Open When A Companion for Life Twists and Turns

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Publisher: Michael Joseph Ltd
ISBN: 9780241663943

From the bestselling author of Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before?, Dr. Julie Smith returns with Open When: A Companion for Life’s Twists and Turns — a compassionate, practical guide to help you through life’s toughest emotional moments.

Whether you’re feeling stressed, battling self-doubt, or searching for motivation, this book is your go-to companion for every challenge. Each chapter is structured as an “Open When…” letter — offering calm, clarity, and empathy when you need it most. Dr. Julie pairs her heartfelt messages with actionable strategies and real-time tools that help you reframe your thoughts, manage emotions, and make confident decisions.

Covering universal life challenges such as pressure to perform, relationship struggles, anxiety, fitting in, and decision-making, Open When reminds you that you’re not alone — and that there’s always a way forward.

Drawing on her experience as a clinical psychologist and global mental health educator, Dr. Julie offers the same warmth and wisdom that made her first book an international phenomenon. Backed by psychological insight and written with honesty and compassion, Open When helps you find strength, perspective, and peace of mind when life gets complicated.

Perfect for anyone seeking mental health support, emotional resilience, or personal growth, this book is a soothing, empowering companion for the journey of being human.