I enjoy Gudetama on youtube every once in a while and practice mindfulness meditation so I thought I would check out this comic. It does a good job of explaining mindfulness and its various applications to a causal/young reader. I had never encountered the guy in the yellow suit before who basically plays the coach for Gudetama. He didn't have much of a personality for me. Basically the hyper, super-positive cheerleader trope that you see in anime sometimes. It wasn't for me but I definitely could see Gudetama lovers enjoying this book.

A wonderful introduction to mindfulness for both children and fans of Gudetama alike. Assuming its main audience is the former, it's thus superficial in explaining what mindfulness is but nevertheless emphasizes the importance of our actions in relation to others. It's a good gateway for children to delve deeper into being cognizant of sympathy/empathy as well as the topic of mindfulness at large for the future.

This was a very cute comic! I loved the messages it passed on. This would be great for children and young adults that have a hard time understanding these concepts to grasp them early on in life. The art was very good, though I got overwhelmed by the sheer amount of panels on each page because they were all full color and rather detailed. I love a well-detailed comic but this one took it a tad bit too far in comparison to all the other comics I've read over the years. My one other critique would be the font choice. In particular the letter 'U'. The font used reads like a 'LI'. I was jarred out of the stories various times to re-read a word that didn't make sense the first time around. Overall, it was a nice comic with a good message behind it!

* I received an eARC of this book via Netgalley. All opinions in this review are my own.

PUB DATE: April 6, 2021

I love this little egg. He’s so lazy & apathetic. I’ve been obsessed with him ever since I visited Japan.

This cute little comic is about Gudetama (the egg) learning from Nisetama about being more mindful in our daily lives towards ourselves and others. I love that this comic is aware that mindfulness can take a lot of mental and sometimes physical energy. Sympathizing and empathizing with others can be really hard but important to help living selflessly. Gudetama is here to guide you become a better person….then he’s going to be taking a nap.

Thank you Netgalley & Oni Press for this ARC!

This is such a sweet, insightful and educational graphic novel which I adored.

The colours, illustrations and atmosphere throughout this book captivate you and make you read it non-stop right till the very end.

I highly recommend this one!

This is such a cute, insightful, and educational graphic novel. The colors, illustrations, and atmosphere of this book will drag you in and keep you reading until the very end.

Anyone who knows me, knows I can never get enough of Gudetama, the cutest, laziest egg in existence. This book was a delight to read, and a big thank you to netgalley for letting me read and review an online copy of it. This book is a cute and light read, all about the art of mindfulness in everyday life. I loved it. I will definitely be picking up a psychical copy when they release, and I hope you do too!

I wanted to read this because of Wook-Jin Clark's artwork, in Flavor. I had no idea this hit - character exists, I mean. Lazy Egg. And his .. friend? Who is a grown-up man in, probably yolk, which looks like a yellow latex suit. I mean, weird, but, let's put this aside. This book is really good at what it was meant to be. Good for kids to learn empathy/sympathy/help to others/listen to them, etc. Nice artwork! Recommend to younger readers (especially kids).

I have been loving Sanrio since I was a child, and Gudetama is my favorite! (Well, Gudetama and Aggretsuko). This graphic novel was short and sweet. It's supposed to be about mindfulness, but to be honest, it really seemed to be about how to just be a good person in general. I thought it would be more focused on meditation. But it was still good. Overall, it was a really cute book. The visuals were very engaging and colorful.

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This was extremely cute! I work in a mental health facility for young parents and this would be something I would share in mindfullness groups. Easy to grasp the concepts and written in a way that grabs attention. A book we need in times like these. Loved the artwork.

Yes I know I rarely touch non-fiction books, but rarely do non-fiction books come with Gudetama’s butt slapped on them. AND even more rarely do they pop up covering mindfulness during what can only be described as a fart-stick doozy of a year.

