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The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck" by Mark Manson

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The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck" by Mark Manson
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"The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck" by Mark Manson is a book that's not for the faint of heart. If you can get past the profanity, however, you'll discover a wealth of wisdom and insight that rivals that of the great philosophers and thinkers of the past.


Manson's book challenges readers to rethink their values, beliefs, and priorities in life. He argues that by focusing on what truly matters and accepting the inevitability of suffering, we can lead happier, more fulfilling lives. Through a mix of personal anecdotes and philosophical insights, Manson provides practical advice for living a life of purpose and meaning.


Here are some of the most powerful quotes from the book:


"If you find yourself consistently giving too many fucks about trivial shit that bothers you... chances are you don’t have much going on in your life to give a legitimate fuck about."


"Life itself is a form of suffering. The rich suffer because of their riches. The poor suffer because of their poverty. People without a family suffer because they have no family. People with a family suffer because of their family."


"We suffer for the simple reason that suffering is biologically useful. It is nature’s preferred agent for inspiring change."


"The ticket to emotional health, like that to physical health, comes from eating your veggies—that is, accepting the bland and mundane truths of life.”


"If suffering is inevitable, if our problems in life are unavoidable, then the question we should be asking is not 'How do I stop suffering?' but 'Why am I suffering—for what purpose?'"


"If you want to change how you see your problems, you have to change what you value and/or how you measure failure/success."


"Personal growth can actually be quite scientific."


"The more we admit we do not know, the more opportunities we gain to learn."


"A lot of this fear of failure comes from having chosen shitty values."


"When our highest priority is to always make ourselves feel good, or to always make our partner feel good, then nobody ends up feeling good. And our relationship falls apart without our even knowing it."


Overall, "The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck" is a thought-provoking and empowering book that will challenge you to rethink your values and beliefs. It's a must-read for anyone looking to live a more purposeful and meaningful life.

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