Let That Sh*t Go: A Journal for Leaving Your Bullsh*t Behind and Creating a Happy Life

by Monica Sweeney

Journal your way to a better f*cking day.

Harboring grudges and plotting revenge take a lot of energy. While the wait for one true moment of schadenfreude sounds oh so sweet, true bliss can be found in simply notgiving a f*ck. With Let That Sh*t Go, you’ll find moments of profanity-laced catharsis and joy through journaling activities and inspirations that are positive as f*ck. Within these truly charming pages, you’ll find ways to let go of the bullsh*t and lift your spirit a little f*cking higher.

Genres: Self Help, Mental Health, Nonfiction, Journal, Journaling, Personal Development, Humor

128 pages, Paperback

Published July 3, 2018

Reviews

[meghann · Rating 5 out of 5]

This journal was a lot of fun. It's so pretty, and I wanted to be able to use it again in the future, so I wrote out everything on notebook paper instead. Which was kind of a mistake as I missed out on some of the more creative activities. The next time I use it I will for sure write in the book. I've put some of the suggestions into use and am honestly coping a lot better than I was just a couple of days ago. I recommend this for anyone who is feeling stuck getting through a tough situation.

[Andrea Reads · Rating 3 out of 5]

It was okay. Some of the prompts felt odd or difficult to connect with. I think it was mostly due to how the author phrased some of her questions (Though I will say the cursing added a little something extra and gave the perseverance I needed to push forward. Absolutely loved that!). I did this journal concurrently with my sister, and if I hadn't had that accountability piece, I honestly probably wouldn't have finished. Not horrible by any means, but I've written in guided journals that were far more compelling.

[Kristine · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really enjoyed the journal prompts. It forces me to think about things & write it down. Putting it down on paper makes it all seem much more real. I would definitely do another journal from Monica Sweeney.

[Julie Suzanne · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is meant to be a journal, where you respond to prompts each day. The prompts are hilarious and I think very helpful. I don’t have a lot of the problems that the prompts are addressing, so I don’t really need to do that program, but it’s an excellent gift for somebody Maybe going through some tough times (someone with a sense of humor). The prompts are sassy and sprinkled with mild profanity, so I pretty much laughed out loud, sometimes full on cackling with my head back, deep from the core. Very cute gift idea!

[Alise · Rating 4 out of 5]

After realizing my anxiety was amping up again, I wanted to try journaling before resorting to other methods like medication again. While this was definitely my favorite of the journals I tried, I've come to the conclusion journaling isn't really for me. I do think the (many) exercises in this one are helpful, but some of it felt repetitive and the number of exercises was almost overwhelming.

[Rhiannon Sibley · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fun, Not quite what I expected. But it was neat to go through the different activities

[Katie Puterbaugh · Rating 3 out of 5]

I enjoyed some of the prompts but others just felt like I was making things up. Not a horrible guided journal, but not great either.

[Amanda Koger · Rating 4 out of 5]

this was a great activity book to use to work through things that have been on my mind and also things that I'd like to work on. I probably should not have done the whole thing in one day and worked on it over time, but if I didn't do it in one day I probably would never have finished it which has everything to do with me and not the book. Although I wish that there was more variety in the prompts because many of them felt very similar and a lot of my answers were the same or a variation of the same thing.

[Stacy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Bought this book when I purchased "Zen as F*ck." Wasn't sure which book would be more relevant for my needs (haha). I love them both. (Also, excellent for gift giving!). I have found myself more angry lately and needed something else to focus my energy on (knitting and puzzles weren't going to do it). Let That Sh*t Go has some great activities to help you take that negative energy and turn it around. The journaling suggestions are spot on and Sweeney's humor helps tremendously!

[Zane Carey · Rating 4 out of 5]

Solid, if a bit repetitive. But when I needed it, the sayings and activities were useful. I'll probably go through and cut some of them out before I ceremonially burn the book for fun.

[Arlian · Rating 2 out of 5]

I like to try guided journals to help give me focus when trying to write personal reflections. This book is highly rated, but it's not for me.

It feels (and looks) rather juvenile. It's got lots of cutesy repeating images like coffee cups and rainbows and stars and stuff. It has quotes from harry potter, and a bunch of people I don't know. But it's filled with trite affirmations like "Today is your fucking day!".

i am not interested in doodling positive expressions about how to keep myself content at work or whatever. I am want more serious/deeper self work.

