wednesday, 13 January 2021 - Find event and ticket information. If we don't advance our more human qualities then we're doomed evolution-wise to become cyborgs, with an imprint of an 'Apple' where our hearts used to be. There was a problem loading your book clubs. She might just get an actual Dame Commander of the Order of the British Empire eventually if she keeps going with mindfulness. I made a start on Mark Williams'. There was an error retrieving your Wish Lists. Cheesy? Mindfulness contains easy to follow mindfulness exercises. It comes from many different levels, university, personal, and comic! by Penguin Life. The book details a six-week course in mindfulness for the frazzled, but before diving in, Wax makes a … Like a lot of these self help books it can be massively improved by replacing the name for the technique it is promoting, in this case mindfulness and MBCT, with the phrase "sticking a cucumber up my ass". I accidentally bought a self-help book--and it was just what I needed, Reviewed in the United States on February 14, 2017. at Oxford which brought her a realisation to the benefits. I found myself almost mouthing 'how does she know that I do this?!' 83 quotes from Ruby Wax: 'Why, when you have a mental disease, is it always considered an act of imagination? Ruby's You're Still Absolutely Fabulous As Ever! You’ll thank yourself later. I didn't really have high hopes going into this book but I do like Ruby Wax and thought I'd give it a shot as I'm on the lookout for a. I've never really understood or found the appeal of mindfulness. Whenever Ruby asked an audience if … It was more like a collection of one liners. Let us know what’s wrong with this preview of, Published I may well re-visit this section and work through the exercises when I feel able to do so. The Beginner's Guide to Stoicism: Tools for Emotional Resilience and Positivity, Calming the Chaos: A Soulful Guide for Managing Your Energy Rather than Your Time, Soul in the Storm: Stress Management through Mindfulness and Inner Transformation. You're listening to a sample of the Audible audio edition. But the rest of it I had difficulty with because I don't identify with Ruby Wax's view of the world: one where you are under endless self-inflicted pressure to compete. Fab book, funny, but also very serious and definitely a great help trying to find some peace of mind during a turbulent time in my life. “Here’s what I don’t understand: if something called neuroplasticity is a hard, cold fact, why haven’t we, the masses, heard much about it? Ruby Waxx is so funny. If we don't advance our more human qualities then we're doomed evolution-wise to become cyborgs, with an imprint of. Refresh and try again. As such, they were dry and interrupted the flow of the book for me. Ruby Wax: ‘I felt I had no community – so I started one’ Frazzled Cafe aims to help those who feel overwhelmed. Thanks a million, Reviewed in the United States on March 3, 2016. Also I think the word meditation sets expectations which can put some people off, (hello Mum), possibly especially that mindfulness takes time, but MBCT can be done in moments, and while you eat. Frazzled: Ruby Wax is off on tour BOOK IT FOLLOWING an 81-date, sell-out UK and Ireland tour last year, during which she was in residence at the Leicester Square Theatre London and Underbelly Edinburgh Fringe, author and campaigner Ruby Wax returns to the stage this spring with even more dates for her one-woman show Frazzled. (Prices may vary for AK and HI.). Start by marking “A Mindfulness Guide for the Frazzled” as Want to Read: Error rating book. Face your fear of death and light the fire in your gut to live your most meaningful life. I'm not sure what to make of this one. Bought for my mum after her G.P's recommendation but she really couldn't get on with it. There's a 6 week course in mindfulness in the middle, bookended by the author's experiences before and after her own Masters (don't you know!) Ruby Wax arrived in Britain in 1977 to pursue an acting career. A super chapter for parents on introducing concepts of being mindful for children was particularly engaging and made a lot of sense, although not having children I am guessing my judgemental head sees the impractical as practical. Bring your club to Amazon Book Clubs, start a new book club and invite your friends to join, or find a club that’s right for you for free. If you are facing depression, this is the book. Sold by prime world books and ships from Amazon Fulfillment. She went to Cambridge to explore her condition and shares it with us all. Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 14, 2018, I love the way Ruby writes. The Mental Toughness Handbook: A Step-By-Step Guide to Facing Life's Challenges, Ma... To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. She is forgiving and tells you yo love yourself. Thanks Ruby! With mindfulness advice for relationships, for parents, for children and for teenagers, and a six-week course based on her studies of Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy with Mark Williams at Oxford University, A Mindfulness Guide for the Frazzled is the only guide you need for a healthier, happier life. Fabulous read. I read she was in Amsterdam and someone wanted a new copy of her book in Dutch. Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2017. Has she been in a coma? We don’t share your credit card details with third-party sellers, and we don’t sell your information to others. in parts of it, which is actually a pretty cathartic affirmation that it's not just me that loses my absolute shit about things. ', 'I'll say it again - mental illness is a physical illness. After viewing product detail pages, look here to find an easy way to navigate back to pages you are interested in. Help others learn more about this product by uploading a video! January 7th 2016 I ended up skipping this chapter and this allowed me to finish the book. How can we start the new year with a sense of positivity and hope? The author's narration amplifies the impact of the material and had me laughing out loud (which attracted a few funny looks in the gym!) Instead, our system considers things like how recent a review is and if the reviewer bought the item on Amazon. The final chapters around her personal challenge of a week long meditation was fantastic, eating a digestive today was a different experience for me too! Let me explain. A very interesting and often funny take on the inner workings of modern western society, its expectations and how to deal with its lunacy! The bit I liked most was the description of a mindfulness bootcamp in Snowdonia - right at the end. Something went wrong. Once the concept is explained it gets a bit repetitive with each chapter merely restating the concept with advice on applying it, it is no surprise that the most interesting chapter is about the depression she suffered during the writing of the book, elsewhere it comes across as promotional gu. Mindfulness made interesting & Funny!! I find that most people write about the issue but never come up with a solution. Ruby Wax talks about mental health in her inimitable style, focusing on how we are all frazzled, how we got to be that way and what we can do about it - using comedy, mindfulness and chat with the audience.. Please try again. It is very insightful and amusing at the same time. What you might not know about Ruby (if you know her at all) is that she is one of a few mental health campaigning celebrities. Your thoughts determine your actions. I found it quite annoying to be honest. Sane New World: A User's Guide to the Normal-Crazy Mind, Mindfulness: An Eight-Week Plan for Finding Peace in a Frantic World, By Ruby Wax Sane New World: Taming the Mind, Mindfulness for the Ultimate Athlete: Mastering the Balance Between Power and Peace, A Year of Mindfulness: A 52-Week Guided Journal to Cultivate Peace and Presence. Just a moment while we sign you in to your Goodreads account. Ruby encountered thousands of people looking to connect and share their stories and whenever she asked her audiences if they wanted a chance to speak, they always did. Goodreads helps you keep track of books you want to read. Ruby Wax … A Mindfulness Guide For The Frazzled Review Read More » You've nothing to lose but your stress... 'Whip-smart on the subject... she teaches the art of doing nothing in a way that doesn't send you to sleep' The Times. These items are shipped from and sold by different sellers. Wax was everywhere on telly when I was a teenager and I personally wasn't into her manic approach to comedy. I am on a journey to becoming my authentic self. Ruby Wax, the American born comedian/TV personality, released a book on mindfulness; A Mindfulness Guide for the Frazzled inspired by her own coping … I didn't really have high hopes going into this book but I do like Ruby Wax and thought I'd give it a shot as I'm on the lookout for any help with depression and anxiety. **The number one bestseller, with over 150,000 copies sold, which kick-started a mindfulness revolution**, 'Ruby Wax has written a guide to mindfulness that's as hilarious as it is useful' Arianna Huffington. I. I haven't read Sane New World, but I can really recommend A Mindfulness Guide for the Frazzled. Try it :), Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 29, 2018. 18 Likes 16 Comments 24 Shares Insightful, funny and helpful, without any jargon. Frazzled Cafes - RubyWax.net Frazzled Cafe meetings provide a ‘talk-in’ place where people who are feeling frazzled can meet on a regular basis to talk and share their personal stories in a safe, anonymous and non-judgmental environment - a place where it's ok, to not be ok. She has diverted from comedy to work on her depression. BUT Ruby says it like it is, her humour is what makes it an absolute pleasure to read! Interesting huh? This quirky book has certainly spurred me on. A Mindfulness Guide for t... Check out our wide selection of third-party gift cards. Ruby Wax now has an OBE (honorary Officer of the Order of the British Empire) for her services to mental health and tours the world about mindfulness. My key takeaway was the importance of mindfulness and being present and being in the moment. Ruby Wax, the American born comedian/TV personality, recently released a book on mindfulness; A Mindfulness guide for the frazzled inspired by her own coping needs with her depression. To get the free app, enter your mobile phone number. Ruby Wax is a brilliant comedian and author. Tonight I was to watch American actress, mental health campaigner, comedian and author Ruby Wax in a one women show based on her new book – A Mindfulness Guide For The Frazzled. But the “humor” was not for my taste. She addresses clinical depression and anxiety in a straightforward