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I Don't Have a Bucket List but My F*ck-it List is a Mile Long: The hilarious guide to making your life happier, richer, and even more badass!
"Put this funny self-help winner on your must-read list for 2019, along with Jen Sincero's You Are a Badass books and Mark Manson's The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck. We dare say there's a bit of Tina Fey's Bossypants in here, too."
Looking for a refreshing new take on kicking ass at life?
Ruby Rey is not your mother's life coach. She's one hilarious professional writer who has overcome her sucky genes to become happy, rich, and (you be the judge after you read this book) wise.
If you're seeking motivation, you'll love Ruby Rey's fresh take on important topics such as:
- living the kind of amazing life you'd watch on the big screen
- how to change your everyday habits
- what the hell it means to "choose happiness"
- not being the prettiest, sexiest girl in the room, and how that's an advantage
- ditching those frenemies
- an alternative to hard work and luck
- one weird trick for improving your mood every day
Do you like lists? This book has lists! Plus Ruby Rey's real life stories that are sometimes raw, frequently funny, and always honest and insightful.
There's something for everyone, from self-help newbies to the more advanced, who've "been there, done that" through all the basic stuff. What's different about this book is how it's filtered through the keen eyes and witty mind of a professional writer who knows how to craft the entertainment you love.
Get ready to realign your mind, shake up your routine, and get back on track. Or just kick back and enjoy a few laughs. This collection of easy-to-follow life lessons may be a powerhouse, but it doesn't take itself too seriously.
Warning: I Don't Have a Bucket List but My F*ck-It List is a Mile Long contains no sugarcoating. There are, as you may have guessed, a few swear words.
Looking for a refreshing new take on kicking ass at life?
Ruby Rey is not your mother's life coach. She's one hilarious professional writer who has overcome her sucky genes to become happy, rich, and (you be the judge after you read this book) wise.
If you're seeking motivation, you'll love Ruby Rey's fresh take on important topics such as:
- living the kind of amazing life you'd watch on the big screen
- how to change your everyday habits
- what the hell it means to "choose happiness"
- not being the prettiest, sexiest girl in the room, and how that's an advantage
- ditching those frenemies
- an alternative to hard work and luck
- one weird trick for improving your mood every day
Do you like lists? This book has lists! Plus Ruby Rey's real life stories that are sometimes raw, frequently funny, and always honest and insightful.
There's something for everyone, from self-help newbies to the more advanced, who've "been there, done that" through all the basic stuff. What's different about this book is how it's filtered through the keen eyes and witty mind of a professional writer who knows how to craft the entertainment you love.
Get ready to realign your mind, shake up your routine, and get back on track. Or just kick back and enjoy a few laughs. This collection of easy-to-follow life lessons may be a powerhouse, but it doesn't take itself too seriously.
Warning: I Don't Have a Bucket List but My F*ck-It List is a Mile Long contains no sugarcoating. There are, as you may have guessed, a few swear words.
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Published February 18, 2019
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May 14, 2019
Book 30/55: I Don't Have a Bucket List but My F*ck-it List is a Mile Long: The hilarious guide to making your life happier, richer, and even more badass! by Ruby Rey. A long titre but fitting. On the same vibe of You Are a Badass and The Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fuck. A great light read when needed to be reminded to just say Fuck it! and return to your normal badassery in life. Also writing in a funny way that makes it easy to read. There was a chapter or two that became a wake up call... those are usually scary for me, but usually entice me to take action on my current mental state.
March 15, 2022
I wanted a book to read in those little moments when you’re tired or uncertain, and you would normally reach for Facebook as a pacifier. Except you know damn well Facebook makes you feel worse, not better. You just grab it because it’s an easy way to check out.
I sometimes use romance novels as a replacement, but that’s a risky strategy with a good chance of losing the whole afternoon to “oh, just one more little chapter.”
This book was pretty good for this purpose, in that most of it asked very little of me. But it went wrong I two ways:
1. The author is very good at starting each tiny chapter with something that draws you in. And the chapters are so tiny, you think, “oh, one more. What could it hurt?”
