I'm Fine (But Not Really) by Dr Peter Meades - ISBN: 9781408783788
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Real men aren’t always fine. This book is for when you’re not.
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I'm Fine (But Not Really)

What Men Need to Know, Without Going to Therapy

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  • Paperback

    320 pages

  • Release Date

    11 August 2026

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Summary

‘Simple, honest advice - a real toolkit for life’ - Jamie Oliver

‘The book women wish men would read’ - Dawn O’Porter

‘If you’ve ever said “I’m fine” when you’re not, this is for you’ - Rick Stein

Modern men are under pressure to be strong, silent and always in control. But what happens when this isn’t true? Drawing on over twenty-five years of clinical experience, Dr Peter Meades confronts the crisis of men’s mental h…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9781408783788
ISBN-10:1408783789
Author:Dr Peter Meades
Publisher:Little, Brown Book Group
Imprint:Robinson
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:320
Release Date:11 August 2026
Dimensions:234mm x 153mm x 22mm
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Critics Review

Simple, honest advice - a real toolkit for life – Jamie Oliver, writer, presenter and chef
The book women wish men would read – Dawn O’Porter, writer and presenter
This is the kind of book many men wish they’d had years ago. It’s honest, accessible and doesn’t overcomplicate things - it just helps you understand what’s going on and to find a way forward that feels manageable. It cuts through the noise and actually speaks to men in a way that lands. A really important and timely read. It’s certainly a book I wish I’d had earlier in my life - especially as someone who hasn’t always been quick to admit when something’s not right, or to ask for help – Jimmy Doherty, presenter of ‘Jimmy’s Farm’
If you’ve ever said ‘I’m fine’ when you’re not, this is for you – Rick Stein, restaurateur/chef
So many men say they’re fine when they’re not - this book gets it. It’s honest, down-to-earth, and exactly what men need to help them open up and feel better. I think this book will help so many men – Andrew ‘Beef’ Johnson, golfer
If you ever hear a man say ‘I’m fine’ but know he isn’t, this is the best thing you can give him, and read yourself. It’s honest, compassionate and could make all the difference. We have to be there for each other, and this book paves the way – Candice Brown, baker and influencer
Give this jargon-free gem to the men in your life; Peter’s insight is invaluable – Olly Smith, wine expert
Everything men need to know when life feels stuck, without ever setting foot in therapy. Straightforward, relatable, and helps men (and women!) see things in a whole new way – Kat Farmer, fashion influencer
Straight-talking, practical and genuinely useful, without the therapy speak – Raymond Blanc, restaurateur/chef
It is really important that we talk about these things and this book is a really good place to start – Dan Walker, broadcaster and presenter
Every man needs to read this - straight-talking, practical and genuinely useful – Robert Wilson, Chair of Creative Scotland, Co-owner of Nelson’s, Co-founder of X Muse Vodka
Buy this for the men in your life. They may not ask for it, but they need it – Geraldine Dufort-Ravier, Director-General for Human Resources and Security, European Commission
He won’t book a session. He might not read the whole thing. But a few pages of this might just land – Tom Gilbey, The Wine Guy
A powerful and much-needed book. In hospitality we’re always looking after others, this shows you how to look after yourself too. Everyone should read it – José Pizarro, restaurateur/chef

About The Author

Dr Peter Meades

Dr. Peter Meades is a seasoned integrative psychotherapist with experience in both the NHS and private practice. A registered member of the UK Council for Psychotherapy (UKCP), he knows what works in men’s mental health and understands the challenges men face.

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