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Tiny beautiful things

Book • 2012

This book gathers the best of Cheryl Strayed's 'Dear Sugar' advice columns, initially published on The Rumpus.

Strayed, writing under the pseudonym Sugar, provides deeply personal and frank responses to queries on various subjects such as professional jealousy, relationship issues, and coping with loss.

The book is rich with humor, insight, and compassion, making it a balm for the challenges of life.

It includes never-before-published columns and a new introduction by Steve Almond.

Strayed's advice is grounded in her own personal experiences, offering a unique blend of memoir and advice that resonates deeply with readers.

Mentioned by

Justin Robert Young

Mentioned in 16 episodes

Mentioned by

Becky Kennedy

as a source of wisdom and relatable experiences in parenting.

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for its profound compassion and ability to shift perspectives.

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Mentioned by

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Mentioned by

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in relation to his addiction memoir and its attempted promotion.

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Mentioned in the episode description as a book that the podcast is based on.

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Mentioned by

Oprah Winfrey

as a compilation of Cheryl's online advice columns.

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Mentioned by

Ben Shapiro

in the context of Hunter Biden's trial for lying on a gun registration form.

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Mentioned by

Ryan Holiday

as a source of wisdom on dealing with life's challenges.

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Recommended by

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for its insightful advice on personal responsibility.

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Mentioned by

Tommy Vietor

as the subject of an interview about his new book, "Beautiful Things."

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Recommended as a source of inspiration for navigating life's challenges.

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Mentioned by

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as a new memoir detailing his life and battles with addiction.

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Recommended by

Julia Marcus

as a beautiful and humane book.

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