2. When I picked this up in hopes of getting a little pacifier hit before I started shooting videos, the author hit me with someone she loved who was dying of cancer. Thanks a fucking lot.
However, the book has been surprisingly thought-provoking and funnier than I expected. Overall, I’m sorry it see it end already.
I sometimes use romance novels as a replacement, but that’s a risky strategy with a good chance of losing the whole afternoon to “oh, just one more little chapter.”
This book was pretty good for this purpose, in that most of it asked very little of me. But it went wrong I two ways:
1. The author is very good at starting each tiny chapter with something that draws you in. And the chapters are so tiny, you think, “oh, one more. What could it hurt?”
2. When I picked this up in hopes of getting a little pacifier hit before I started shooting videos, the author hit me with someone she loved who was dying of cancer. Thanks a fucking lot.
However, the book has been surprisingly thought-provoking and funnier than I expected. Overall, I’m sorry it see it end already.
March 6, 2019
This is a great short read. I don't mind the swearing, there's not too much. The jokes are pretty good too. I think it's a fantastic summary of key points of how to be a decent productive human. More than likely to read it again.
August 25, 2020
I appreciate the time and effort Rey took to craft this guide. Unfortunately, it fell flat for me. When I see the word hilarious used I am hoping for hilarity. I smiled a few times throughout the book but I didn't laugh, quietly to myself or out loud, once. I caught the parts of the book that were meant to be hilarious but they felt contrived to me, as if Rey was trying too hard.
I also felt like the title was, or is, a bit misleading. I thought there would be more content related to the promised mile-long f*ck-it list. She mentioned the list a few times, maybe a handful, but otherwise it was another variation of the same self-help themes shared via Rey's personal experiences and insights. Rey's chapter on self-confidence was good, as was the one on happiness assholes. She spends one chapter, or part of a chapter, on poo. Yes, literal poo. She goes into scientific explanation of what it should look like etc and how many times a day we should be going. I'm not sure what this had to do with the f*ck-it list, perhaps the happier part?
Again, I can tell that Rey put a lot of herself into this project and I appreciate her efforts, they just ended up not resonating with me. My star reflects my personal opinions on the book.
I also felt like the title was, or is, a bit misleading. I thought there would be more content related to the promised mile-long f*ck-it list. She mentioned the list a few times, maybe a handful, but otherwise it was another variation of the same self-help themes shared via Rey's personal experiences and insights. Rey's chapter on self-confidence was good, as was the one on happiness assholes. She spends one chapter, or part of a chapter, on poo. Yes, literal poo. She goes into scientific explanation of what it should look like etc and how many times a day we should be going. I'm not sure what this had to do with the f*ck-it list, perhaps the happier part?
Again, I can tell that Rey put a lot of herself into this project and I appreciate her efforts, they just ended up not resonating with me. My star reflects my personal opinions on the book.
January 8, 2021
Just terrible. There’s something about this book which is actually damaging to women.
The author thrives on her husband telling her she’s done a good job cleaning the kitchen, and my stomach goes into spasm.
‘My husband walks into the kitchen. He exclaims, “Wow! Someone really cleaned up in here.”
“It was me,” I squeal excitedly from my seat at the table.
“Good job, baby.” He walks over to reward me with a kiss. “It looks really good.”
“I know,” I agree, nodding. “I slayed it.”
“You sure did.” He gives me a high-five before getting a glass of water.
We carry on with our day."
From Praise, 57% in, I Don’t Have A Bucket List Bur My F*ck-It List Is A Mile Long by Ruby Rey
It’s not a skit. She’s serious. Even though she used to react to these ‘compliments’ with suspicion, she puts that down to her own inability to take praise from people, and that’s because her parents were assholes.
I could vomit on the spot.
She says she embraces her ugliness (a horrible term and idea) but she’s had surgery to counter the worst aspects of her appearance - and so, when the pretty blonde in the office makes everybody laugh, and yet our heroine’s jokes fall flat - it’s clearly because of her looks.
