Questions About Everything Is F*cked: A Book About Hope

by Mark Manson (Goodreads Author)

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The opening line of this book absolutely confounds me. That he states we are "healthier, wealthier and freer" In the USA, we are sicker than ever. Healthcare is the worst it has been, an absolute disaster. People are afraid to go the hospital due the the many risks and poor treatment. People in chronic pain are being tortured. Wealthier? People work 2 jobs and still can't pay rent. What is he thinking?

Chris Barrett I haven't read the book yet (how are people reading it so early?) but, there are stats out there that tell the story of humans being much better off n…moreI haven't read the book yet (how are people reading it so early?) but, there are stats out there that tell the story of humans being much better off nowadays. I am sure there are ways to look at the data and skew it in the other direction. Also, your anecdotal evidence of some people working 2 jobs and not making rent doesn't tell the story of the bigger picture. I think, if you look globally and focus on the big picture, the claims are true. I found this article that supports Mark's claims, from a global perspective: https://www.forbes.com/sites/steveden...

I am sure there are tons of articles out there that are a valid counter-point to this one. But the point is, there is data to back up the claims. (less)

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When I read The subtle art... I was very disappointed because I had already read most of the book in the form of blog entries. Does this book have a substantial amount of new stuff or is it also just a compilation of his blog?

Ashutosh Singh Very different content and approach.
"The subtle art..." is more on an individual level, and it is best practiced as a daily guide for self-improvement…moreVery different content and approach.
"The subtle art..." is more on an individual level, and it is best practiced as a daily guide for self-improvement.
"Everything is f*cked" is a take on multiple ideologies, and the basically the idea that "living without emotion" is not only a wasted idea but probably impossible. I like it's angles on consumerism vs freedom, <spoiler> Newton's laws of emotions, and how science itself is just another type of faith.</spoiler>(less)

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Is there a source reference in this book?