I was really surprised at how much I loved this book, so much so that I looked for a hardcopy version of it. It's lovely, with beautiful illustrations, and soul-inspiring quotations and suggestions. Some may be trite and simple, but the entire package makes it worth the visit.

I received a copy of this book in exchange for my honest feedback.

This is an amazing book. I can't help but think of how it would be a great gift for so many people.
The vibrant colors were a good choice.
I'm tempted to buy a physical copy of this for myself and my oldest daughter!

I really enjoyed this book. I'm a therapist as well so this was a great tool, especially when working with kids. The messages were great and the illustrations were adorable.

This was an extremely quick read, because it was mostly illustrations and it had very little text. I was expecting more, because of the synopsis. This particular cartoon style wasn’t one that I really enjoyed, so that also brought the rating down for me.

“Color your world with all that nourishes your soul”

With playful, witty cartoon art, The Soul Support Book offers wise and reassuring observations on getting unstuck, gaining new perspectives, and opening to love, creativity, and joyfulness in everyday life. Author and artist Deb Koffman’s delightfully uplifting mini-meditations appeal to anyone seeking a little bit of encouragement for approaching life’s challenges with insight, open-heartedness, and a healthy dose of laughter.

This is a self-help book that comes without the endless dos and don’ts. Instead, it radiates joy and inspiration off each page with cute, quirky illustrations in bright, playful colours that add perspective to conquering life’s challenges. The witty one-liners accompanying them deliver valuable life lessons and also make you smile.

This book will benefit both children and adults in finding the best way to get a handle on things that seem to be out of your control or to draw inspiration from. The wisdom shared here is a light and fun way to look back, regroup yourself and move forward.

I love that there is no set order to read the book. You can open to absolutely any page and it will serve as a set of affirmation cards that bring a positive vibe to you. This will make for the perfect bedside or desktop companion to reinvigorate yourself and comfort you, as well as a thoughtful gift for family, friends, or co-workers.

This ARC courtesy of NetGalley and Storey Publishing.

For a minute, I thought there was a mistake in this file as my Kindle showed 3 minutes to finish the book! I flew through the first round of reading, because, well, there wasn't much to read. But the second time, I took a few minutes to soak in the illustrations and I thought they were very sweet. I read this on my Kindle so the illustrations may not have been presented the way that it was intended to, but I think this could be a sweet book to have a physical copy of 😊

Thank you to NetGalley and the publishers for the e-ARC.

Koffman has illustrated a book about life, art, perspectives and self-help/ soul support.

Why I started this book: Requested this title from Netgalley and I picked it up at lunch.

Why I finished it: Read it in one sitting, because it is just sketches and illustrations about perspectives, progress and paths. I flew thru this book, waiting for the text... but there is none. I'm not that much of a visual learner, but there were some great illustrations with doors and rooms about making space for what you need in your life that I liked.

I received a complimentary copy from the publisher and all opinions expressed are entirely my own.

The soul support book is an illustrated book with eye-catching colors and witty one liners to show that there is different way of looking at a situation and that joy is inevitable. This book is perfect for all ages and I recommend it to everyone that may be struggling with anxiety and depression.

Thanks NetGalley, Storey Publishing and Deb Koffman for this copy.
A joyful colorful uplifting set of motivational illustrations.

This wasn't quite what I thought it would be - it's purely illustration-based, a collection of cartoons, rather than a self-help book. I enjoyed some of them, but unfortunately, the majority did not resonate.

2.5 stars

Unfortunately, this one wasn't for me. I thought it was going to be an interactive type journal. I like the overall message but, stylistically, the cartoons just weren't to my personal taste.

A enjoyable and colourful book that most people will find value in. I enjoyed it although a lot of the messaging isn't new, then again, sometimes you have to hear things again.

Book contains inspiring and thought provoking illustration. It is a good book to look through or read through for inspiration. it also contains beautiful words of wisdom. The words are meant to make you calm or give clarity

The cover is so impressive to me, and not gonna lie the design of this book is adorable inside and outside.
The language that used is so easy to understand and to me it's almost like a children book and worth it.

I really loved how bright and vibrant this book is. The illustrations really add to the messages. The messages are clear, not patronising despite being messages we know already - they're great reminders in a fun way.

The Soul Support Book, 2nd edition - By Deb Koffman

If the title and the book cover did not grab you then perhaps the description would, like it did me.

The soul support book uses cartoon illustrations, playful colors and witty one liners to portray some new perspectives on life's everyday situations and finding joy in anything.

As someone who struggles with anxiety (especially the overthinking part) for years, I am often drawn to any tool that may help 'tweak' the way I look at life or simply, my day.

My first thought not even 20% in was what a wonderful gift this book would actually make for someone, anyone, of any age. Whether they are struggling with mental health or not.

It's a short read that packs a punch, Deb Koffman's colorful illustrations, simple yet relevant points makes you keep turning the page and smiling. It literally made me smile, it's just that wholesome.

The author highlights the differences between suffering and well being and how people can look at the exact same thing and perceive it differently. How no point of view is right but how it may be best for your soul sometimes to slightly adjust yours ❤️

A few of my fav takeaways from the book:
* Colour your world with all that nourishes your soul
* Changing context, changes experience
* Acknowledge your gifts

I give this slice of life
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Publish Date is 08 November 2022

Thank you Netgalley for a copy of this ARC in exchange for a honest review

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I have been a big fan of this author for many years and have used her books and decks in my SoulCollage workshops. I wasn’t aware of her death until very recently, and was sad to hear of it.

As usual, I enjoyed her uplifting, comforting, bright images and snippets of wisdom that are sprinkled throughout this lovely book.

Thanks to NetGalley, the author and publisher for an advanced reading copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.

This book is really nice. I think it doesn’t say much that feels new, but it is full of lovely messages and nice illustrations. I think that one of these pages, read at just the right moment could be very powerful. I also liked reading the introduction and learning about the author from her peer. It is full of positive messages and it was relaxing/soothing to read. That said, I’m not sure it will stand out enough in my memory moving forward that I would feel compelled to revisit or recommend it.

In The Soul Support Book (2nd edition):Get Unstuck, Expand Your Awareness, Lift Your Spirits, and Be Here Now by Deb Koffman we are reminded to practice unconditional self-care and reflection as a means for survival. Deb, someone who struggled with depression herself, had a gift of creating art as a message of hope. 👑

The Soul Support Book provides powerful visual storytelling via colorful illustrations that provide nonverbal commentary on how to practice radical self-acceptance, consider new perspectives, cope with difficulty and obstacle, and hold tightly to joy.

I love that the book is all photos and no words - allowing the reader to interpret what they need. A beautiful resource and way to remember the impactful work of Deb Koffman!

The Soul Support Book is a collection of cartoon style images designed to make you think about things a bit deeper and to give a new perspective. It is a very short book, and would be ideal to keep beside your bed to dip in and out of.

I did enjoy this e-book, however, I feel as though a physical copy would be much better to capture the images and be able to flick through.

My thanks to NetGalley and the Publishers for sending me this ARC in return for an honest review.