Sunday, November 5, 2017

Book Review: Your Seat Cushion is a Floatation Device

“I’d like to inspire people to realize they are enough”


Dushka Zapata presents her stories succinctly and honestly in her fourth book, Your Seat Cushion is a Floatation Device. The book is filled with anecdotes and nuggets of wisdom. Yet, it does not feel overwhelming, therein lies the charm of the book - it’s simplicity.

Zapata’s stories are often centered around the day-to-day experience of human existence - dinner, heartbreaks, dates, friendships and much more. However, quite often her perspective of it is not as commonplace. It is more eloquent and often deeper. It makes the reader ponder and become more aware of the texture of their life, making the reading experience seem cathartic at some points.

Overall the book is a friendly roadmap for the curious. It provides a window into the valleys and peaks of life, as experienced by the author. Thereby encouraging the reader to take a leaf from her book, breathe deeply and experience life affectionately and skillfully.