way joined with wonderful humor. Then Ruby went to a mindfulness retreat, and after that, the book flowed. Outrageously witty, smart and accessible, Ruby Wax shows ordinary people how and why to change for good. Stop self-defeating behaviors and act with intention. It's an easy-to-understand introduction to mindfulness, weaved together with Ruby's trademark wit and humour. We might have evolvedto be able to miraculously balance on seven-inch heels, but as far as our emotional development is concerned we're still swimming with the pond scum. And for someone so insecure that they head straight for the most popular person in the crowd in order to feel validated by making them laugh, she should frame and hang the picture of her and HH cracking up together in her living space and mind's eye as a reminder for h. I was gonna give this 3 stars as there wasn't any new info for me but with Ruby's unique delivery, it will be one of those 'the right book for the right person at the right time' so i'll keep it in mind for future recommendations. Transf... YOU MIGHT DIE TOMORROW: Face Your Fear of Death to Live Your Most Meaningful Life. I am an ordinary 52 year old woman, not particularly academic but learning all I can about mindfulness and the way my brain works (or not). I've enjoyed her comedy but didn't really expect this book to work. I didn't find all of it relevant to my own circumstances but as a guide to how and why to try it , it's refreshing and enlightening. You will enjoy this no matter what level you are :) I read her other book Sane New World and that was fantastic too, I would definitely recommend both! Ruby makes a compelling case for mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, which she has taken a Masters in, and which I think is a better descriptor than mindfulness meditation, because as she says, you'll get the best out of the technique if you can do it anywhere, not just cross legged in silence. Sometimes it appears that the honesty is a shield or coping mechanism. Ruby Wax did a Masters at Oxford in Mindfulness. A book that brings rewards as you listen. In A Mindfulness Guide for the Frazzled, Ruby Wax shows us how to de-frazzle for good by making simple changes that give us time to breathe, reflect and live in the moment. Let Ruby be your guide to a healthier, happier you. Please try again. Book Your Place. Despite growing up with toxic parents, she managed to study drama at the Royal Scottish Academy of Dramatic Arts in Glasgow, Scotland; tour with the Royal Shakespeare Company with close friends like Alan Rickman, Zoe Wanamaker, David Suchet, and others; then stardom with "Girls on Top" with talented Tracey Ullman, Jennifer Saunders, and Dawn French; later a television personality for doing interviews with celebrities; and working as an editor for "Absolutely Fabulous." You might know comedian Colin Jost from his work as the co-anchor of Saturday Night Live’s Weekend Update, or perhaps you know him as Scarlett... To see what your friends thought of this book, I haven't read Sane New World, but I can really recommend A Mindfulness Guide for the Frazzled. I find that most people write about the issue but never come up with a solution. Sane New World or A Mindfulness Guide for the Frazzled and why? It's so informative too! She's witty and honest. We’d love your help. Strategies to discover what self care means to you. Frazzled Cafe Online - Hosted by Alex PM 11:30am - 12:30pm: Frazzled Cafe Online - Facilitated by Damian 1pm - 1:45pm: Meet-up with Frazzled Cafe - Hosted by Jenny d'A 5:30pm - 6:30pm: Frazzled Cafe Meeting with Ruby Wax 7pm - 8pm: Frazzled Cafe Online - Facilitated by John 8:15pm - 9pm: Meet-up with Frazzled Cafe - Hosted by Kari R 27 We might have evolvedto be able to miraculously balance on seven-inch heels, but as far as our emotional development is concerned we're still swimming with the pond scum. Why are we left sitting here with a measly fourteen shades of grey, when, if we’re talking about the brain, there are a trillion possible shades.”, “Addiction Let’s make one thing clear: we’re not just addicted to drugs, sex or alcohol, we can also get addicted to our thoughts and feelings of panic, anxiety and despair. Reviewed in the United States on June 23, 2016. — Ruby Wax, OBE The inspiration for Frazzled Cafe came from our founder and patron Ruby Wax’s experiences during her best-selling book and theatre tours. There's a 6 week course in mindfulness in the middle, bookended by the author's experiences before and after her own Masters (don't you know!) If you love Ruby, I think you will enjoy this book. Once the concept is explained it gets a bit repetitive with each chapter merely restating the concept with advice on applying it, it is no surprise that the most interesting chapter is about the depression she suffered during the writing of the book, elsewhere it comes across as promotional guff. And I know. We all are! Even if you're not familiar with the author's work in entertainment, you're likely to enjoy and appreciate this book. See 1 question about A Mindfulness Guide for the Frazzled…, Mindfulness: A practical guide to finding peace in a frantic world, This Just In: ‘SNL’ Star Colin Jost Is Seriously Bookish. Started reading this a while back when I first started to practice being mindful. I'm conscious that the problem I had with this section of the book was that I was reading for leisure rather than as a deliberate decision to practice the exercises. