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3.54 AVERAGE
3.54 AVERAGE
Good read with a great message. Easy to navigate and a good ice breaker for self-help.
hopeful
informative
medium-paced
It's okay. Half way through it and I wanted to give it up, as I knew it was already done and had nothing new to offer that it hadn't already gone over. But, it's short and I listened to it on audio, so since there was only about 40 minutes left (double speed), I let it go on.
The problem with this book is that it focuses so completely on one singular idea that once it's stated in the first chapter, with some examples - it's done what it came to do and cannot really improve on what it's already done. Without adding more ideas, you've really just got a blog post or YouTube video or Podcast episode that you're repeating every year for new traffic. And those mediums would be a lot better for this, because at least you can space those out, or choose only one and ignore the others.
Not so an entire book. Sunk cost fallacy and all that. You're in for a repetitive, boring time.
This is not to say that the idea presented isn't relatively accurate. But, yeah, you can get just as much info from any random productivity/mindset guru on YouTube, quicker, and cheaper.
Sigh. Can't believe this is my first book finished in 2024.
The problem with this book is that it focuses so completely on one singular idea that once it's stated in the first chapter, with some examples - it's done what it came to do and cannot really improve on what it's already done. Without adding more ideas, you've really just got a blog post or YouTube video or Podcast episode that you're repeating every year for new traffic. And those mediums would be a lot better for this, because at least you can space those out, or choose only one and ignore the others.
Not so an entire book. Sunk cost fallacy and all that. You're in for a repetitive, boring time.
This is not to say that the idea presented isn't relatively accurate. But, yeah, you can get just as much info from any random productivity/mindset guru on YouTube, quicker, and cheaper.
Sigh. Can't believe this is my first book finished in 2024.
This book came at just the right time for me. I've read numerous books on productivity, personal development, and self-improvement, but this one cut straight to the core. No fluff, no nonsense—just a direct, head-on approach to taking control of your life. As someone who appreciates Stoicism, this book resonated deeply with me.
I found many quotes that stuck with me. I listened to the audiobook and often switched to the eBook to highlight sections. For such a short read, I made over 17 highlights that I'll be adding to my personal notes. The author’s narration in the audiobook, full of fervor and vigor, kept me thoroughly engaged.
One of my favorite quotes from the book is: "If it succeeds, you can celebrate. If it fails, you can re-calibrate. Don’t expect victory or defeat. Plan for victory, learn from defeat."
My review might be influenced by my current circumstances, but I would still recommend this book to anyone ready to take charge of their life. If you're tired of the same old Pinterest-worthy, bumper-sticker advice telling you that you're a king or queen and deserve the world, this book offers a refreshing dose of reality. You deserve what you’re willing to work for, what you’re willing to fail for, and what you’re determined to achieve. Face yourself, confront your fears, and unfuck yourself!
I found many quotes that stuck with me. I listened to the audiobook and often switched to the eBook to highlight sections. For such a short read, I made over 17 highlights that I'll be adding to my personal notes. The author’s narration in the audiobook, full of fervor and vigor, kept me thoroughly engaged.
One of my favorite quotes from the book is: "If it succeeds, you can celebrate. If it fails, you can re-calibrate. Don’t expect victory or defeat. Plan for victory, learn from defeat."
My review might be influenced by my current circumstances, but I would still recommend this book to anyone ready to take charge of their life. If you're tired of the same old Pinterest-worthy, bumper-sticker advice telling you that you're a king or queen and deserve the world, this book offers a refreshing dose of reality. You deserve what you’re willing to work for, what you’re willing to fail for, and what you’re determined to achieve. Face yourself, confront your fears, and unfuck yourself!
Simple, to the point, self-help book. If you read a lot of them, I think you develop a tolerance to the same old messages and this book is a low dose. I think it's good for a little pick-me-up for when you find yourself in a moderate slump. If you're motivated by loud, passionate, urgent words, try the audio book. It doesn't hurt. I definitely didn't hate it.
I kind of hate everything about this book. He repeats age old information in his crass way. Okay, it may be for others but it’s definitely not for me. I got through most of it fine until the last couple chapters and I just kept cringing at the cliches and his manner of presentation. Blah!
Probably the best self-help book I've ever read. Do yourself a favor and check this one out. Even better in the audio format given Bishop's accent and ferocity.
Okay, so this book isn't going to provide much in the way of new and brilliant insights into the ways we can defeat our own selves when we get stuck in a familiar mindset. If you look closely, each of the seven chapter headings/affirmations here are things that we have all heard before. What I liked about this approach is that it is very short and to the point, almost blunt in spots, and doesn't get all warm-and-fuzzy about any of it. Rather, here we have a kick-in-the-pants, get in gear and do something approach. It isn't for everyone, but if I found it kind of refreshing. I get that not everyone will appreciate the sometimes harsh language and the "it's all in your head" attitude just isn't right for some. And that's okay. For me, a lot of the straight at you and stripped down language connected. It's left me with some things that help to remember when stuck in a rut.
The audiobook is read by the author and his animated, Scots-accented narration made it quite an easy listen. It's also short, so it doesn't require a huge time commitment to get through it. I found it worth the 3 1/2 hours.
The audiobook is read by the author and his animated, Scots-accented narration made it quite an easy listen. It's also short, so it doesn't require a huge time commitment to get through it. I found it worth the 3 1/2 hours.
I have only recently delved into the vast ocean of self-help, self-improvement and self-whatever books and Unf*ck yourself has its good and bad points as most of the books in the world. It's not incredibly eye-opening, although it offers some useful advice and it does contain some words of wisdom.
I can't help myself, but something about how the book is written irks me. It felt like I was reading a recorded and transcribed motivational lecture.
It's not the best book on its topic, but it's not the worst either.
I can't help myself, but something about how the book is written irks me. It felt like I was reading a recorded and transcribed motivational lecture.
It's not the best book on its topic, but it's not the worst either.
I think it's very difficult to rate self help books because this book would probably help somebody. I listened to the audiobook which may have been a lot more fun than reading. The Scottish accent made the yelling more tolerable.
I did take away some tidbits from the book (mostly quotes that I found kind of funny). Most of it is not enlightening but I think would help if you're starting early on in self-awareness and are in a regulated state.
I did take away some tidbits from the book (mostly quotes that I found kind of funny). Most of it is not enlightening but I think would help if you're starting early on in self-awareness and are in a regulated state.