Stop Doing That Sh*t: End Self-Sabotage and Demand Your Life Back

If you're going to dive into this, do yourself a favor and get the audiobook because hearing Gary John Bishop’s Scottish accent adds a layer of grit you just don't get from the page. This isn't your typical light and fluffy self-help fluff; it’s a blunt, sweary, and incredibly direct wake-up call that forces you to stare your own uncomfortable truths right in the face. To be fair, his approach is polarizing, but his passion for changing people's mentality shines through every single chapter. I found myself marking up my hardcopy like crazy because the takeaways on self-sabotage were just that relevant to my current situation. While it might feel like a 'smarten up buttercup' rant at times, that is exactly the kind of kick in the head I needed to stop dragging my past around. It is authentic, entertaining, and life-changing if you are actually willing to do the work instead of just reading about it.

Finally got around to reading this and I definitely felt like I got a proverbial kick in the head in the best way possible. In my experience, most self-help books try to coddle the reader, but Bishop tells you to stop dragging the past around and just get on with it. The chapter on staring your own truths in the face was particularly eye-opening for me. I’ve read a lot of these types of books, yet the way he frames our internal 'machinery' felt fresh and actionable. This isn't just about positive thinking; it's about recognizing the garbage behaviors we've normalized and deciding to end them. It’s a short, cut-to-the-chase kind of book that doesn't waste time with flowery language or useless anecdotes. If you’re ready to change your life and don’t mind a little Scottish ranting along the way, this is absolutely the book for you.

Stop looking for easy answers and just read this if you’re actually ready to change your mentality because Gary John Bishop doesn't offer any shortcuts. This is an incredible follow-up that dives deeper into the 'why' behind our actions, providing a delightful and straightforward way to look at your life differently. I’m addicted to this series now because it’s not light or fluffy; it’s a direct confrontation with the parts of yourself you’d rather ignore. The audiobook is a masterpiece of narration, and the humor kept me engaged even when the truths he was hitting were starting to hurt. It hit the mark for me perfectly, offering a new perspective on happiness and personal fulfillment that I hadn't considered before. This isn't just a book you read; it’s a book you experience and then apply immediately to your own life. Absolutely brilliant and highly recommended for anyone who is sick of their own excuses.

Gary John Bishop has a way of cutting through the nonsense that most gurus try to sell you with a straightforward and bluntly honest perspective. Look, this book isn't offering some mind-blowing secret that has never been written before, but the delivery is what makes it stand out from the pack. It’s an easy read that focuses heavily on why we aren't happy and how we perpetuate our own cycles of failure. I appreciated the humor he injected into the heavier topics, making the bitter pill of self-reflection much easier to swallow. While some parts felt a little stretched out, the core message about taking personal responsibility for your dream life is powerful. It’s a great introduction to self-discovery for anyone who is tired of the sugar-coated approach found in mainstream titles. Definitely worth a read if you need a punchy reminder to get out of your own way.

As someone who has read a lot of self-discovery books, I found this to be a refreshing, blunt take on why we sabotage ourselves so consistently. Truth is, we often know what we need to do, but we just don't do it, and Bishop calls us out on that specific bullshit. The writing style is aggressive and to the point, which might turn some people off, but I found it quite authentic and entertaining. It isn't a long read, but the impact stays with you as you start to notice your own patterns in real-time. I did feel that a few sections were a bit redundant, repeating the same concepts in different words to fill out the page count. However, the core message about refusing to be a victim of your own history is something I think everyone needs to hear. It’s a solid addition to the series that keeps the momentum going.

Is it helpful? Yes, but it's also incredibly repetitive and feels like a long-winded version of his previous work. Gotta say, I enjoyed the first book because it was honest and simple, but this one felt like it was trying too hard to be 'deep' and ended up being a bit too complicated for its own good. Self-development doesn't mean you have to transform into Jeff Bezos overnight, and sometimes the author's tone suggests that anything less than total life overhaul is a failure. There are some great takeaways buried in here, particularly about how we hold ourselves back, but you have to wade through a lot of swearing and 'tough love' posturing to find them. It’s not a bad book by any means, but it didn't hit the mark for me the way I hoped it would after all the hype. It’s decent for a one-time read, but I probably won’t be revisiting it.

The swearing is a bit much at times, even for someone who isn't easily offended, as it starts to feel like a gimmick after a while. Not gonna lie, I was hoping for more practical steps once the author finished deconstructing our psychological barriers and self-defeating habits. The book is definitely easy to read and has some moments of genuine humor, but it feels like it lacks the 'what now' factor that would make it truly transformative. I think everyone could take away at least one or two nuggets of wisdom, but don't expect a complete life-changing revelation on every page. It’s a nice, sweary reminder to get over yourself, though I found the second half to be much weaker than the first. For fans of his style, it’s a must-read, but for those seeking a structured guide, it might feel a bit hollow. It sits somewhere between a motivational speech and a therapy session.

The first half of the book really hooked me, but then it felt like it went a bit too far ahead into complicated theories that didn't feel as grounded as his first book. To be frank, the advice is good, but it’s nothing absolutely mind-blowing if you’ve already spent any significant time in the self-help genre. I appreciated the lack of sugar coating and the directness of the advice, though I wish there were more concrete examples of how to apply these 'truths' to daily life. It’s a quick read, which is a plus, and Gary’s passion is evident on every page. However, it often feels like he’s just shouting the same three things over and over again in different ways. It’s a decent 'smarten up' book for a weekend, but it didn't leave the lasting impression on me that I was expecting. A bit of a mixed bag overall.

Maybe I expected too much after his first book, but this one felt like a lot of circular logic that never quite landed on a solid solution. Frankly, the 227 pages could have been condensed to about 27 without losing any of the actual substance or advice. I kept waiting for a clear 'how-to' after he finished shouting about our issues, but the point never arrived, leaving me feeling like I wasted both time and money. It lacks the Jen Sincero-esque humor and storytelling that makes other self-help books engaging. Instead of feeling inspired, I just felt lectured by someone who thinks swearing every three words makes a point more profound than it actually is. If you want a book that provides a roadmap for change, look elsewhere because this is mostly just repetitive filler that goes nowhere fast.

Not what I expected based on the reviews that claimed this was a life-changing masterpiece of modern self-help. Personally, I felt like he didn't really say anything new or profound, and the 'tough love' act started to wear thin about halfway through the book. The Scottish accent and the swearing might make for a fun audiobook experience, but the actual content is quite thin and lacks any real depth or scientific backing. It felt like a collection of blog posts stitched together rather than a cohesive guide to stopping your self-destructive behaviors. There are no easy answers here, which I respect, but there aren't many difficult answers either—just a lot of telling the reader they are the problem. I’m disappointed because I really wanted to like this, but it felt more like a waste of money than a helpful resource. It’s definitely not for everyone, especially those who want substance over style.