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Separating You: A Self-Help Book for the Lost, Lonely, and Psychotically Obsessed
A SELF-HELP BOOK WRITTEN BY A SERIAL KILLER!
Do you hurt? Do you hate? Do you want?
GOOD!
If you have ever felt like your entire existence is meaningless, full of random potholes, endless lectures, and constant heartache, then this book is for you!
Won't you join me? Won't you challenge your inner essence to dig up some grain of joy in this hell we call day to day "life"? Follow me...buy this book, and follow me.
-Dr. Jason Carson
Do you hurt? Do you hate? Do you want?
GOOD!
If you have ever felt like your entire existence is meaningless, full of random potholes, endless lectures, and constant heartache, then this book is for you!
Won't you join me? Won't you challenge your inner essence to dig up some grain of joy in this hell we call day to day "life"? Follow me...buy this book, and follow me.
-Dr. Jason Carson
- GenresHorror
168 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 19, 2019
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March 30, 2021
Hey Baby.
This book is literally insane. Like, as in, literally insane literature. It’s awesome. I’ve never read a regular self-help book before, so I cannot compare it, but this book transcends horror fiction. It’s just so original, I’ve never read anything like it. You should read it. You’ll like it.
4/5 Skulls
☠️☠️☠️☠️
This book is literally insane. Like, as in, literally insane literature. It’s awesome. I’ve never read a regular self-help book before, so I cannot compare it, but this book transcends horror fiction. It’s just so original, I’ve never read anything like it. You should read it. You’ll like it.
4/5 Skulls
☠️☠️☠️☠️
September 23, 2019
Thrilling read.
I’ve been pondering for quite sometime how to review this book. It’s a deceiving book, one that has you guessing what the author will do next. It had me on my toes, evoking all my senses, making me sit back and think: Am I the hero or am I the victim in my story.
I am still a bit unsure as to what to think, but I recommend you get yourself a copy and see where it takes you.
Well played Dr. Jason Carson, well played.
I’ve been pondering for quite sometime how to review this book. It’s a deceiving book, one that has you guessing what the author will do next. It had me on my toes, evoking all my senses, making me sit back and think: Am I the hero or am I the victim in my story.
I am still a bit unsure as to what to think, but I recommend you get yourself a copy and see where it takes you.
Well played Dr. Jason Carson, well played.
February 11, 2020
Let me say at the start that it’s not my usual genre; I’m not into horror as such but this one intrigued me. A self-help book? For the psychotic? That alone pulled me in and I’m glad I was. It’s a well written, enjoyable (if graphic) dance into the heart and mind of a truly disturbed individual written (as it says) as a self-help manual; one perhaps that Tony Robbins may never write but that’s his loss.
The book’s short (58 pages in eBook format), and I found myself engaged with it on three levels.
Firstly, solely as a book, as a self-help manual. The exercises and tests were intriguing, particularly when they seemed to have no relevance to anything else, but the deeper I got into it the more “sense” (if that’s the right word) they made. It reminded me in part of CS Lewis’s Screwtape Letters, as Dr J manages to immerse you in the work.
Secondly, it is a disturbing look into the mind of a psychotic. Under the prose there’s a knowledge of the psychotic’s mind, motivations and ego that comes through in each page; from the logical, direct, and clear mind set in parts to the disjointed, rambling, and seemingly obtuse ravings that are peppered throughout.
Finally, and from a writer’s perspective, if I ever want to get my head into a madman’s mind to write this is where I’ll go. To suspend disbelief for a a while, submerge into this work, and emerge as a twisted main character this will provide more than enough.
The book’s short (58 pages in eBook format), and I found myself engaged with it on three levels.
Firstly, solely as a book, as a self-help manual. The exercises and tests were intriguing, particularly when they seemed to have no relevance to anything else, but the deeper I got into it the more “sense” (if that’s the right word) they made. It reminded me in part of CS Lewis’s Screwtape Letters, as Dr J manages to immerse you in the work.
Secondly, it is a disturbing look into the mind of a psychotic. Under the prose there’s a knowledge of the psychotic’s mind, motivations and ego that comes through in each page; from the logical, direct, and clear mind set in parts to the disjointed, rambling, and seemingly obtuse ravings that are peppered throughout.
