The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck: A Counterintuitive Approach to Living a Good Life

by Manson, Mark
ISBN: 9780062457714
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#1 New York Times Bestseller

Over 6 million copies sold

In this generation-defining self-help guide, a superstar blogger cuts through the crap to show us how to stop trying to be "positive" all the time so that we can truly become better, happier people.

For decades, we've been told that positive thinking is the key to a happy, rich life. "F**k positivity," Mark Manson says. "Let's be honest, shit is f**ked and we have to live with it." In his wildly popular Internet blog, Manson doesn't sugarcoat or equivocate. He tells it like it is--a dose of raw, refreshing, honest truth that is sorely lacking today. The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F**k is his antidote to the coddling, let's-all-feel-good mindset that has infected modern society and spoiled a generation, rewarding them with gold medals just for showing up.

Manson makes the argument, backed both by academic research and well-timed poop jokes, that improving our lives hinges not on our ability to turn lemons into lemonade, but on learning to stomach lemons better. Human beings are flawed and limited--"not everybody can be extraordinary, there are winners and losers in society, and some of it is not fair or your fault." Manson advises us to get to know our limitations and accept them. Once we embrace our fears, faults, and uncertainties, once we stop running and avoiding and start confronting painful truths, we can begin to find the courage, perseverance, honesty, responsibility, curiosity, and forgiveness we seek.

There are only so many things we can give a f**k about so we need to figure out which ones really matter, Manson makes clear. While money is nice, caring about what you do with your life is better, because true wealth is about experience. A much-needed grab-you-by-the-shoulders-and-look-you-in-the-eye moment of real-talk, filled with entertaining stories and profane, ruthless humor, The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F**k is a refreshing slap for a generation to help them lead contented, grounded lives.

  • Format: Hardcover
  • Author: Manson, Mark
  • ISBN: 9780062457714
  • Condition: Used
  • Dimensions: 8.30 x 1.00
  • Number Of Pages: 224
  • Publication Year: 2016

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  • Teaching you that sometimes life sucks

    Delia M. - 1 year 9 months ago

    As a rule, I tend to steer away from self help books in general. I find them to be too positive, and the way I am lead to think to be too challenging to maintain. The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck separates itself by making one thing clear from the very beginning: Sometimes, life really sucks. This book is a raw depiction of what life is and how to face it. Through effective anecdotes and hilarious banter, Manson really shows us how toxic our current society can be on our psyche. This book changed the way I thought about not only my life, but also the outer and inner factors that cause me to think the way I do. By controlling my view on situations as opposed to trying to control the situations themselves, I find solution. One thing that really sticks to my mind in this book is the idea that we are never going to be free from problems; all you can do is work to have better ones.

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  • Blunt and humorous insight on what matters most in life

    Thomas R. - 2 years 10 months ago

    Mark Manson's "The Subtle Art of Not Giving an F*ck" was an unexpected read-through, and an even more interesting work to sit and think on. I picked this title up originally expecting a quick laugh, but as I dug into Manson's take on what true happiness is and how we constantly get in our own way, I repeatedly found myself thinking about my own view on life in-between my chuckles and outright laughter. Mark Manson invites us to reassess what matters most to our lives and values. Reconfiguring how we look at what makes us happy, and realizing that which we believe constitutes a happy life, might not actually be the case. Manson uses a hilarious and straight shooting tone to convey deep thoughts and concepts in a very light and approachable way, but the delivery can lead to some pretty heavy life altering thoughts about ourselves, our reality, and what we want to get out of it. Truly a book to give an F*ck about!

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  • This book will change you if you go into it with an open mind. Manson writes a gem.

    Rob W. - 4 years 11 months ago

    I don't know Mark Manson but when he wrote "The Subtle Art of Not Giving A F*ck" it felt like he definitely knew me. The tagline for Manson's book says it is "A Counterintuitive Approach To Living A Good Life". I believe that is the best way to explain it; I have done many things in my life that were counterintuitive and against the norm. I suffer from depression and anxiety just like millions and millions of others. He's vulgar, raw, and he really doesn't give a f*ck. He does the see the value in life and for a guy like me it's comforting to read. His words will get you thinking deeper and that helps for some. I still give a F*ck about a lot of things but this book helped me care a lot less about others. #SpringPicks

  • Have a good life: give less of a f***!

    Jessica S. - 4 years 11 months ago

    I absolutely love this book! Mark Manson is so brash with his take on what truly matters in life, and how we should give less of a f***. I’ve recommended this book to so many friends — not as a “self-help” book per se, but moreso to have a funny take on how life doesn’t need to be filled with so many dramatics or frivolous worries. I have read Mark’s other titles and they are just as good! #SpringPicks

  • If you find yourself giving a f*ck about too many things give this a read.

    Christopher Z. - 5 years 9 months ago

    I really liked the practical advice and real life examples. A great how to and fun read.