How to Hold a Cockroach: A book for those who are free and don't know it
Written by Matthew Maxwell
Narrated by Simon Vance
4.5/5
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About this audiobook
How to Hold a Cockroach is about discovering and freeing ourselves from the beliefs that cause us to suffer. With a message both surprising and simple, it is a love letter to humankind, a book for those who are free and don't know it.
An Inspirational TaleA struggling boy begins a life-changing journey when a disgusting guest disturbs his dinner. As he continues to encounter sources of suffering, the boy must investigate fundamental truths he has believed about himself, love, and life. He confronts some of life’s most persistent questions: What am I? What causes me to suffer? How can I be at peace with the traumas of the past and the uncertainty of the future? What determines how I experience life?
Described as “a children's book for adults,” How to Hold a Cockroach was written for adults but is suitable for thoughtful teenagers and children.
An Immersive ExperienceThis audio version enlivens the story with original music and sound design by producer and songwriter Mason Maxwell and the captivating voice of award-winning narrator Simon Vance.
For Listeners Who Are…✓ Looking for contemplative and inspirational books about philosophy, spirituality, or psychology.
✓ Facing challenging circumstances, heartbreak, low self-esteem, or resentment.
✓ Finding it difficult to accept the past or fearing what the future will bring.
✓ Fans of the works of Paulo Coelho, Kobi Yamada, or Charlie Mackesy; books like The Alchemist, The Tao of Pooh, The Little Prince, and The Untethered Soul; or spiritual teachers like Tara Brach, Thich Nhat Hanh, Eckhart Tolle, and Cheri Huber.
Regardless of your birthplace, background, or spiritual beliefs, this book invites you to explore how you see yourself and the world, re-examine your perspectives, and experience more joy, peace, and love.
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Reviews for How to Hold a Cockroach
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Readers find this title incredibly poetic, simple, and beautiful. It is a book that moves through you and leaves you changed. The message is very helpful in getting you to look at things in a positive light. The book is recommended for everyone in need of a smooth awakening and can be used in group therapy. Overall, it is a wonderful and masterfully made book that is highly recommended.
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Apr 3, 2024
Beautiful and simple at once. I found myself moved to tears. This is a book that moves through you and leaves you changed.1 person found this helpful
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Apr 3, 2024
Absolutely wonderful and masterfully made!.. highly recommended. Enjoyed every minute of it!1 person found this helpful
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Apr 3, 2024
Written as a kid's book, with a lesson that every adult should learn or be reminded of. Great play with a music, too.1 person found this helpful
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5
Apr 3, 2024
Short and sweet. Nice to learn through story telling. A really good message that is very helpful on getting you to look at things in a positive light vs. always looking at things with a defeatist mindset.1 person found this helpful
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Apr 3, 2024
Wonderful book! I plan to use it in group therapy groups, to help in moments of reflection1 person found this helpful
- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5
Apr 3, 2024
This book just lighted something within me and made me feel so much happier. First, I would never touch a cockroach. Second, this book is about how to look into the minor incidents that we encounter in everyday life with curiosity and compassion. I strongly recommend you to listen to the audiobook narrated by Simon Vance because he did a good job.
The moral of my review is I loved everything about it ❤️
Incredibly poetic and simple1 person found this helpful
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Apr 3, 2024
Perfect book for everyone in need of smooth awakening !1 person found this helpful
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May 22, 2025
A beautiful story that we can all relate to and gain inspiration from to live a life of truth. - Rating: 2 out of 5 stars2/5
Apr 3, 2024
Might be nice for teenagers (probably). Way too enlightened teaching - Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5
Aug 5, 2024
Such a relaxing and comforting book. A nice read overall.1 person found this helpful
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Jul 26, 2024
Very profound, simple and beautiful book for many and all ages.1 person found this helpful
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Jul 3, 2024
I guess after going through the story I can certainly say , me perspective definitely change a lot in a better way.1 person found this helpful