Finally, and from a writer’s perspective, if I ever want to get my head into a madman’s mind to write this is where I’ll go. To suspend disbelief for a a while, submerge into this work, and emerge as a twisted main character this will provide more than enough.
September 3, 2019
This is a difficult book to rate. For its dive into the spiraling, deranged mind of a narcissistic, psychopath with multiable antisocial personality disorders and an obvious past of trauma and abuse, it is a genius 5 stars. Throw away comments, rants about God and the intricacies of self deception are handled so masterfully that the potential road to becoming a serial killer is laid bare. Despite all that might or might not have happened in ‘Dr’ Carson’s life, it is the choices he has made that have resulted in him becoming the monster that he is. For all his horrible advice - and it is truly horrible - he remains human, albeit a human who has decided to turn his pain and suffering into hurting others.
As a self help book, the concept starts off in an amusing fashion, but the subject matter is so dark that this is not a quick read. It’s well written, the writing flows and it is not a very long book, however I had to read it in smaller chunks as I progressed through it. Brilliant, in many ways as this book is, Jay Carson’s mind is not a pleasant place to visit for long.
This is where my rating dilemma comes in. If I were rating the (fictional) author of this tome, it would be 1 Star.
A great book for those interested in serial killers, dark horror and the psychology behind people who embrace evil. Be warned, this subject matter is heavy going. If you’re looking for satire of self help books or a light read, this isn’t it.
I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
As a self help book, the concept starts off in an amusing fashion, but the subject matter is so dark that this is not a quick read. It’s well written, the writing flows and it is not a very long book, however I had to read it in smaller chunks as I progressed through it. Brilliant, in many ways as this book is, Jay Carson’s mind is not a pleasant place to visit for long.
This is where my rating dilemma comes in. If I were rating the (fictional) author of this tome, it would be 1 Star.
A great book for those interested in serial killers, dark horror and the psychology behind people who embrace evil. Be warned, this subject matter is heavy going. If you’re looking for satire of self help books or a light read, this isn’t it.
I received a free copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
October 2, 2019
Highly original and funny
You might need a fairly strong stomach for some of the black, or sick, humour in this book but for those of us that have such a stomach, this book is a treasure.
It makes some serious points too (though that might just be me bringing my own pedantry to bear).
You might need a fairly strong stomach for some of the black, or sick, humour in this book but for those of us that have such a stomach, this book is a treasure.
It makes some serious points too (though that might just be me bringing my own pedantry to bear).
October 3, 2019
"I was given a copy of an e-book that takes the killer trope, the clichés, everything we know and love, and turns it into something completely different: Separating You by Dr Jason Carson."
This is, frankly, one of the most original takes on this trope I have come across.
For my full review, please hit this page!
https://www.weekendnotes.com/separati...
This is, frankly, one of the most original takes on this trope I have come across.
For my full review, please hit this page!
https://www.weekendnotes.com/separati...
March 2, 2021
Could have been so much better possibly by expanding the killers background story.However,definitely different
February 27, 2021
This is a bit of a tough review. It's obviously not for everyone, but if you think reading a text of a serial killer working to convince another person to be a serial killer then this book is for you.
I'll admit that I've never read an actual self-help book. My prejudice on this is fairly set: some author who's just money hungry is slapping together some POS that'll scratch an itch people are looking for, but won't actually get to the root of anything, because then they wouldn't need to come back for book #2 or #3. I'm sure there are great ones out there that are a "one and done" type of thing, but I have better things to do than dig through the sludge to find the diamond. Plus I don't need any help because I'M FINE. I'M A FUCKING HERO!
So, that being said, I picked up this book because in general horror is a genre I love, though horror literature can be tough in quality and/or gore, but this sounded incredibly intriguing. Would the author truly capture that narcissistic god complex and delusions of grandeur that would be needed to be convincing for their character? Would they be convincing in their prose or would this come across as someone acting in a bad way? For those of us that are intrigued by serial killers would this person exhibit a convincing set of qualities or would then not hold up to scrutiny under light?
It feels like a lot of work went into this text. It would be easy to have made this a short essay that was more of a manifesto around weak people and what they need to be strong, but this has stories, thought exercises & surveys to take part in along the way and the intensity grows over time as the author is obviously getting frustrated that it's taken so much effort to groom another student. If at this point they aren't convinced they should just kill themselves.
