The reviewer found reassurance in the book that it's acceptable to resist overload and prioritize life outside work. However, they were annoyed by the frequent references to a naturopath and skeptical of the author's advocacy for homeopathy and Bach Flower Remedies, finding some advice practical but mixed with less useful content.
The reviewer appreciated the book's message that it's okay to push back against the pressures of overload and to seek a balanced life beyond work. This aspect provided a sense of validation and relief. However, the constant references to a specific naturopath were found to be irritating, and the author's emphasis on homeopathy and Bach Flower Remedies made it difficult for the reviewer to take the advice seriously. While there were some practical tips offered, they were interspersed with less valuable content, making the overall experience mixed.
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The main benefit I got from this book was reassurance that it is OK not to submit to overload, to expect a life outside work, etc.
The constant quoting of one naturopath was just annoying, and I find it hard to take someone who's big on homeopathy and expands at length on Bach Flower Remedies seriously.
Some practical advice, but mixed in with some dross.