The motivation hoax

Feeling inadequate when faced with other people's proclamations of self made success, unrelenting 'positivity', motivational meme's telling us all we need is hope, prayer, the power of thought, cats......? I highly recommend this book. Puts success, positivity, motivational quotes into realistic perspective. Sadly, ironically, we live in a society that regards realism as negative where self esteem is attached to external validation and obsessive passion/addiction praised. In short; we are misled by people with unrealistic expectations, demands and overinflated self esteem and entitlement. Do yourself a favour, know the road to success whatever that means to you never has the same starting point for everyone and NOT requiring external bolstering is a requisite for healthy self esteem, satisfaction in oneself....basic needs met withstanding, naturally.

https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/36478531-the-motivation-hoax