Out BS!: Overcoming and Understanding Today’s BullSh!t

Due to a snafu by the publisher we had to re-publish OUT BS! complete with new ISBN etc, which means the reviews do not carry over, which is why I am reposting them here.

First an incredible review by Manual Antao. I did not know Manuel at the time I sent the recommendation I'd sent to all my Goodreads friends, but as a result of the review we got to know each other, and have excellent interactions. Manuel wrote and extensive review, which makes my heart swell even now, so it's worth clicking the link for:

Manuel Antão rated it - it was amazing
Shelves: 2018, favorites

If you're into stuff like this, you can read the full review. https://manuelaantao.blogspot.com/2018/10/bulkshit-out-bs-overcoming-and.html

Bulkshit: “Out BS!: Overcoming and Understanding Today's BullSh!t” by Elevia DeNobelia/Syl Sabastian

Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book from one of the authors in exchange for my honest review. All opinions expressed are my own, and no monetary compensation was received for this review.

“Our most earnest intent with this book, is to make sure you, our reader, you personally, don't suffer needlessly, as a result of a bullshitter or a bullshit-manipulator-narcissist [BMN] in your personal life. We dearly wish you find some assistance here when it comes to empowering yourself to recognise and deal with bullshit. We see the resolution to the problems of the world, starting with you, the individual, at that personal and local level. If we each, in our small way. Develop that discernment which leads to the awareness and understanding of bullshit, we prevent this corruption on the world from spreading and growing, weeding it out at the source, and improving the lives of good persons like yourself in the process.”

In “Out BS!: Overcoming and Understanding Today's BullSh!t” by Elevia DeNobelia/Syl Sabastian

Our system is broken.

Lying has a long history and examples of this are endless, but what stands out to me in DeNobelia's and Sabastian's book is the implicit Orwell's warning: “The moral to be drawn from this dangerous nightmare situation is a simple one: don't let it happen,”... “It depends on you.” The pernicious influence of lies upon world history and contemporary cultures is immense and it is my suspicion significant lies are a crucial component in most of the world's preventable suffering. It is no small matter. Ultimately it is up to us to care about lies, especially from those who are paid to inform and represent us, but also in critical person to person communication. We as individuals and as a culture might find our lives much improved if we rejected demonstrable lies and liars, and rewarded those who tell the truth. Especially difficult truths. Our future depends on it.

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Next come the reviews from Amazon:

O. Korringa
5.0 out of 5 stars - 5.1 Insightful and helps expand our Viewpoint.
October 27, 2018
Format: Kindle EditionVerified Purchase
Written by people who care about us.

Peter Joshua
5.0 out of 5 stars - The Most Important Book of All Time. Not Hyperbole, Not Bullshite. Let Me Explain:
October 25, 2018
Format: Kindle Edition
It is safe to assert that politicians who are backed by the Democratic and Republican Party organizations must, as a primary qualification, be BMN's (Bullshit Manipulator Narcissists from your book). This leads to absurd situations like the Clinton vs. Trump election (an endless news cycle distraction to this day). Bullshit is an excellent catch-all term for Lying, Deception, Underhandedness, Disingenuousness, Dishonesty, Rationalization...basically anything suggesting a process of con artistry to gain unjust advantage over others. Hollywood glamorizes high stakes bullshitters in blockbuster movies (weren't Newman and Redford cute con artists). Mainstream media almost exclusively reports on BMN personalities, creating the impression (for the impressionable folks) that the tiny slice of our population who fall in the BMN category are the norm.

My point is that this book, “Out BS” is calling out the true cause of the world's greatest crimes today: The general approval and/or condonation of bullshit in the most critical matters of right and wrong today, including institutionalized mass extortion, theft, money counterfeiting, home invasions, property destruction, and murder. Bullshit makes such actions acceptable for the naive college law student, your goodly pastor, the cranky ol' guy at the bar blubbering over his beer, and even gram-gram. “I'm sure Obama has good reasons for making the difficult choice of launching a drone attack [at the wedding party, resulting in the shredding of several women and children's bodies along with the “suspect”]”. That is the impressive work of bullshit, and THIS BOOK OFFERS THE REMEDY. That makes this book one of the most important books of all time. Period. The interesting thing is...my comment is not an exaggeration.
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Pjf
4.0 out of 5 stars - Author has points to contemplate.
January 1, 2019
Format: Kindle Edition
I like the author has some valid points. I am giving 4 stars because he has some good things to say.