Here’s a handy checklist of why you might be interested in it:
☐ Dislike long, dull books telling you how to be nice to people and be kind to yourself
☐ Somewhat lazy when it comes to putting yourself first
☐ Like Gudetama
☐ Currently living/surviving through 2021
☐ Fan of graphic novels/comics
☐ Have a small person nearby that you’d like to introduce the idea of mindfulness to

Now let’s get one thing straight – this is a comic for ALL ages. It’s definitely written in a way which can be easily understood by those young little scamps, but I know a lot of so-called adults who could benefit from a wee book all about how not to be a dick.

SO if you have a spare 20 mins or want to introduce the idea of mindfulness to kids in a way that won’t absolutely bamboozle them whilst looking at the adorable Gudetama character, then get this on your shelf.

Given the way 2021 is already shaping up, I will be going back to it from time to time to remind myself to breathe.

Gudetama: Mindfulness for the Lazy will hit those beautiful shelves on 6th April 2021.

I received this book from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

This was a cute little graphic novel with vibrant colours and fun illustrations. The theme of mindfulness focused primarily on being mindful and compassionate in your interactions with those around you, however, it also touched on self-care. I think that during times of hardship, for instance being almost a year into a global pandemic and intermittent lockdowns, it is especially important to reflect upon how we relate to others and how we can build a foundation of mutual understanding and empathy. Everyone is a unique and distinct individual, but we are all human and sometimes society could do with a bit of a reminder that all human beings are equally deserving of respect and compassion. There may not be anything revolutionary about what is said in this book, but it is packaged in an engaging and sweet way that makes it a good, quick read.

This book was bizarre!
As someone who is interested in mindfulness, I was intrigued by this book.

It was ok, and I enjoyed the illustrations but it felt very random and the whole world was very strange.

What’s the best way to teach mindfulness? With cute Sanrio characters!

With stressful times like these, the wise words of the perpetually lazy and chilled out Gudetama is exactly what you need. The last few months for me have not been easy, so reading this is a much needed guide. It discusses the benefits of mindfulness and meditation, how to apply a mindful approach to difficult situations, and how to decompress from stress and how to approach it in a calm manner. It’s full of thoughtful messages, about taking care of yourself and being kind to those around you, even if it proves difficult.

I think the biggest benefit of this graphic novel is that it’s short, and so it’s perfect for the busy professional, or someone who doesn’t have much time. It holds your attention with cute characters and colourful illustrations that make the reading experience easier to digest. That’s a huge benefit if someone is being introduced to mindfulness for the first time. Not just for the lazy!

Also, Gudetama is just one big mood. I love him.

I think many people can benefit from this graphic novel. It’s short and to the point, and it has a lot of messages everyone could really do with hearing right now.

This book looked too cute to resist! What a vibrant and adorable cover, and same goes for the lovely illustrations. A quick and simple read, this book shares some key values of mindfulness such as living in the present, treating others how you want to be treated, being sympathetic and showing up for others.

This was a beautiful, cute and funny little comic book. Really well done. I would recommend it to everyone!

This is a cute, funny, and super quick graphic novel aimed at a young audience or big fans of Gudetama. This short work focuses on mindfulness and has lessons on how to be more thoughtful in various situations. Reminds me of the kind of lessons you'd get from Sesame Street or Mr. Rogers but with a quirky Gudetama twist.

Is fun but really meant for superfans or a young audience.

Thanks to Net Galley and Oni Press for allowing me to read this for free in exchange for an honest review.

A hilarious and fun book about how to be mindful, even if you’re lazy. Perfect for fans of Gudetama! The artwork was amazing and the lessons were great. This is such a fun read and I would definitely recommend it for everyone!

*Thanks Netgalley and Oni Press for sending me an arc in exchange for an honest review*

Fans of the adorable lazy egg, Gudetama, will love this self-help book about practicing a more mindful existence. Even the laziest among us can expect to learn a thing or two about how to improve our daily activities by using the tools contained in this book. A quick read with eye-catching graphics!