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my year of rest and relaxation by ottessa moshfegh

i connected so much to this book, as an artist and recent college grad but most importantly as someone who stuggles with mental illness and utilizes escapism. my fav thing about this book is that the narrator remains unnamed which really allowed me to embed myself into this book and i think thats one of the biggest reasons this book was so impactful to me. since moving back home, i rediscovered my local library and omg luv it so much

@emmy2blue

Jul 6, 2024

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My year of rest and relaxation by Ottessa Moshfegh

I hated this book when I first read it. I thought it was absolutely ridiculous. And yet, more than five years later, I still find myself thinking about it. No other book has illustrated my particular brand of depression better. Sometimes you just want to exit for a bit.

@paintingclouds

Jan 22, 2024

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“The notion of my future suddenly snapped into focus: it didn’t exist yet.” - ottessa moshfegh, my year of rest and relaxation

i thought i was sooooooo cool

@laceyliz

Jan 6, 2025

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Daria

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Mar 13, 2025

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Freezing cold shower

Skin and hair have never been better ... also helps anxiety wishing you luck

@clairep

Mar 19, 2025

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acts of kindness

At my local shop , there is this one shopkeeper who works alot during the weekdays . We compliment and smile at eachother every so often whilst he scans my chocolate and energy drinks. I once went into the shop with a 50 euro note. i only bought food worth maybe 8euros , so i had alot of change. walking home that day i lost the money , it must have fell out of my pockets whilst i took my phone or keys out . I only realised when i got home and was running around my local area following my route trying to see if i could find the money . I went to the shop , queued up again and asked him if anyone handed in any money, he said no and offered to help me search , he pulled this massive unit out from under the cashier to see if the money had fallen below . It wasnt there :( . He walked me home to see if we could find it on the street. Anyways we didnt find it , i was so embarrassed but he now has this recurring bit where he gives me my change in a plastic baggy and makes me zip it into my trouser or coat pocket . I do not even know this mans name and i highly doubt he knows mine . Spread kindness with those in your locality , there is nothing better than catching up with your deli woman or favourite shopkeeper . I love knowing that those who know fairly much nothing about you can care for you , and that you care for them . Peace and love to all

@clairep

Mar 12, 2025