How Books Help to Overcome Difficulties

One thing is certain for me: a successful book is based on true emotions. If I ask a child to describe joy, they will probably jump and show signs of happiness—because that child knows how it feels to be happy.

My point is, you can never lie to your reader. As human beings, we all share similar emotions at some point in our lives. We feel happiness, sadness, grief, and celebration, and we overcome many obstacles.

Take Pride and Prejudice for example. After reading a love story like that, don’t we all want to find someone like Mr. Darcy? We believe our Darcy is out there, and that hope fills us with joy and motivation to find love. Or, haven’t you wanted to go on an adventure to Egypt to find treasure after reading The Alchemist?

What I’m trying to say is that when we read and create an imaginary world in our minds, it affects our mood. We almost feel like we’ve experienced everything ourselves. Not only do we become more emotionally intelligent, but we are also filled with a range of different emotions.

Whenever I’m sad, I look for a book that can be a companion in my sorrow. And when I’m feeling romantic, I seek out sweet novels.

Believe it or not, during times when my country was going through war and revolution, Orwell’s Animal Farm and 1984 helped me understand how systems can control millions of people. They made me realize that history often repeats itself and, unfortunately, people rarely learn from it.

There was also a time when I became fascinated with detective novels. I got so caught up in them that my mind was constantly occupied with the twists and turns of the characters’ lives.

How to Know Which Book Can Help You?

The short answer is: Google it. But let’s take a closer look at how we can navigate life through books. Besides googling books by genre, I listen to friends and bloggers who share their opinions. I get insights from them because, sometimes, people recommend books they think are great, but when you google them, you find that most readers consider them boring.

I also make sure the book is popular among people my age. I add these books to my list, along with notes, so that when I’m in a particular mood (and there’s always a reason for that), I can simply open the list, head to the bookstore, and pick up the right book.

I mostly pick books from classic literature, but I also explore famous psychological books that help address real-life problems. One such book is John Gray’s Men are from Mars, Women are from Venus, which helped me understand how to build a healthy relationship. The author provides many case scenarios from his own patients, offering real-life examples that make the lessons easier to digest and apply.

I also have a love for books with historical depth. For example, Gone with the Wind is a powerful novel that explores all sides of the Civil War and its aftermath. The vivid depiction of the war’s consequences on individuals and society gives readers a full understanding of that time in history.

Beyond these, I find books that combine both psychological insight and historical context particularly captivating. They allow us to not only reflect on personal struggles but also learn about the past and how it shaped the world we live in today.

After finding comfort in books, I decided to share my own experience too. I wrote a little book called The Unsent Letters. It’s about a girl who loved a boy deeply, but he wasn’t ready to commit. While this wasn’t directly a part of my life, what resonated with me was her struggle with depression due to the unreciprocated love. I created a storyline to bring my character to that point, showing readers that there is a way out from such a dark place.

Years ago, I also suffered from depression and sought help from a therapist. Together, we worked through it using an interesting psychological method. Not only did this method help me overcome depression, but it also gave me a better understanding of my emotions, ensuring I wouldn’t fall into the same patterns again.

When I shared my story in the book, which is available only in my native language, Armenian, I began receiving reviews from readers who said they, too, had felt like my main character. They found that what I described helped them understand their own emotions. I was honest in my writing, and that’s why people could relate to it so deeply.

If I could open up and share my story in such an honest way, then I know so many other writers have done the same. This is why I truly believe that books are powerful—they’re honest. They give us comfort because they reflect what we all go through.

When we read, we find pieces of ourselves in the stories, and it reminds us that we’re not alone. Books create this incredible connection between readers and writers, showing that, no matter where we are or what we’ve been through, we all share the same emotions.

About the Author:

Hi, I’m Satie Hayrapetyan, and I’m a complete bookworm. After writing my own book, I found myself connecting with stories on a whole new level. That’s what led me to create my blog, Book Summary Insight, where I share my thoughts, feelings, and reviews about the books I’ve read. My goal is to connect with others who love books as much as I do.