This was a fun and whimsical graphic guide to mindfulness. I loved how the concepts are explained through relatable slice-of-life situations. The artwork is amazing – it’s cheerful, vivid and so much fun. I loved it so much that I’ll be exploring the other titles in the Gudetama series as soon as possible.

I really enjoyed the bit in the work scene, because sometimes that's actually how it feels reading mindful self help things. As though they are not aware of office jobs and how they don't necessarily allow for mindful activity to relieve anxiety.

I also appreciated the explanation of the difference between sympathy and empathy with the humor aspect. Often these words are mixed up in people's language, and sometimes being aware of the best way to use them is really helpful!

"Sometimes words aren't enough. It's the act of showing up that makes a difference."

The various ways mindfulness can be applied in different circumstances looks different for everyone. There is no right or wrong way, as long as it makes you feel better and helps others around you as well. Taking care of yourself is something that can, in turn, help the people around you.

"I like that napping is a form of self-care. I will continue to do so...silently...and without interruption...alone."

This book is a quick read and would be beneficial to young people, but also many adults. The concepts are manageable and tangible, without feeling too much like you're being overwhelmed with "shoulds." Gudetama incorporates humor and self-awareness that not everything will work for everyone and you can only take it one day at a time.

I really enjoyed this and the art was true to the Gudetama style we know and love.

This was a cute, if not a little corny, book on mindfulness and being nice/thoughtful to others. The art was colorful and engaging. My favorite comic was the one where Gudetama explained to a greedy friend how to only take what you need and share the rest with others—his example was how he only takes naps when he’s super tired instead of all the time.

This short graphic novel is the perfect book to pick up when you’re feeling a little down or need a reminder that even though sometimes it seems hard, kindness is really the key in life. And not only to others but to ourselves too.
I’m not an expert but the illustrations are lovely and the bright and pastel colours bring even more happiness to the mix.
Also, I’ve always felt a connection with Gudetama, I am too a lazy egg, and it was fun following him through these short lessons!

Gudetama: Mindfulness for the Lazy is a comic I didn't think I needed in my life right now.

"Just get out of your head space for a moment. Hit a "pause" button. And then jump back in refreshed!"

It explains some issues of life like anxiety, anger, explains topics such as personal zones and self care! The art is clean and charming, the writing is done in such a way where a child could understand it, but for adults it'd be just as useful.

I think this comic is something that everyone could use nowadays, with the stresses of the world, mindfulness in multiple ways has slipped from people's minds.

(Thank you to NetGalley for the ARC in return for an honest review!)

This was such a nice introduction to mindfulness. Gudetama is very relatable, and drawn adorably! I found it very easy to take in the concepts that were discussed, and it gave me a great opportunity to consider my own mindfulness practices and to understand perhaps where I can develop my own behaviour. This material was delivered with humour and a casual voice, making it an accessible read for me, that I really enjoyed.

Wook-Jin Clark has once again captured the heart and imagination of readers everywhere with everyone's favorite lazy egg, Gudetama. Packed with life lessons (kind of) and helpful advice (sort of), Mindfulness for the Lazy is an endearing, hilarious glimpse into mindfulness—the Gudetama way.

Gudetama: Mindfulness for the Lazy is a charming guide for learning to become more mindful. While you don’t need to be a fan of Gudetama to enjoy this, fans will appreciate this installment. The art is bright and colorful. The language is accessible and would be appropriate for many age groups. The style of teaching is very accepting and provides clear examples. This is a must-have for anyone seeking mindfulness or hoping to share it with someone, particularly young adults or middle schoolers. Gudetama is informative, timely, and uses beautiful art to teach important concepts. Gudetama: Mindfulness for the Lazy releases April 6, 2021. Thank you to Wook-Jin Clark, Oni Press, and Netgalley for a free ARC in exchange for an honest review.

This was a really cute illustrated book on mindfulness. I really liked the drawings and how it covered various aspects of mindfulness, awareness and emotion in friendly ways.

