I work for the government.  I have two children. I like horror movies. Napping is a hobby of mine.
I like novels about government spies. I read a lot. My dad is a fireman. My mom is a doctor. I live with my mom and dad and pets.
Have you read any good books lately? Yes! The most recent book I read was Way of Kings by Brandon Sanderson. It's not my typical government spy book but every now and then I'll branch out.  Oh interesting. I have not read any books like this. What was it like? It's actually a fantasy book set in a different world. There is action, betrayal, love interests, and mystical aspects to it. This book discussed mental health a lot which I found really interesting in a fantasy novel.  I agree, I have not really ever heard mental health being discussed in that type of novel. What attracted you to the book? It is a series of books. One comes out every two years or so. This was the fourth one and I have read the other three so I just wanted to keep the story going. I think a friend recommended the series to me originally and I thought I would give it a shot.  Well it must have been good if you stuck with it over time. My most recent read has been a book about how to treat people who have experienced the death of someone close to them. It is! It's quite long so if you have time you should look into the series. Interesting. How come you chose to read that book?  I might have to look into it. I have a good friend that is much younger than me who lost her husband suddenly. They were incredibly close. When it came to people's reactions to her grief the reactions were less than great, so she found the book and recommended it. It is very insightful.  A loss like that is so hard for family and friends. I'm sure she will appreciate you trying to understand how she feels and taking the time to read it. Was it helpful?  It is super helpful. It reminds readers that everyone's grief is different, and not to compare your experience with theirs, but instead to support and listen to the person that has suffered the loss. Our friendship has become a lot closer since the death of her husband because I understand how to support her. That is great to hear! I'm glad you can help her and be there for her. I have a hard time reading "self-help" books like that but experience like you had makes me rethink that. 