In this generation-defining self-help guide; a superstar blogger shows us that the key to being stronger; happier people is to handle adversity better and stop trying to be "positive" all the time.For the past few years; Mark Manson--via his wildly popular blog--has been working on correcting our delusional expectations for ourselves and for the world. He now brings his hard-fought wisdom to this groundbreaking book. Manson makes the argument that human beings are flawed and limited. As he writes; "not everybody can be extraordinary--there are winners and losers in society; and some of it is not fair or your fault." Manson advises us to get to know our limitations and accept them--this; he says; is the real source of empowerment. Once we embrace our fears; faults; and uncertainties--once we stop running from and avoiding; and start confronting painful truths--we can begin to find the courage and confidence we desperately seek."In life; we have a limited amount of fucks to give. So you must choose your fucks wisely." Manson brings a much-needed grab-you-by-the-shoulders-and-look-you-in-the-eyes moment of real-talk; filled with entertaining stories and profane; ruthless humor. This manifesto is a refreshing slap in the face for all of us; so that we can start to lead more contented; grounded lives.