COMING NOVEMBER 2025 Start Here: a practical guide for the overwhelmed
distilling a century of science to concrete lessons for your own calm and growth
Hi Darlings,
I hope you are stuffed with love and Reese’s Peanut Butter cups (just like I am). Today I’m writing to share some happy news.
Little, Brown UK is publishing my new book, Start Here: a practical guide for the overwhelmed, in Great Britain, Australia, and New Zealand in November. [insert excited squeal and blushing] (US release dates coming soon!)
Y’all, it’s just bonkers. I am happy and grateful and nervous and all of those again. Here’s a bit about the book:
Title: Start Here, a practical guide for the overwhelmed
Description: Too many of us suffer the costs of burnout, from exhaustion, to poor work performance and family disconnection. Burnout can also lead to more significant physical health and mental health problems. Working mothers and those in the helping professions are especially vulnerable to burnout.
Many of us yearn for a map which will take us from languishing to flourishing, narrated by an expert who has climbed the same mountain. This book is that map - distilling a century of science into a three-step recipe for treating burnout: Soothe, transcend, then move.
Start Here is crafted for easy readability for the overwhelmed reader. Sentences and chapters are short. The research is supported by relatable personal stories applying their lessons in real life. Professional design and illustrations increase accessibility for those lacking time, energy or attention.
This warm, culturally-informed manual is the emotional life manual that you want your smart friend to write.
Pass this on to anyone who might be interested!
This book might be for you if
you want to learn new techniques to feel calm and motivated but would prefer advice that is backed by research
you would like support with overwhelm but are tired of simplistic tips that ignores the reality of our uncertain times
you want to feel better but honestly, can’t read or even focus for more than a few minutes at a time (Is it hormones? Is it the democratic doom spiral? Who knows?)
START HERE is an illustrated self-help guide and I can’t wait to share it with you.
You can pre-order from Waterstones, Amazon UK, or Amazon AU now.
Aotearoa New Zealand pre-order links coming soon!
Warmly, Kerry