Summary of Reasons to Stay Alive

At the age of 24, Matt Haig's world collapsed. Overcome by despair, he saw no way forward. Reasons to Stay Alive is his deeply personal story of overcoming a mental health crisis that nearly destroyed him, and finding the strength to live again. This is a true account of how Haig triumphed over the darkness that engulfed him and learned to embrace life once more.

Haig's book has since helped millions of others navigate their own struggles, offering both moving and humorous insights into how to cope with despair and find hope. Reasons to Stay Alive isn’t just a story of survival—it’s a collection of lessons Haig learned about the importance of holding on, even when life seems unbearable.

"I wrote this book because the oldest clichés remain the truest," Haig reflects. "Time heals. The bottom of the valley never provides the clearest view. The tunnel does have light at the end of it, even if we haven't been able to see it. Words, just sometimes, really can set you free."

This book serves as both a powerful testament to resilience and a guide for anyone struggling to see a way through their darkest moments.