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Superheroes don’t start from glorious beginnings. Their origins are almost always marked by traumatic events that leave them helpless and scared. Batman witnessed his parents’ murder. Superman was sent away from his dying planet with no one to guide him as he grew up. Orphaned Catwoman was forced to steal food to survive on the streets of Gotham.

What makes these superheroes super is their determination to not be defined by helplessness. They embrace their origins, their flaws, and their mistakes, and strive every day to become the best versions of themselves for the benefit of themselves and others.

Super You is a fun, friendly, and unabashedly geeky guide to becoming the superhero of your own extraordinary life. Author Emily Gordon examines comic book tropes to find lessons that anyone can apply toward overcoming tragic events and adversity in their own lives. With activities in every chapter to help identify each person’s superpowers, special tools, personal kryptonite and weapons against it Super You is the perfect sidekick for every growing hero, empowering everyday people to transform into the most kick-ass versions of themselves.

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"I have often imagined a life in which my only job is to do whatever Emily V. Gordon tells me. Super You answers all my prayers, making frustratingly abstract being-a-person problems totally manageable.”
—Tavi Gevinson, founder and editor-in-chief of Rookie magazine

"Super You isn’t a self-help book—it’s a manual for badassery. You may never fly or travel through time (drat!), but this book will help you develop your very own special set of super powers. Get ready to get awesome.”
—Aisha Tyler, actress, comedian, cohost of CBS’s The Talk, host of Whose Line is it Anyway?, and author of Self-Inflicted Wounds: Heartwarming Tales of Humiliation

"Emily’s drive and confident attitude make her a formidable foe for failure.” —ModCloth

"Super You is a hilarious and inspiring guide about finding, owning and having the courage to be the best you that you can be. You'll start this book as Clark Kent, and Emily will help you find your cape."
—Garfunkel and Oates

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Emily V. Gordon is a former couples and family therapist and current writer and producer. She has written for Rookie, Hello Giggles, the Huffington Post, and The Daily Beast. In addition, she hosts a podcast about video games and produces a weekly standup show called The Meltdown with Jonah and Kumail that is also a Comedy Central series. Emily lives in Los Angeles, CA.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Seal Press; Illustrated edition (September 29, 2015)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 320 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1580055753
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1580055758
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 13.6 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 0.8 x 9 inches

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Megan_01

The only self help book you will ever need or want

Reviewed in the United States on October 17, 2015

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I bought this book because I love Emily V. Gordon and all her works, but I did not realize how obsessed with this book I would be. Mine is covered in highlights and my own notes. I plan on giving it to my mother, sister, and best friend.

It is an excellent book that just focuses on how to give you the tools to live your life a little bit easier. After reading this, I have noticed my conflict skills have improved. I am more empathetic, which helps tremendously when I am surrounded by dumb college kids all day (including myself especially). Emily's goal for her reader is to be more self-aware and live with intention, which are two pieces of advice I had never heard of. It changed my life. I plan on reading it again before giving it to everyone. It is the kind of book you can read every five years and pick up something new. This book is the bible for how I live my life. It is so good. I would highly recommend it to anything that feels a little out of control or even if you think everything is fine. There is no way this book won't teach you at least one thing. I am a philosophy major, so I love opening my mind to different kinds of perspectives. This perspective on life seems to be the best I have found so far.

This book is a simple read, but I would not recommend reading it in one sitting because I don't want you to miss even one of the countless gems this book has. It should be digested slowly so that you can utilize as much as you possibly can from it. Emily is a smart, funny writer and I found myself plenty of times laughing out loud. I am not a super hero fan, but her analogies help me understand her concepts better, like the part where she compares the way we look at strengths and weaknesses to Super Man's. It is a book that everyone will like just because Emily is such a relatable and earnest writer that you can't help but want to be her best friend (Emily, if you're reading this hmu).

Get your copy as soon as possible!! There is no possible way you could regret it.

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Brian William Hilton

This a great book with awesome tools for self improvement.

Reviewed in the United States on March 19, 2022

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I'm a 24 y/o male and this book has helped me tremendously with getting myself organized. She does a great job of getting you to implement baby steps that help you towards whatever goals you have in your life. I think its very female oriented in the stories she tells and the majority of pronouns she uses, but it's still easy to access as a guy. Emily does an awesome of job of getting you to really think about yourself and what makes you happy vs what you think is supposed to make you happy. I've greatly improved my mental and physical health just in the few months of getting this book. Its a lot easier to keep track of your progress and hitting your goals when you've got it all written out in your notebook (there is a lot of writing things out), and she holds your hand step by step for getting it all down on paper.

