You'd better not die or I'll kill you

a caregiver's survival guide to keeping you in good health and good spirits

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Jane Heller: You'd better not die or I'll kill you (2012, Chronicle Books)

English language

Published Sept. 28, 2012 by Chronicle Books.

ISBN:
978-1-4521-0753-0
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Review of "You'd Better Not Die or I'll Kill You"

4 stars

Back in March, just two days before Nick was admitted to the hospital, I finished "You'd Better Not Die or I'll Kill You" by Jane Heller. How's that for timing? This book is part memoir, part self-help, and all about Heller's experiences as a caregiver for her husband, who has Crohn's disease and other health issues.

Heller's writing style appealed to me. She's straightforward and funny, which makes even the heavy topics feel a bit lighter. The book is structured around different themes like dealing with doctors, managing stress, and maintaining your own health and happiness. The author doesn't sugarcoat the difficulties, which I appreciated. She talks about the emotional toll caregiving can take, but also offers practical tips and resources that can help.

One chapter was about the importance of self-care. Heller emphasizes that caregivers need to take care of themselves to be able to take care of their …

Subjects

  • Humor
  • Crohn's disease
  • Caregivers
  • Treatment
  • Family relationships
  • Women caregivers
  • Popular works
  • Biography

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  • United States