In the end the author really captures his character well and builds to a great crescendo. This book is probably not good for anyone that has been sexually or physically assaulted and suffers from trailing issues caused from that, but if you are interested in psychopaths and the thought processes of power and control they have then this surely is for you.
I would say its content and flow separately probably elicit a 4/5 but the execution and originality of this is what pulls it up to an absolute favorite of mine and gets 5 stars. Well done you pretty hateful dude.
I'll admit that I've never read an actual self-help book. My prejudice on this is fairly set: some author who's just money hungry is slapping together some POS that'll scratch an itch people are looking for, but won't actually get to the root of anything, because then they wouldn't need to come back for book #2 or #3. I'm sure there are great ones out there that are a "one and done" type of thing, but I have better things to do than dig through the sludge to find the diamond. Plus I don't need any help because I'M FINE. I'M A FUCKING HERO!
So, that being said, I picked up this book because in general horror is a genre I love, though horror literature can be tough in quality and/or gore, but this sounded incredibly intriguing. Would the author truly capture that narcissistic god complex and delusions of grandeur that would be needed to be convincing for their character? Would they be convincing in their prose or would this come across as someone acting in a bad way? For those of us that are intrigued by serial killers would this person exhibit a convincing set of qualities or would then not hold up to scrutiny under light?
It feels like a lot of work went into this text. It would be easy to have made this a short essay that was more of a manifesto around weak people and what they need to be strong, but this has stories, thought exercises & surveys to take part in along the way and the intensity grows over time as the author is obviously getting frustrated that it's taken so much effort to groom another student. If at this point they aren't convinced they should just kill themselves.
In the end the author really captures his character well and builds to a great crescendo. This book is probably not good for anyone that has been sexually or physically assaulted and suffers from trailing issues caused from that, but if you are interested in psychopaths and the thought processes of power and control they have then this surely is for you.
I would say its content and flow separately probably elicit a 4/5 but the execution and originality of this is what pulls it up to an absolute favorite of mine and gets 5 stars. Well done you pretty hateful dude.
June 15, 2020
The best “self help book” I’ve ever read
Let’s start with the warning. This book is ... sick. Absent it’s purpose it is utterly evil. And we should throw in a PTSD warning for those who struggle with abduction or death(s).
You have to read it - start to finish - to recognize its genius. A psychopath is going to take you apart, bit by bit. No more - or I’ll spoil it.
The omnipotent voice is that of a madman - who can justify his horrors using the trite phrases of the “Self Help” movement. And as he is torturing you he won’t stop talking about his superiority, and how you could be just like him, if you simply picked up the mantras of the movement. And then he explains the movement. And I can’t argue with his conclusions.
Let’s start with the warning. This book is ... sick. Absent it’s purpose it is utterly evil. And we should throw in a PTSD warning for those who struggle with abduction or death(s).
You have to read it - start to finish - to recognize its genius. A psychopath is going to take you apart, bit by bit. No more - or I’ll spoil it.
The omnipotent voice is that of a madman - who can justify his horrors using the trite phrases of the “Self Help” movement. And as he is torturing you he won’t stop talking about his superiority, and how you could be just like him, if you simply picked up the mantras of the movement. And then he explains the movement. And I can’t argue with his conclusions.
August 7, 2020
This is the best self-help book ever! I've never actually read another self-help book, but this one was awesome.
Dr. Jason takes the reader through the five senses and what you can do with them to help yourself become a better person. Along the way there are exercises, surveys, and his personal testimony. I don't want to give too much away so I won't go into detail.
This is a deliciously dark book with plenty of dark humor and brutality. It's refreshing to see a new horror trope here and I really enjoyed the journey through the five senses. The book actually did make me think about some things in my own life whether or not that was the author's true intention. If you like unique horror novellas, I definitely recommend this one!
Dr. Jason takes the reader through the five senses and what you can do with them to help yourself become a better person. Along the way there are exercises, surveys, and his personal testimony. I don't want to give too much away so I won't go into detail.
This is a deliciously dark book with plenty of dark humor and brutality. It's refreshing to see a new horror trope here and I really enjoyed the journey through the five senses. The book actually did make me think about some things in my own life whether or not that was the author's true intention. If you like unique horror novellas, I definitely recommend this one!
