Well I’ve certainly come out of that audiobook feeling a boost of motivation! It’s like sitting down with a friend for a couple of hours, and them telling you to get your shit together, how and why! Not ground breaking, but relatable, fun short and a worthwhile read!
3.5* Some straight-talking, funny kicks up the bum to get people thinking, mixed in with a lot of over-simplifying the reasons behind why people stay stuck.
Seems mainly geared towards people wanting to lose weight more than anything else, as well as some directly contradictory advice back to back. However, still a moderately valuable quick read for those feeling detached from reality and wanting a bit of a slap across the face so they can lock back in.
Honestly I haven’t read many self help books, so maybe that’s why I found this very interesting as each concept was completely new to me, it’s not something that had been repeated over and over again. My favourite sentences were “I am wired to win” “I am willing” and “expect nothing”. I’ve been reflecting on those a lot and seeing how deeply they especially impact my own life. “I am willing” shows the difference between wanting something and being willing to do what it takes to get there, I could say “I want to have a 6 pack” but instead if I say “I am willing to do the work to get a 6 pack” it suddenly puts it a lot into perspective of how I don’t actually really want it that much… . For “I am wired to win” it shows a lot about how self talk impacts your actions. The biggest cause in my life of this isn’t even a negative one. I have a bit of a tendency to always say “I’m always right” and while I mostly say that jokingly, part of me believes that small phrase. It becomes “my domain” and I become programmed to win in that domain, and I’ve noticed the reason for this is because I never state an opinion or get into an argument that I know I may be wrong about, instead I’m more open to learn instead of insisting I am right in those situations. This also goes for the fact that I used to always say that I was a master procrastinator, so I became one. “I expect nothing”. Honestly when I first listened to this I thought it was bullshit. Surely you have to have some level of self respect to expect people to respect you or treat you a certain way. But as he went on I understood it was more about accepting things the way they are, sure you expected something, but you can’t change that, and there’s no way for them to be able to always live up to your expectations, so either you leave or communicate. I’ve seen how this thought process has already started to make me feel lighter. A few days ago my friends were planning a get together and only told me a day before. I EXPECTED them to invite me earlier, I EXPECTED to be more of a priority, and so I initially felt quite upset, but once I realised it was my expectations I immediately felt lighter somehow. I can’t expect people to always do what I want. Overall this really helped me but that might just be because it’s completely new info for me, and I tend to self reflect a lot anyway so it just gave me some building blocks to find the way on my own.
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“ I am relentless”. Is definitely the main thought behind the book. To show you and encourage you to reach for your goals. If we put our mind and actions into something we are capable to achieve anything. We get through stuff in life only to come stronger and wiser from it. I do think it is a good and encouraging book to read.
“Don’t let your mind control you. You are not your thoughts you are your actions.” I would say that’s how we should approach each day. It’s the actions that define us as people. Making sure we are in control of our actions is the ultimate test of the resistance and loyalty. Applicable for the most of the social relations as well. If someone shows up for you is the person that is valid to be in your life. If someone says they will but never does, that’s it’s not meant to be. Move on and keep doing you!
“No excuses just get out of your head, stop thinking and do it. Ultimately you need to step up and embrace uncertainty. Make a difference and make it happen! That is a very good quote from the book. Definitely go for it!
This book didn’t exactly blow me away with new ideas or groundbreaking insights, but I still found it enjoyable. What really stands out is the author’s sense of humor and their direct, no-nonsense approach. The writing feels real and relatable, which makes it easy to connect with. While the concepts themselves aren’t revolutionary, the book does have the power to shake you up a bit. The main message is clear: stop overthinking, don’t wallow in self-pity, and just get moving. It’s a refreshing reminder that sometimes, action is the best antidote to feeling stuck or sorry for yourself. Overall, if you’re looking for a fun, straightforward read that gives you a gentle push to get out of your own way, this book is worth picking up—even if it doesn’t offer anything radically new.
I am skeptical about the world of personal development since it has become a powerful business in today's world, marketing. It gives me the feeling of being cheated for money. I like the title, although it seems interesting and misleading, but it relates to the fact that we need to free ourselves from some of the overlaps that have occurred over time. Lots of information, studies, mentions of names, so much research and good connections. So based somewhere, not just words that hypnotize .Nice, I would use it for info and would come back again to read my notes and annotations. It's not that he was wrong in what he said, they are in the book, but often the hype is exaggerated.
A good motivational book breaking down how our thoughts and actions give us the life we ‘win’ at.
Tbh, it didn’t help me much, but that’s because I’m not the target audience. I have no problem with motivation or with getting sh*t done. My problem was that after I reached a number of milestones, I realized I’d nothing left, and that made me sad. I thought this might lift me up and unsad me rather than unfuck me but alas, it was not to be.
This is a great book. There are so many self-help books that you can read, but the context and the order of the context and the actions that are trying to put our price as most of the other books are kind of abstract and ambiguous. This book actually help you to get into actions with a clear cut points. I would highly recommend to read this book as it is worth for the time, you put in
Easy, quick read. A lot of gold principles we all kind of already know but it was nice to have it be reinforced. Would have liked to see more of a call to action on the suggestions he put forward. I didn’t feel the need to try his suggestions. Regardless still got excited and energized from the books message
Audio book so didn't always take it all in and switched off quite a lot. Some contradictory information, repeated stuff and quotes I have read elsewhere on neuroplasticity and rewiring your brain. Quite a bit about losing weight or being in a bad relationship neither which apply to me. A few nuggets to work on 'I am willing' and 'I am unwilling' an OK book.
This book was pretty simple read and some of the concepts I’ve already heard before, nothing truly revolutionary, but still truth on every page. A good read for a little mindset reset and to get you motivated on your life goals.💪🏼
enjoyed reading good read. like the quote Pg 144. Nothing in the world is worth having or worth doing unless it means effort pain, difficulty. Theodore Roosevelt. I felt that.. also Pg 191 personal assertions
I liked the straight forward format of this... I've read lots of 'self help' because I need all the reminders over and over. This wasn't anything new.... just a good reminder that you are in control of your own damn life and should make it exactly what you want it to be! Read it when you need that.
Listened to the audiobook on the way to work and already starting to feel like I’ve let go of so much bullshit and just starting in all aspects of my life
I don't know what this book should have been about, but it's like many, putting quotes from different authors and explaining in own understanding. Wasn't my fav.