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A wonderful book filled with humanity and empathy

Reviewed in the United States on September 30, 2015

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This book is an incredibly powerful read. Emily Gordon walks a fine line of personalizing the stories so they resonate, but always keeping the focus on the reader's process and the reader's reflection on the material. There's a healthy amount of individuality to her writing and absolutely no ego.

Self-Help books can be tough to read. They can be cloying or patronizing. The worst ones are both. What comes through from "Super You" is empathy and understanding. Emily Gordon's caring for her fellow humans is on every page. Her compassion is on every page. Her genuine wish for a world of wonderful and healthy people is on every page. Her main goal is to get her readers to live their lives with intention, to become the best versions of themselves through self-actualization, and claiming power over their lives, their experiences, and their view of themselves and the world they navigate.

"Super You" was written with staggering intention. Less than a week old, my copy already has tear stains on some of the pages that show just how deeply this book affected me. The plans and goals she lays out in "Super You" are attainable and able to be mastered, if you're willing to put in the work. The book is a wonderful tool, and a testament to the beauty of Emily Gordon's humanity.

Find this book. It meant the world to me, and I believe it will mean the same to you.

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Fantastic!

Reviewed in the United States on December 11, 2021

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Fun and light-hearted, yet thought provoking and helpful! I found this on Audible, loved it and have listened to it 2 times already (just to soak it in!). I just bought the paperback so I can keep my notes and thoughts on paper! Already marked up and highlighted multiple pages and I've only had the book in my hands for a week! This book is a high reccomend for me, a 49 year old Nana who is finally starting to slow down and breath, all while learning so much about myself... my 2 year old grandson has really made me think about "myself", and this book is an enjoyable way for me to start exploring... I love this book!

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Really Cool Book.

Reviewed in the United States on February 4, 2016

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I love this book. Its the first book I've finished in years from front to back.

There are a lot of self help books out there but this one connects with you and resonates. Its also very readable and entertaining. This book is empowering and makes you want to be present in your own life, live with purpose and be overall amazing.

PS: Emily I have a feeling your reading this review right now. So say Hi to Kumail and Bagel for me, make more Indoor Kids podcasts, and also heres a random story. I came out for sketchfest last year. I went to Kumail and Jonahs show. I was sitting in front of Zach Woods, I turned around and saw he had something on his face and kept trying to signal to him and he kept waving at me begrudgingly not realizing what was happening and probably thinks I was being creepy.

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LinoDanino

Das erste Selbsthilfe-Buch, das mir gefällt

Reviewed in Germany on November 4, 2019

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Ich habe das Buch gekauft, weil ich ein großer Superhelden-Fan bin und im therapeutischen Bereich tätig bin. Ich war sehr gespannt und äußerst positiv überrascht. Es gab viele tolle Tipps und Übungen, die ich sehr hilfreich und lebensnah fand. Die Autorin erzählt immer wieder aus ihrem eigenen Leben, aber nicht so, dass es überhand nimmt, sondern eher um Beispiele zu geben und auch sehr lustig und sympathisch geschrieben.
In vielen Selbsthilfe-Büchern liest man viel "Wäre es nicht schön, wenn sie das und das könnten, sich ihr Leben änder würde, usw.", ohne dass wirklich hilfreich beschrieben wird, wie das erreicht werden kann. Dieses Buch fand ich im Gegensatz dazu sehr praktisch umsetzbar.
Die Vergleiche mit dem Superhelden-Thema machen viele psychologische Konzepte leicht nachvollziehbar, verständlich und anschaulich und so ist vieles bei mir hängen geblieben und ich gucke immer mal wieder in das Buch um noch mal etwas nachzulesen.

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Sana A.

Perfect condition - great book.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 31, 2017

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I bought this for a friend's birthday as they love Emily Gordon - and they said it was amazing! I can't comment on the actual writing itself as it was a gift - but the book was great quality and glossy; perfect for a gift.

Roams

Definitely worth your time

Reviewed in Canada on October 26, 2015

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I highly recommend this great book. Emily V. Gordon is a wonderful human and deserves the time to read

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Reviewed in Germany on November 13, 2015

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Ein tolles Buch einer großartigen Frau. Mit sehr viel Humor und scharfsinn führt sich durch ihr großes Wissen aus der Psychologie und gibt praktische Tipps um sich zu reflektieren und sein verhalten zu ändern

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Five Stars

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 2, 2017

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