37 pages 1 hour read

Mark Manson

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

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2016

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Before You Read

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The Subtle Art of Not Giving a Fck by Mark Manson challenges conventional self-help advice by encouraging readers to focus on what truly matters and to accept inevitable life struggles. Through a blunt tone, personal anecdotes, and references to Stoic and Buddhist philosophies, Manson argues that embracing universal truths like death, suffering, and fallibility leads to genuine happiness. Discussion includes death and suffering.

Reviews & Readership

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Mark Manson's The Subtle Art of Not Giving a FCK garners praise for its straightforward approach and humor, resonating with readers seeking unconventional self-help advice. Critics note its candid, sometimes crude language may not appeal to everyone. Insightful yet polarizing, the book challenges traditional positivity, advocating for embracing life's challenges.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*CK?

Readers who appreciate blunt, counterintuitive wisdom and self-help with a dose of humor will enjoy The Subtle Art of Not Giving a FCK by Mark Manson. Fans of Sarah Knight’s The Life-Changing Magic of Not Giving a Fck or Jen Sincero’s You Are a Badass will find Manson’s approach refreshingly candid and thought-provoking.

RecommendedReading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre

Self Help

Humor

Psychology

Topics

Psychology

Philosophy

Business / Economics

Themes

Emotions/Behavior: Determination / Perseverance

Emotions/Behavior: Courage

Emotions/Behavior: Apathy