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You Are a Badass

How To Stop Doubting Your Greatness and Start Living an Awesome Life

Jen Sincero

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You Are a Badass
Overcoming the Subconscious+
Self-Love & Authenticity+
Energy & The Universe+
Mindset Shifts+
The Power of Thought+
Taking Action+
Persistence & Environment+

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Question 1 of 8
According to the text, what does the term 'Big Snooze' refer to?
  • A. A physical state of exhaustion caused by overworking in a dead-end job.
  • B. The negative, subconscious beliefs based on fear that keep you trapped.
  • C. The tendency to procrastinate on important life goals.
  • D. A meditation technique used to tap into Source Energy.
Question 2 of 8
What is the author's primary advice regarding comparing yourself to others?
  • A. You should only compare yourself to successful role models to find inspiration.
  • B. You should compare your current self to your past self to measure personal growth.
  • C. You should use comparison as a tool to identify your weaknesses and improve them.
  • D. You should stop comparing yourself to others completely, as it is disastrous to your unique path.
Question 3 of 8
How does the concept of 'Source Energy' relate to achieving what you want in life?
  • A. By lowering your energy frequency, you can ground yourself and attract realistic goals.
  • B. Source energy dictates that opposites attract, so you must seek out challenges that contradict your fears.
  • C. Things that vibrate at the same frequency attract one another, so you must raise your frequency to attract positive things.
  • D. Source Energy is a finite resource that must be conserved through strict daily routines and budgeting.
Question 4 of 8
According to the text, what is the primary benefit of developing a daily meditation practice?
  • A. It allows you to visualize your future goals with greater specificity.
  • B. It helps you declutter your brain from unimportant thoughts and allows Source Energy to flow through you.
  • C. It forces you to confront and analyze your deepest subconscious fears.
  • D. It provides a structured time to practice daily affirmations and mantras.
Question 5 of 8
Why does the author recommend approaching challenging tasks as a 'complete beginner' rather than an 'expert' or 'champion'?
  • A. Because experts often charge too much money for their services.
  • B. Because beginners are more likely to receive help and sympathy from others.
  • C. Because viewing yourself as a champion makes every failure feel like a blow to your self-esteem.
  • D. Because beginners naturally possess a higher frequency of Source Energy than experts.
Question 6 of 8
What strategy does the author suggest for overcoming negative thoughts when trying to become the person you want to be?
  • A. Focus exclusively on the 'how' of the process before defining the 'what.'
  • B. Act as if the thing you want is already a reality, effectively 'faking it 'til you make it.'
  • C. Write down every negative thought in a journal and analyze its root cause.
  • D. Wait until you feel completely confident before taking any public action toward your goal.
Question 7 of 8
According to the text, what is a common, underlying reason why people hesitate to take action toward their dreams?
  • A. They are afraid that achieving their goal will turn them into a type of person they dislike.
  • B. They lack the financial resources to make a meaningful start.
  • C. They have not spent enough time meditating on Source Energy.
  • D. They are waiting for approval from their friends and family.
Question 8 of 8
What should you do if your habits, surroundings, or circle of friends make it harder to achieve your goals?
  • A. Accept that failure is a fact of life and adjust your goals to be more realistic.
  • B. Make thoughtful changes to create a new environment and lifestyle centered around your life purpose.
  • C. Forgive them for their lack of support and continue on your current path without changing your routine.
  • D. Stop spending money on your goals until your friends approve of your new direction.

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You Are a Badass Summary & Overview

You Are a Badass (2013) is your guide to living life to the fullest. Sincero provides an analysis of exactly what’s holding you back and provides powerful strategies geared toward breaking bad habits so that you can truly live out your dreams.

Become the badass you always wanted to be.

Who Should Listen to You Are a Badass?

  • People stuck in jobs that they hate
  • Readers looking for new strategies to tackle self-doubt
  • Anyone seeking motivation to make a serious life change

About the Author: Jen Sincero

Jen Sincero is a life coach and best-selling author. In addition to sharing her insights on sex, relationships, careers and motivation as a public speaker, she is also the author of The Straight Girl’s Guide to Sleeping with Chicks and You Are a Badass at Making Money.

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