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Dear Dolly by Dolly Alderton 2022 224 pages 3.80 ratings Self Help Memoir Essays

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Key Takeaways

Asking for Help is a Healing Act.

What I learnt from sharing my most private pain with a semi-professional problem-solver was that the mere act of asking for help was, in itself, healing.

The power of articulation. The author's personal experience, including writing to Nick Cave during a difficult time, revealed that voicing one's problems, even to a stranger, can be inherently therapeutic. It's not just about receiving an answer, but the process of acknowledging and articulating the pain itself.
Floating a message. Writing down your struggles is like sending a message in a bottle; it acknowledges that someone might care and be able to offer comfort or perspective without knowing you personally. This act validates your feelings and combats the sense of being uniquely alone in your suffering.
Shared human experience. Realizing that others have felt similar pain is reassuring. Agony columns, by showcasing common anxieties, highlight that personal struggles are often part of a wider, shared human experience, making the individual feel less isolated and strange.

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Dear Dolly receives mixed reviews, with an average rating of 3.80 out of 5. Many readers praise Alderton's empathetic advice and relatable writing style, finding comfort. Some describe the book as a therapy session or conversation with a friend. Critics argue it's repetitive, lacks depth, or caters primarily to younger audiences. The book's format of compiled advice columns is appreciated by some for its accessibility, while others find it lacks originality. Overall, fans of Alderton's previous works tend to enjoy this collection, while others find it less engaging.