September 17, 2022
Well, that was unusual. It didn't really go anywhere and the narrator wasn't really consistent. It felt like they'd cobbled together all the things they had read about serial killers and their psychology and put it together but without any real reason. I guess the narrator had some kind of God complex and there was a vague attempt at the end to explain why he was the way he was...but it was quite weak.
August 25, 2022
I'd have rated this a lot higher if it wasn't for all the ableist speech. There no good excuse to use the r word anymore
July 16, 2020
Fascinating. Well written and constructed, but the real takeaway is that this book is severely f*^!ed up in the best way possible. While I didn't cut off my nose, or fingers, or discover a deep-seated desire to start slaughtering folks, I did gain a ton of new insight into the way a serial killer's mind works, their motivations, and overall psychology. Highly recommend especially if you love a good creepy ending that will leave you a little shook.
August 24, 2020
Full review to come soon!
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May 9, 2021Fun book...would make a great Secret Santa gift for a coworker.
September 25, 2019
This book is well written, exhibits good flow and will definitely disturb you. The only way I could comfortably read this was by treating Jason (protagonist/antagonist) as a case study (see what I did there? Distancing). My occasional bout of dark humor also helped.
Jason is a mix between the hedonistic and the power/control motivated serial killer. Initially he is aloof, unemotional, flippant and callous but as you delve beneath the surface, you see some interesting things.
The protagonist is not quite the perfect 'psychopath' he would like you to think that he is. One gets the sense that he was made this way and was not born this way. He has some emotional range, exhibits very rudimentary guilt and oscillates between idealizing and denigrating his 'love objects' (his victims, and this includes you, dear reader).
We don't know much about Jason's beginnings but we do know that by the age of 6 years he has been regularly sexually assaulted. At this time, he develops a morbid fascination with dying/decaying animals which eventually graduates to humans. By killing his victims, he destroys his own victimhood, identifies with it and then consumes it.
Confluent fantasies about sexuality, sensory experience and justification for his deeds are the name of the game. He also has some strange ideas of reference regarding his own omnipotence and has become more organized as he escalates (as I said before, I treated him as a case study).
Trust me, you would not want Jason as your next door neighbor. This book is not for the emotionally fragile but you should definitely read it if you have a thick skin and are interested in severe psychopathology.
Jason is a mix between the hedonistic and the power/control motivated serial killer. Initially he is aloof, unemotional, flippant and callous but as you delve beneath the surface, you see some interesting things.
The protagonist is not quite the perfect 'psychopath' he would like you to think that he is. One gets the sense that he was made this way and was not born this way. He has some emotional range, exhibits very rudimentary guilt and oscillates between idealizing and denigrating his 'love objects' (his victims, and this includes you, dear reader).
We don't know much about Jason's beginnings but we do know that by the age of 6 years he has been regularly sexually assaulted. At this time, he develops a morbid fascination with dying/decaying animals which eventually graduates to humans. By killing his victims, he destroys his own victimhood, identifies with it and then consumes it.
Confluent fantasies about sexuality, sensory experience and justification for his deeds are the name of the game. He also has some strange ideas of reference regarding his own omnipotence and has become more organized as he escalates (as I said before, I treated him as a case study).
Trust me, you would not want Jason as your next door neighbor. This book is not for the emotionally fragile but you should definitely read it if you have a thick skin and are interested in severe psychopathology.
September 26, 2022
SEPERATING YOU: A SELF-HELP BOOK FOR THE LOST, LONELY AND PSYCHOTICALLY OBSESSED - 2/5
By Jason Carson
I found this book really difficult to read, not because of the content or writing style, but because I felt like nothing happened.
I just feel like this could have been so much better - the editing and layout was really off putting and I just didn't understand the point of the poorly formatted questionnaires.
I went into this with high expectations, and I wish I hadn't.
By Jason Carson
I found this book really difficult to read, not because of the content or writing style, but because I felt like nothing happened.
I just feel like this could have been so much better - the editing and layout was really off putting and I just didn't understand the point of the poorly formatted questionnaires.
I went into this with high expectations, and I wish I hadn't.
September 5, 2023
eh
This book is a sad artifact of when someone thinks they are being edgy but in all reality they just need to sort things out in their life
This book is a sad artifact of when someone thinks they are being edgy but in all reality they just need to sort things out in their life
October 31, 2023
Not for me. DNF. 50%.
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