Jennifer McCartney is an author whose works delve into profound philosophical questions through unexpected subjects. Her approach to writing is characterized by original humor and an ability to find wisdom in everyday, often overlooked aspects of life. McCartney explores themes such as the philosophy of sloth and the art of leaving things be, often with surprising insights into the human psyche. Her texts, marked by a distinctive style, resonate with readers seeking unconventional perspectives on life and its meaning.
Challenging the ideals of a perfectionist society, this book encourages readers to embrace imperfections and find beauty in the everyday. It invites exploration of self-acceptance and the appreciation of life's flaws, promoting a more authentic and fulfilling existence. Through insightful reflections, it inspires a shift in perspective that celebrates uniqueness and the richness of human experience.
A treasure trove of cat poetry, hidden from human eyes until now, reveals the humour and pathos of feline life.
The secret to living a better, deeper, more fulfilling life. Or at least, the secret to chilling out just a tiny bit. Wise, kind, observant and gentle, alpacas are the Dali Llamas of the animal kingdom. Their days consist of quiet contemplation, empathy and sweet-natured interactions with their herd – we have much to learn from them. So take a deep breath, still your mind and rise above the fray, to learn to live life the alpaca way.
From the author of The Joy of Leaving Your Sh*t All Over the Place, comes a defense of screen time. We’re inundated with advice on how to cut back on our screen time, and urged instead to embrace nature, human relationships, and being present in the moment. But has anyone actually considered those realities? They sound like a lot of work. In her new book, Jennifer McCartney gives thanks for phones, iPads, laptops, the menu tablets at Chili’s, and all screens everywhere. We can now follow a baby alpaca on a webcam, watch a viral video on TikTok, find an ex on Facebook, measure our pupillary distances, answer any question without engaging our brains—there’s so much to learn, with little to no effort. The Internet practically runs itself! We use it for work, for family, for research. We’re really, really good at being online! And that’s something to celebrate. With her usual balance of pithy wisdom, aptitude tests, and hilarious commentary, McCartney embraces our new reality. After all, as Descartes might have said, “I scroll, therefore I am.”
A cheeky -- but altogether practical -- guide on how to move to Canada (and what to expect once you get there).
Otters are some of the most delightful animals on the planet. These long, lean, furry creatures embody pure joy in so many ways: What other species builds water slides for fun? Or holds hands with their friends just because? Or wraps themselves in seaweed so they can nap without floating away? These intelligent, water-dwelling mammals are not only an essential part of the world's ecosystem (not to mention YouTube's ecosystem), but they have a lot to teach us about the way we live life.
Otters are some of the most delightful animals on the planet. These long, lean, furry creatures embody pure joy in so many ways:What other species builds water slides for fun?Or holds hands with their friends just because?Or wraps themselves in seaweed so they can nap without floating away?These intelligent, water-dwelling mammals are not only an essential part of the world's ecosystem (not to mention YouTube's ecosystem), but they have a lot to teach us about the way we live life.
Relax, unwind and soak up the wisdom of the sloth with the slowest page turner you'll ever read.
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For anyone who’s ever heard a motivational speech and immediately vomited, a guide to ignoring society’s obsession with success Sit around, leave sh*t all over the place, drink, forget about deadlines . . . being lazy is pretty easy. The real art in being chill is when someone without any real ambition can fly under the radar, and live unscathed by the never-ending reams of self-help and inspiration rained upon anyone who just wants to watch Netflix. The magical place where doing what comes naturally keeps the do-ers at arm’s length. Rather than doing less, do just enough. So screw TED Talks, Instagram images of a beach that say "Fail Better" in gold cursive, marathon training, tips for keeping plants alive, and all self-aggrandizing social media. Ninety-nine percent of people on this planet are just pretty average. We're doing our thing. Trying to get out of bed in the morning. Hey, are you awake right now? Reading a sentence? You know what? That's success in my book. Being a person is hard enough without all the pressure to be good at it.