I bought this online, so I didn't realize what it was like.

It's like a middle school girl's notebook with the word "fuck" in it a few times to make it seem more mature....which is very middle school.

I think this is a great book for someone looking for a gratitude journal, and not helpful if you're trying to meaningfully heal from trauma or something heavy.

[Sarah Jensen]

"Let That Sh*t Go: A Journal for Leaving Your Bullsh*t Behind and Creating a Happy Life" by Monica Sweeney offers a unique approach to personal reflection and growth through guided prompts. However, many of the prompts felt odd or challenging to connect with on a deeper level, impacting the overall effectiveness of the journal. The phrasing of the questions sometimes contributed to this disconnect, making it harder to engage fully with the material.

On a positive note, the inclusion of cursing adds a motivational edge that can resonate with readers who appreciate a more informal and relatable tone. This aspect can serve as a refreshing motivator for those looking to release negativity and embrace a happier mindset. Additionally, completing the journal alongside a sister or friend for accountability proves to be a useful strategy, reinforcing the journey of self-discovery and making the process more enjoyable.

While the experience of using this journal was not entirely negative, it ultimately felt less compelling compared to other guided journals that may offer more cohesive prompts or a stronger sense of connection. For those seeking a straightforward and light-hearted approach to letting go of life's burdens, it may still provide some value, but it might not live up to expectations set by other introspective tools on the market.

[Morrigan · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this workbook! I have c-PTSD and it has helped me gain some insight into what I’m holding onto and how it’s holding me back. It does so in a very sarcastic way. Which is great for me because sarcasm and swearing are my two primary languages. I know, I’m horrible. But the journal is excellent.

[Emily Gunn · Rating 4 out of 5]

I loved completing this journal so much! The journal prompts are fantastic! The only thing I wasn’t crazy about was how often she cursed in the journal - don’t get me wrong, I thought it was quite hilarious but some of the time it was just unnecessary and she’s just cursing just to curse. BUT I LOVED IT. WILL BUY HER JOURNALS AGAIN.

[Cindy Huskey · Rating 5 out of 5]

I think the best part of this journal is the stress relieved just by reading through the prompts. I don't think I've laughed that hard at a journal prompt before. I bought one for myself, and gave a second as a gift for one of my friends who's stress comes from being a high school administrator.

[Katie]

This book was gifted to me, and I completed the last one today. Some prompts felt a little repetitive, but I do embrace the overall premise: we need to move forward. It’s good to have some backup plans when that isn’t easy.

[Grace · Rating 4 out of 5]

Took me awhile. A page a day

[Freddy · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was fun and positive. It engaged my thought process and feelings on a deep level but also in a lighthearted way. I would definitely do another journal like this one.

[Rosalinda · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved the straight facts and information to let go of all that pulls you down. Very interesting. I gave a book to my sister.

[Mary Therese · Rating 5 out of 5]

My daughter gave this book to me for Christmas. I loved it. It was fun reading and finding ways daily to let go of Caca that I still harbor and have a hard time letting go.

[Sarah · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fun journal prompt book

[Faith · Rating 4 out of 5]

Absolutely LOVED this!!!
So many topics to journal on and reflect.
Onto Zen As Fuck 📖

[JoAnna McGarvie · Rating 5 out of 5]

A must have for any journal loving , embracing one's journey goddesss!!!☺🙌

[LaNeida · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was fun to go through.

[Kelly Edwards · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this book. Monica is hilarious and gives great prompts that help me remember the joy and to let all of the other sh*t go.

[Sarah Attalla]

15 dollars

[Vicki Marmillot · Rating 5 out of 5]

If I could give this ten stars I would!! I now follow her on Amazon. I LOVE THIS BOOK!! If you need a smile and inspiration you need to grab this book!!

[Ceri Jo · Rating 5 out of 5]

"Just let that shit go that wears you down and what is ruining YOU!!"

[Zulmarie Melendez · Rating 4 out of 5]

Journal of self love

[Liv Boyle · Rating 3 out of 5]

Some parts were helpful / effective but some I just didn’t even understand tbh. It was ok!! Fun journal overall.