“Back to the present day, to me looking at myself in the mirror after the meeting.
“It’s no wonder people were avoiding eye contact. Staring at my reflection, I tsk-tsk myself for neglecting the lessons of my youth. Could I have looked more like human chopped liver if I’d tried? I wore no makeup, my hair was a disaster, and my clothes were the same shades of gray-brown as discount meat.”
From Butterface, 21% in, I Don’t Have A Bucket List But My F*ck-It List Is A Mile Long by Ruby Rey
Having read this book, I’m pretty sure the reason her jokes fell flat was not her appearance.
And all she’s doing, really, is riding on the back of her own therapist - who perhaps should write a book because it would doubtless have some content and advice - and a couple of web-based organisers who probably do have their own books.
I could cope with the lack of originality or anything in terms of ideas here, but it’s not actually funny. The writer is so sure she’s funny she’s forgotten to be funny. She talks a lot about being a professional writer which is, frankly, tiresome, and about being a comedian but the wittiest thing about this book is the title. A waste of time.
The author thrives on her husband telling her she’s done a good job cleaning the kitchen, and my stomach goes into spasm.
‘My husband walks into the kitchen. He exclaims, “Wow! Someone really cleaned up in here.”
“It was me,” I squeal excitedly from my seat at the table.
“Good job, baby.” He walks over to reward me with a kiss. “It looks really good.”
“I know,” I agree, nodding. “I slayed it.”
“You sure did.” He gives me a high-five before getting a glass of water.
We carry on with our day."
From Praise, 57% in, I Don’t Have A Bucket List Bur My F*ck-It List Is A Mile Long by Ruby Rey
It’s not a skit. She’s serious. Even though she used to react to these ‘compliments’ with suspicion, she puts that down to her own inability to take praise from people, and that’s because her parents were assholes.
I could vomit on the spot.
She says she embraces her ugliness (a horrible term and idea) but she’s had surgery to counter the worst aspects of her appearance - and so, when the pretty blonde in the office makes everybody laugh, and yet our heroine’s jokes fall flat - it’s clearly because of her looks.
“Back to the present day, to me looking at myself in the mirror after the meeting.
“It’s no wonder people were avoiding eye contact. Staring at my reflection, I tsk-tsk myself for neglecting the lessons of my youth. Could I have looked more like human chopped liver if I’d tried? I wore no makeup, my hair was a disaster, and my clothes were the same shades of gray-brown as discount meat.”
From Butterface, 21% in, I Don’t Have A Bucket List But My F*ck-It List Is A Mile Long by Ruby Rey
Having read this book, I’m pretty sure the reason her jokes fell flat was not her appearance.
And all she’s doing, really, is riding on the back of her own therapist - who perhaps should write a book because it would doubtless have some content and advice - and a couple of web-based organisers who probably do have their own books.
I could cope with the lack of originality or anything in terms of ideas here, but it’s not actually funny. The writer is so sure she’s funny she’s forgotten to be funny. She talks a lot about being a professional writer which is, frankly, tiresome, and about being a comedian but the wittiest thing about this book is the title. A waste of time.
November 2, 2020
Not worth time spent to actually read
There are enough words in the Dictionary without using profanities - of which there are many.
Want to make money? Live a happy life? be content and "free". Just put £1 in a tin every day for 14 days, build up to £2 daily for 21 days, push yourself to £5 daily for 28 days.
I guarantee, if you stick to the plan, in only 9 weeks you will have £196.
Of course you already know this, which is the same as any instructions or advice this ridiculous book offers. Full of stuff you already know!
The Author, Printer, Manager et al make a fortune as you pay for their regurgitated take on all other Self Help books preying on your insecurities!I
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There are enough words in the Dictionary without using profanities - of which there are many.
Want to make money? Live a happy life? be content and "free". Just put £1 in a tin every day for 14 days, build up to £2 daily for 21 days, push yourself to £5 daily for 28 days.
I guarantee, if you stick to the plan, in only 9 weeks you will have £196.