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Ruby makes a compelling case for mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, which she has taken a Masters in, and which I think is a better descriptor than mindfulness meditation, because as she says, you'll get the best out of the technique if you can do it anywhere, not just cross legged in silence. Funny, moving and full of information for those of us who struggle with our frazzled minds in a modern world. Didn't think I needed this type of book but it certainly gave me an insight into how easy it is to allow oneself to get stressed and how to calm things down. Ruby Wax shows us a scientific solution to these modern problems: mindfulness. I mean really funny. In 2013, Ruby Wax published a book called Sane New World, which became a number one best-seller followed by A Mindfulness Guide for the Frazzled, published in January 2016. Prime members enjoy FREE Delivery and exclusive access to music, movies, TV shows, original audio series, and Kindle books. It's an easy-to-understand introduction to mindfulness, weaved together with Ruby's trademark wit and humour. Previous page of related Sponsored Products, Discover the path to inner peace with a year-long mindfulness journal, Start on the journey to peace and patience with these everyday exercises in mindfulness. I have been interested in Mindfulness for some time but haven't really made the effort or taken the time to get into it. Practicing Mindfulness: 75 Essential Meditations to Reduce Stress, Improve Mental H... Mindfulness, Mantras & Meditations: 55 Inspirational Practices to Soothe the Body, ... Coming to Wholeness: How to Awaken and Live with Ease (The Wholeness Work Book 1). I wasn't the biggest fan of Ruby Wax the comedy journalist. A Mindfulness Guide for the Frazzled (Paperback) £8.99 Out of stock Frazzled Cafe "Ruby Cube" (Limited Edition) £9.99 ... is it some kind of macabre joke? Drawing on her own personal experiences, it is a combination of anecdotes, simple psychology and some practical exercises to help bring mindfulness to life. That said she reads her book brilliantly and there was so much to enjoy. A very interesting book but I think I made a mistake listening to the audio book rather than having a real copy. Your actions determine your life. In 2015 it was announced that she would be made an Officer of the Order of the British Empire for her services to mental health. I may well re-visit this section and work through the exercises when I feel able to do s. I found parts of this book really easy to read, but faltered at chapter 5 and the mindfulness exercises. Ruby will also share her thoughts on the importance of mindfulness, mental health and her ground-breaking network of Frazzled cafes, which are providing much-needed support for people in local communities and now via online meetings too. It also analyzes reviews to verify trustworthiness. Five hundred years ago no one died of stress: we invented this concept and now we let it rule us. I ordered it before I know what it was about. Top subscription boxes – right to your door, Mandalas & Patterns Coloring Books for Grown-Ups, Religious & Inspirational Coloring Books for Grown-Ups, © 1996-2021, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. 500 years ago no-one died of stress: we invented this concept and now we let it rule us. Teaming her wit and humour with personal anecdotes on her journey to mindfulness - Ruby Wax tells it like no other. Ruby is on tour this spring with her #Frazzled Show. Five hundred years ago no-one died of stress: we have invented this concept and now we let it rule us. Ruby Wax's latest offering is a must for anyone interested in depression, mindfulness and how to cope with the roadblocks thrown up by an increasingly complex world. We work hard to protect your security and privacy. Which Ruby Wax mindfulness book should I read? Highly recommend though not necessarily for an elderly relative. I am hoping that it is as good as Frazzled. The inspiration for Frazzled Cafe came from our founder and patron Ruby Wax’s experiences during her best-selling book tours and theatre shows. I found it a witty, relatable and, constructive response to the author's own mental illness, and thought it deliver sound advice on how the reader could attempt to nurture their own. I'm sure Ruby's parents would remark that "It's not dame hood!" I have been able to stop my medication after reading this book (always consult your GP first like I did), Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 17, 2017. Control Your Thoughts. A big recommendation for anyone looking for more opportunities for sanity. When I heard a few weeks ago that Frazzled, (her fabled one woman show based on the book of the same name) was sold out in Dublin, I managed to pull some strings, namely, beg my Goddaughter who works in the O’Reilly Theatre, to get me a ticket… at Oxford which brought her a realisation to the benefits. Ruby Wax is frazzled. (Did I mention she is funny?) Outrageously witty, smart and accessible, Ruby Wax shows ordinary people how and why to change for good. Reviewed in the United States on January 27, 2016. Back in 6 weeks to let you know how the Mindfulness course in this book went! 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