In this video I review Open When by Dr. Julie Smith and answer the question everyone’s asking: is it better than Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before? I’m a little late to the party (it had only been out about 10–11 days), but I still wanted to help you decide if it’s worth your money or if you should just watch my review and keep it moving. I talk about Julie’s vibe too—her content feels warm, practical, and weirdly comforting, like she’s talking to you, not at you. I walk you through the chapters that hit me the hardest: comparison (and how social media is basically a highlight reel), friendship red flags (jealousy, contempt, one-upping), and the difference between fitting in vs belonging. I also loved the section on being less awkward around people—stop waiting to be welcomed and be the welcomer—and the reminders around passive-aggressive people (don’t step into their game). The most personal part for me was the chapter on parents: accepting that you can’t force insight or change, only build something healthier with realistic expectations. Overall, I rated Open When five stars—really relatable, structured with letters + takeaways + standout quotes—but I’m still biased toward Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before as my absolute favorite.