100% I will adopt this title for a course, curriculum, or classroom, Also, yes, I will recommend that my students read or purchase this title. I really enjoyed this. Mindfulness is something I'm working on, and the graphic nature of this truly helps. Thanks for creating this.

This is a fun way to teach mindfulness to young children or children with special needs. Pleasing illustrations and very colourful, the messages in this graphic novel are presented in a chapter-like format. I will be recommending this to our teachers of Special Needs and our Wellbeing team.

I received this arc in exchange for my honest review.

A very cute graphic novel that explains mindfulness within yourself and towards others!
I loved the graphics but sometimes found it hard to follow the conversations as the speech bubbles were a little haphazard.
There isn’t any new information in here, but it’s a fun way to understand how to be a nicer person to yourself and in general society!

This graphic novel was funny, cute, and visually interesting, exactly what I’d expect of Gudetama. I thought it had some really good advice in it, especially about dealing with other people. While most of my mindfulness reading has covered many similar themes, this work stuck out by covering topics like punctuality/organization, personal space, and kindness on social media as well as giving more standard advice on things like meditation, focused breathing, and living in the now. I don’t believe that someone new to the concept of mindfulness would really grasp it after only reading this graphic novel but it was enjoyable and informative nonetheless.

The style and layout is simple, which probably amplifies the Gudetama type of humour; lovable and enjoyable book, I definitely recommend it to anyone who wants a laugh.

I received this eARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. I've been a Sanrio fan since I was a small child, Hello Kitty and I are the same age! The cover just grabbed me.Gudetama is a lazy egg who loves nap - if that's not relatable I don't know what is....
Gudetama: Mindfulnesss for the Lazy is a graphic self-help book. I really enjoyed the illustrated examples. Wook-Jin Clark took the mystery of out mindfulness and made it fun!

Thanks to NetGalley and Oni Press for allowing me to read this graphic novel in exchange for an honest review.

I feel that the American audiences haven't really gotten to experience Gudetama and honestly I only know him from some of the cute accessories I've come across and now after seeing this cute comic collection focusing on mindfullness and self care, I'm more interested.

Gudetama : Mindfulness for the Lazy touches on a wide variety of topics including the difference between empathy and sympathy, moderation, especially when it comes to tasty treats, and techniques to keep you from getting burnt out when you're facing a deadline. It's not just about helping yourself, but making the world a better place for others like how much a simple "Good Morning" could improve a stranger's day.

I really enjoyed the illustrations and the lazy Gudetama while reading about some things I should really pay more attention to, especially the self care aspect.

It's the perfect gift for a Gudetama fan or just about anyone because these are pretty important topics especially with the current state of the world. Everyone needs a little extra happiness and room to breathe.

This is the first book I read in 2021.
It's entertaining and really break down mindfulness in a simplest way. It truly is the guide for the lazy.

I like the design and the story flow and it touches many aspect in how we could implement the mindfulness.

One of the outtakes from this book is how we need not to be rushed, nor overthink yet be mindful to others too.

Thank you netgalley and oni press for the arc.

Gudetama and Nisetama are here to help teach you about Mindfulness in this delightful comic. There are many short strips focusing on different ways to be mindful, including saying hello strangers, returning lost items, meditating, and of course, napping! The artwork is bright and fun. I can definitely see this on my own bookshelf, and I may have learned a thing or two from my favorite lazy egg.

**I received this ARC from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.**

I've always adored Gudetama and this book is no exception! In this book, Gudetama (the lazy egg) and Nisetama (the cheerful human) explore mindfulness, encourage positive interactions with other people, and give some really good self-care advice. With cute, vibrant designs and realistic situations (including how to deal with social media conflict or learning from your own mistakes), there are some seriously good lessons wrapped in this cute little package. I would highly recommend this book to anyone who enjoys Gudetama or Sanrio content and/or anyone who is just starting on their mindfulness journey.

This was so cute and entertaining. I think it would be a great choice for teens and not a good one for adults. I didn't expect it to be more than it is, but I can see that adults may find this a little simple.