A review by rachel_mlewis
I'm So Effing Tired: A Proven Plan to Beat Burnout, Boost Your Energy, and Reclaim Your Life by Amy Shah

4.0

"I'm So Effing Tired" by Amy Shah is one of the first self help books I've read. I really liked the format and how in depth Shah gets into the science behind why we need to make certain changes. It did get slightly repetitive and I did find myself saying "Ok, I want to actually see the plan now!" Though intermittent fasting is not new, I appreciate Shah's approach of doing what's best for you. There are levels of the plan from beginner to advanced and two weeks worth of recipes are included. It is described as a reset, but one that Shah suggests you continue for several years to see optimal results. I am excited to try some of the recipes even though I am not at a point in my life where fasting is ideal (Shah mentions several reasons why you might not be a good candidate for fasting). I also appreciated that Shah mentioned several non-food related ways to destress and focus on a whole life change, not just a quick fix diet. In fact, she explicitly says this is not a program designed for losing weight. As I was reading I was concerned about how those with disordered eating could be affected by this plan, but Shah also addresses that saying not to do IF if you struggle with an eating disorder. Overall, I appreciated the book and will take parts of it to implement into my own life.