Of course you already know this, which is the same as any instructions or advice this ridiculous book offers. Full of stuff you already know!
The Author, Printer, Manager et al make a fortune as you pay for their regurgitated take on all other Self Help books preying on your insecurities!I
Read all reviews of 1 and 2 stars
February 26, 2021
I have mixed feelingabout this book.
I had no expectation and haven’t read any review. I was browsing and was just looking for something funny to read (because i want to learn to write comedy 😜). The tittle got me hooked.
It’s a super light read. It made me laugh. It’s half-memoir-half-self help kind a book. The topic range from building good habbit to suggestion to eat more kale to get better poo 😅.
Surprisingly, the last few pages touched me right in the spot. It’s about reframing our memories, the things that i’ve been trying to do for the past few years.
This comedy book got me in tears 🥲.
December 7, 2020
Sometimes it seemed good...
Sometimes it seemed to be written in a foreign language, well in fact it was - American, and the female version at that. So some of the stories didn't quite produce a' home run'. I probably wasn't the target audience, and whilst it certainly wasn't hilarious it could be gently humorous. However I learnt something from this style, I could still extract something valuable despite the language barrier and the unnecessary digressions and profanities. It had several real, worthwhile gems, that entitle it to be worthy of 4 stars and worth reading.
Sometimes it seemed to be written in a foreign language, well in fact it was - American, and the female version at that. So some of the stories didn't quite produce a' home run'. I probably wasn't the target audience, and whilst it certainly wasn't hilarious it could be gently humorous. However I learnt something from this style, I could still extract something valuable despite the language barrier and the unnecessary digressions and profanities. It had several real, worthwhile gems, that entitle it to be worthy of 4 stars and worth reading.
May 18, 2020
I Don’t Have a Bucket List but My F*ck-It List is a Mile Long: The Hilarious Guide to Making Your Life Happier, Richer and Even More Badass! Was a great read by Ruby Rey. This book helps give motivation for you to change habits, choose happiness and ditch people in your life that aren’t there for you. This book gives you lists while also sprinkling in some of the authors own personal experiences. I enjoyed this book and can’t wait to read more by the author.
July 31, 2020
WOMEN'S self help?
Okay, admittedly, I review books written by and for women. So when I read a "self-help" book with no apparent gender, I am a bit surprised by the gynocentrism in it. When I read a "humor" book, I am a bit annoyed that it's snarky but not funny.
I have no clue who Ruby Rey is, but maybe she needs a team of writers around her to be funny or perhaps her humor requires an instruction manual?
Okay, admittedly, I review books written by and for women. So when I read a "self-help" book with no apparent gender, I am a bit surprised by the gynocentrism in it. When I read a "humor" book, I am a bit annoyed that it's snarky but not funny.
I have no clue who Ruby Rey is, but maybe she needs a team of writers around her to be funny or perhaps her humor requires an instruction manual?
June 9, 2020
It’s a quick, pleasant read. I enjoyed the way the author recounts personal experiences and how they have shaped her, but I wasn’t overly blown away by the humour. This is labelled a self help book, and I can see how Ruby Rey has improved her own life and way of thinking, but it doesn’t feel so much a self help book as it is an evaluation of the authors life.
July 25, 2021
Amazing
Not really a self-help book, but contains more wisdom than majority of them. And funny. Really funny.
Advices given are very practical and I can see how my life can be better if I was to follow them. Sense of humour of author is contagious and I think I have learned self-irony =)
Not really a self-help book, but contains more wisdom than majority of them. And funny. Really funny.
Advices given are very practical and I can see how my life can be better if I was to follow them. Sense of humour of author is contagious and I think I have learned self-irony =)
March 10, 2022
This book was just okay. The message is great if you're new to it. The author comes across as trying too hard sometimes. This book would probably appeal to a demographic of people who are interested in self help but don't want complicated jargon. I think the author is a person I would enjoy being around, based on descriptions of herself. I will likely read her other work.
