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From The Angry Therapist blog founder and podcast host John Kim comes a guide for men looking to find more happiness in their relationships and more purpose in their life.

The Angry Therapist, who has helped thousands of men find more happiness in their relationships and more purpose in their lives, shares his insights with everyone in this powerful guide—covering essential topics, from vulnerability and posturing to workouts and women.

In I Used to Be a Miserable F*ck, Kim delivers the dos and don’ts for stepping up and into manhood, which he defines by transparency and strength of character, not six-pack abs or a corner office. With his signature no-nonsense approach that will make you laugh and think, Kim takes you on a rugged, rough and tumble road trip of self-exploration and discovery, sharing his wisdom and insights, such as why:

Being nice is for boys, and being kind is for men
Scheduling man dates could make you a better friend, lover, and human being
Peeing in the shower is a sign of a larger problem
Arguing, judging, and answering, “I dunno” are keeping you from a healthy relationship, a great career, and a happy life

We are not born men. We are born boys. The transition from misery to meaning is an internal process that requires work: reflection, pain, courage, and sometimes, a rebirth. Kim knows because he’s been there. The truth is, men weren’t meant to just pay bills and die. With this book as your guide, you will love hard, walk tall, and find a life filled with purpose and passion.

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	I Used to be a Miserable F*ck	Single on Purpose	It’s Not Me, It’s You
	When you’re at the tipping point of realizing you’re not happy and something needs to change.	When the most important relationship to define is the one with yourself.	When you’ve done the work on yourself and you’re ready to relationship better.

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“Entertaining and helpful memoir-cum-guide for living…. Kim’s blunt tone and easy-to-follow tips will appeal to any man looking for self-improvement.” — Publisher’s Weekly

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John Kim LMFT (The Angry Therapist) pioneered the online life coaching movement seven years ago, after going through a divorce which led to his total re-birth. He quickly built a devoted following of fans who loved the frank and authentic insights that he freely shared on social media. He pulled the curtain back and showed himself by practicing transparency and sharing his story something therapists are taught not to do. Kim became known as an unconventional therapist who worked out of the box by seeing clients at coffee shops, on hikes, in a CrossFit box. He built a coaching team of his own and launched a sister company called JRNI, creating a new way to help people help people and change the way we change. He lives in Los Angeles.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ HarperOne; 1st Edition (January 29, 2019)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 240 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0062856340
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0062856340
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.42 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 0.85 x 8.25 inches

Best Sellers Rank: #124,022 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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- #1,679 in Happiness Self-Help
- #3,426 in Motivational Self-Help (Books)

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Chad lee

Great book for men and women

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on December 1, 2022

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He has an awesome energy and I like his practical tips and teachings .I think he has made my life better thanks to his amazing and eye opening content

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Jack the Lawyer

Helpful advice on manning up.

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on January 20, 2022

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Overall, pretty good stuff. I was happy to find I had already adopted some of the principles within. Some parts are written so that you’ll feel bad about yourself, which I didn’t like. However, good advice on being a kind, giving, responsible man in today’s world.

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Milton Higgins

Man up, with your heart

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on July 5, 2019

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John Kim is the vulnerable voice that all men search a lifetime to hear. As men, we're taught by a broken system of non self compassion. We're taught that feelings are for women and the weak, Love is a word, a bandage, we men put on, not to help, but to hide our own pain. Thank you John for your Honest, straight forward, non judgemental words. We as men, are all guilty of throwing away the directions, because we always know how to do it without asking for help. Thank God or any higher power you believe in, John didn't throw away these directions . Please, do yourself the kindest favor you'll ever do for yourself. Buy, read, comprehend, and become a better, more authentic, and ultimately, a real MAN!
Thank you, Namaste, and Gomabseubnida!

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Eric H.

Easy, straight to the point reading

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on March 26, 2021

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Not sure if it's the point in my life, where I am in life, or the current relationship I am in now that made me find self help but I am realizing I am not the only one going through these struggles. This book had a lot of good points that I could hopefully remember and apply it to my life.

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on September 3, 2021

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Very practically written and helpful.

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Sarah Wiseman

Fast, Funny, Insightful

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on March 19, 2019

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I follow John Kim (Instagram, podcast, blogs etc). He has a really great voice and solid insights into lots of different topics including this one which I would categorize as being a better man. Of course, as a woman I don't need to know how to be a better man so much as I was curious on this man's take on what being a man was really all about. It was illuminating and amusing. If you've read any Brene Brown about shame and masculinity and how that manifests itself, this is a great complimentary read. Buy it, you'll like it.

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rodney

very good book

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on November 25, 2021

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when i first bought it ,i didn't thing it would be that good, but it is

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Matthew C

A book for boys that are grumpy.

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on October 2, 2021

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Face value this book is kinda lame for me. It’s made more for boys without kids. That being said there is some good stuff to absorb

The author should go into more detail on subjects described. His “manly” views make more sense if a woman explains it after you get confused.

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J. Bourne

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Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on March 27, 2022

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While there were some good points in the book on communication, being happy vs being right (ie listening to the other and not needing to prove them wrong, just live with it) and great points on focus, goals and not going with the crowd…

There was a lot of repetition from every other book I’ve read.
That I can live with

But a whole chapter telling readers not to eat with their mouth open??
I’m not sure animals who don’t know this already will be able to read so surely not worth putting in the book…

This was just the worst example of some highly condescending advice, that as you can tell really offended me…

Rasa

A MUST read for any person!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on April 4, 2019

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Been listening to John Kim’s podcasts for about a year and a half now and was really looking forward to this book coming out. And now that it is - it’s even better than I expected it to be. Really easy to read and although it is directed at men it is actually relevant to everyone, regardless of their gender. One of my friends reading my copy now and I bought another copy a couple of days ago to be sent to one of my good friends as a present..and I know he will enjoy it as much as I did. Highly recommend. John Kim, thank you!

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Redefinition, revelation, real!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on March 20, 2019

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Introduced to John Kim through his 'The Angry Therapist' podcasts that do exactly what they aim to - create dialogue. It's obvious that John Kim has worked hard to become the man he is today and he shares freely the lessons he believes will allow others to become the best version of themselves. John Kim presents himself with transparency and humour, allowing us to remember our human failings as we work towards improvement. I find myself paying his blended knowledge and wisdom forward in everyday scenarios, and he continues to encourage and inspire me (if only on the page or in the ear) to keep leaning into the resistance on a daily basis. Highly recommend the podcasts, following him on Instagram or reading the book.

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Hard truth

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on June 14, 2019

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Whilst going through a hard time and trying to find myself this gave clarity on the type of man you need to be to live and good fulfilled life. Great read and some great goals to hit

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Spanner

I wasn't a miserable F until I received this book.

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on April 2, 2019

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I bought this book on recommendation. It is utter tripe, another 'self help; book that you will read and instantly forget.

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