Dear Stranger, I Know How You Feel

About Dear Stranger, I Know How You Feel

Dear Stranger, I Know How You Feel is a book of letters and poems by Ashish Bagrecha, and anyone who has felt alone will see why a book addressed to a dear stranger can feel personal. It is meant as company for readers who are going through hard emotions. Please message us on WhatsApp at 9906523492 for details of the copy in stock, including the publisher and number of pages.

The book is a collection of 30 letters and 30 poems. Each is written as though to someone the author has never met, who may be struggling with loneliness, anxiety or sadness. It was Ashish Bagrecha’s first book and it grew from his own experience of difficult times.

We stock it at Lafz Bookstore for readers who like gentle, honest writing about feelings.

What Dear Stranger, I Know How You Feel is about

• Feelings of being lost, lonely or misunderstood.
• Pain, suffering and anxiety, described in a plain, caring voice.
• A movement from low moods toward hope and healing.
• Short letters and poems that can be read in any order.
• Reassurance that the reader is not alone.

The structure makes the book easy to dip into. You do not have to read it from start to finish. On a heavy day, you can open a page and find a few lines that speak to you.

The letters feel like messages from a friend, and the poems are short and simple. It is more a companion than a manual.

A note of care: the book touches on anxiety and depression. It is not a replacement for professional help, and if you are in distress please talk to someone you trust or a professional.

About the author, Ashish Bagrecha

Ashish Bagrecha is an Indian entrepreneur and a popular social media personality who shares writing and thoughts online. He has spoken about going through depression and anxiety himself, which is part of what shaped this book.

This was his first book.

Why Dear Stranger, I Know How You Feel is worth reading

It speaks gently. Many books on mental health feel clinical, but this one is written in a friendly, direct tone.

It also helps readers feel seen. Reading that someone else has felt the same can lighten a burden.

And because the pieces are short, it suits busy or tired readers.

Who should read this book

• Young adults dealing with loneliness or stress.
• Readers who enjoy short poems and letters.
• Anyone looking for a gentle gift for a friend.
• People who follow Ashish Bagrecha’s writing online.
• Readers who want comfort rather than advice.

How to get the most from this book

Keep it by your bed and read one letter or poem a day. Underline lines that stay with you. If a piece moves you, write a reply in your own notebook.

You can also share a letter from the book with a friend who is having a hard time. Sometimes the right words from a dear stranger are what we need.

Why a letter to a stranger works

A letter to a stranger has a special quality. The writer cannot know your name, so the words have to be true for many people at once. That is why the best letters are simple. Instead of giving orders, they say: this is how it felt for me, and I hope it helps. That spirit runs through this dear stranger book.

Readers who are not comfortable talking about their feelings often find it easier to read about them first. A book like this can make the first step less daunting, and give you language for what you are experiencing.

Frequently asked questions about Dear Stranger, I Know How You Feel

How many pieces are in the book?
Reports on its launch describe it as 30 letters and 30 poems.

Is it a self-help book?
It is often described that way, though it reads more like an emotional companion. Message us on WhatsApp at 9906523492 for edition details.

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