Sh*t I Say to Myself by Katie Krimer Summary
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In "Sh*t I Say to Myself," psychotherapist Katie Krimer delivers a snarky yet hopeful guide to ghosting your negative thoughts. Using CBT and mindfulness techniques, this irreverent mental health handbook helps you transform toxic self-talk into confidence - one brutal inner monologue at a time.
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The Voice Inside Your Head That Shapes Everything
Ever caught yourself saying something so cruel to yourself that you'd never dare say it to another person? You're far from alone. For thousands of people, the harshest critic they'll ever face lives inside their own mind. This internal dialogue shapes everything-from how we see ourselves to the opportunities we pursue or avoid. The constant stream of thoughts flowing through our consciousness-upwards of 60,000 daily-creates the backdrop against which we live our lives. While some of these thoughts uplift and encourage us, many tear us down with remarkable precision, targeting our deepest insecurities with laser-like accuracy. What makes this pattern particularly troubling is how natural it feels-these thoughts seem less like choices and more like facts about who we truly are.
Why Our Brains Are Wired for Negativity
The Myth That You Can't Change
Curiosity: Your Mind's Most Powerful Tool
Questioning What You've Always Believed
Living in the Present Moment
Embracing Your Perfectly Imperfect Humanity
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From Columbia University alumni built in San Francisco
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
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"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
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