Review: The life changing magic of not giving a fuck

Author: Sarah Knight

The second book in the not giving a fuck.  It appears you can come to a number of conclusions about “Not giving a f*ck”.  Knight appears to recommend narcissism and placing yourself at the centre of the Universe.  It might be describe as the psychopaths guide to being socially acceptable.  Her methods would lead to one becoming an “asshole”, the thing she repeatedly recommends you do not become.  Her writing style is sloppy and relies of writing “f*ck” and other expletives a lot, rather than thoughtful reasoning.  As I read it I came to believe the writer was drunk, bitter, and self obsessed, but trying to sound wise.  Her book was written from her context alone, which is great if you work in an office in New York and lead a socialite’s life.  Little effort was made to give the book a broader perspective.

However, it did give good examples of where in life you should “give a fuck” (basic rule of thumb – can I control this?).  If something  – I do not give a fuck.  I am not in control of this, and I am not responsible for this.  This is basic Stoicism and you time would be better spent reading a book on Stoic philosophy.

I suspect Knight knew she was writing a poor book of prose when she suggests three quarters of the way though the book that I must really hate my job (because I read her book)…  No – try I am Stoically trying always finishing what I start, so usually I choose my books more carefully.  I was duped into buying this book by the title, and I assure you I will not read anything written by Sarah Knight again.