October 8, 2022
Hilarious Honesty
It was so easy to be hooked from the very first page. Everything was easily relatable. Felt like I was listening to a best friend. It did not feel like a lesson. It brought up the things that I noticed but refused to acknowledge. I recommend this book to everyone. It has relevant information that can assist anyone.
It was so easy to be hooked from the very first page. Everything was easily relatable. Felt like I was listening to a best friend. It did not feel like a lesson. It brought up the things that I noticed but refused to acknowledge. I recommend this book to everyone. It has relevant information that can assist anyone.
April 5, 2019
Brilliant read from start to finsh i really loved this book so real and get so funny and the title of the book well that's just so apt ruby
The words say it all f*ck it is one of my best reads and I read lots is there a follow up to this
The words say it all f*ck it is one of my best reads and I read lots is there a follow up to this
August 25, 2020
Kale? I really don't think so.
Thought provoking read. Makes you think about you, and how others may perceive you and your actions. I will be listening to people a lot more, before putting my car in.
Thought provoking read. Makes you think about you, and how others may perceive you and your actions. I will be listening to people a lot more, before putting my car in.
December 25, 2020
Very funny with some really good points made. I really felt like I took away quite a bit. It was a very short and quick read that referenced some other works on happiness. The format was engaging and the anecdotes hilarious. Glad I picked this one up!
April 7, 2023
Ruby's F*ck-It List is top-notch!
Great book, full of heart and humor. Advice/ self-help was well thought out, and very well presented. I absolutely loved the way Ruby Rey "speaks" to readers in this book. Great for everyone!
Great book, full of heart and humor. Advice/ self-help was well thought out, and very well presented. I absolutely loved the way Ruby Rey "speaks" to readers in this book. Great for everyone!
October 10, 2023
Heck of a way to give advice
I thought this was an interesting book. I really enjoyed reading it. I have learned a few things. I recommend this book to those of you who are looking for some inspiration .
I thought this was an interesting book. I really enjoyed reading it. I have learned a few things. I recommend this book to those of you who are looking for some inspiration .
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October 7, 2024Not sure but worth reading
I read it, took it in, it makes some good and great points. Some good fixes, but some places left holes. But I think that's down to yourself to find answers. Did get me thinking, so thank you
I read it, took it in, it makes some good and great points. Some good fixes, but some places left holes. But I think that's down to yourself to find answers. Did get me thinking, so thank you
July 13, 2019
Wisdom nuggets
I was pleasantly surprised at the wisdom in this book, wrapped in a cosy humour. It read like a conversation with a close girlfriend.
I was pleasantly surprised at the wisdom in this book, wrapped in a cosy humour. It read like a conversation with a close girlfriend.
May 10, 2020
Good
Good i really liked it because of the structure of this very book. I would definately recommend. So yes 3 star.
Good i really liked it because of the structure of this very book. I would definately recommend. So yes 3 star.
May 19, 2020
Light hearted and funny
Loved this book, read it while locked down at 30 weeks pregnant. It was like a chat with my mate over a cuppa.
Loved this book, read it while locked down at 30 weeks pregnant. It was like a chat with my mate over a cuppa.
August 5, 2020
Funny, well written.
This is an entertaining book. The author writes well. She even has a few self-help ideas delivered in a style that is anything but boring. Try it.
This is an entertaining book. The author writes well. She even has a few self-help ideas delivered in a style that is anything but boring. Try it.
August 14, 2020
Some good advise. I especially like the advise about how to build more confidence. Build more skills.
August 24, 2020
Not for me
Sorry, I couldn't get into it. Wasn't what I was looking for. Doesn't mean it's a bad book, as well written. Just not for me.
Sorry, I couldn't get into it. Wasn't what I was looking for. Doesn't mean it's a bad book, as well written. Just not for me.
August 28, 2020
This was a quick and easy read...nothing life altering but still a nice read.
September 3, 2020
I listened to the audio, and it's hysterical! Despite the comedy, she lays out some truth bombs that are spot on.
October 29, 2020
Not nearly as funny or smart as it's trying to be, lots of words yet no real content.
Not a book for me perhaps.
Not a book for me perhaps.
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