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A few notes on these. Olivia is a friend. Peter Joshua I don't know and am not even peripherally connected to as far as I know. Have tried to contact him to say thank you for the incredible review and connect more, but to no avail.

Pjf messaged me to say she would have left 5 stars, but objected to the spelling of realised, as opposed to realized. When I explained it was an international edition which uses that spelling, it didn't matter and she didn't update the review. But, makes me happy nonetheless, and reminds me how much reviewing is an art, and makes me appreciate reviewers who put their hearts and energies and deeper thoughts into their reviews. Thank you to all reviewers, your efforts are greatly Appreciated and provide an invaluable service.

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Reviews from other sources:

“LOVE IT! Awesome introduction. For years I've been saying, ‘It's too bad there isn't a course on common sense.' - As I was reading chapter 1 the primary thought that went through my head was, ‘Finally, a book that can teach common sense.' But what's very cool is that just from the introduction it's very clear as to why what many of us deem to be common sense does in fact elude so many others. Well done! I hope this gets into the hands of many, many people!!”
-Tanya Jones Thibodeau Owner of the Gateway Gazette, Entrepreneur, Author, Tech Teacher, Mom.

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“Bravo Syl. So true, bullshit is nothing but lies from those who have their own agenda. One can be easily fooled by a bullshit artist when they believe that everyone has some good in them. I suppose it's how I fell into my roomies trap of lies and bullshit. I want to believe everyone is a good person, but that simply is not so. I would love a copy of the book when it becomes available. Please let me know.️️️” - Mary Berman

(I read the 2nd chapter and it was a easy  read. It struck  home as regards to The Roomy. She really had everyone fooled by her lies. Amazing how when you distance yourself from a situation you can see it more clearly. - Mary)

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“Super Congratulations! I am so happy when I see someone accomplishing something full of purpose. Truly awesome.” - Junel Doxie

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“I'm very impressed! This might be one of the most important books this year, very very smart and I am so happy that you have let this book come out and help people wake up to the truth👍👍👍👐👐👐” - Aurora Annette Spuhler

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“Wow awesome girl! Good for you! 🙌 Now I know you were working on a book! 🙂” - Ingrid Orosa

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“Congratulations!!!!!...Amazing accomplishment finishing a book!! Don't know if you know but I'm an aspiring author too. I've been collecting a lot of info over the years so I'd be happy to share anything that could be of help to you. :) ” - Tammy Kelley

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“I do l love that it calls people on their shit and makes them ask the question: ‘What kind of bullshit am I spewing?'” - Syndael Winkler

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“Hello! I read your intro and ch 1. I really like the short and catchy titles that you've chosen in your content list. Very well written and so far I agree with all the contents! 🙂” - Josee Woodward

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“I Like that one can read it in any order.” - LiMo

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“Are you tired of dealing with mean people? Are you ready to unveil your truth? Are you prepared to stand up for yourself? Well here is a manual to help you to see the truth of the lies that so-called loved ones tell you. Here is a way to see beyond the bullshit... here is your key to freedom from such people in your life!” - Stephanie Knuuttila

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“It's a book about a nascent social movement, both political and personal. It provides an understanding of how the BMN ticks and how to avoid buying into bullshit oneself At no point does it encourage a victim mentality, though it takes pains to avoid victim-blaming” - AG

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“An in-depth insight to navigating the human condition. A highly recommended read for those stepping into the social avenue of adulthood or those recovering from a learning experience with another individual that would have been avoided in hindsight.” - Winter Amy

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“This work is innovative and very well thought out. I was surprised at how much detail and explanation was offered. This is great for those who want to expand their way of thinking around relationships and discernment.” Angela R.N.

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“Listened to your book chapters. I'm not a word person like you but what I can say is wow wow wow. I can't wait to get your book in print. I know many in my family who could greatly benefit from this. Gave me a whole wider perspective on my relationships.” - Bonni Kraus

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[On the Audio Book] - “I appreciate your spoken word so much, I'm not able to describe with such eloquence as those readers. I have appreciated your verbal presentation of facts, partnered with real-life experience, and conscious appreciation of the human condition, to give clarity where there was none. Your ability to describe life's truth with heart-felt passion always keeps me listening.” - Sherry Ticktin

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Rik Ty: (Goodreads Author)
I picked up a free copy of this the other day, and out of curiosity, I opened it and read the first few pages. I was happy to discover that the writing is streamlined and easy to comprehend. The book is also enhanced with ambitious cartoon/illustrations that give an additional way to consider the material. I will give the book a full read sometime in the future. (In the meantime, I will drop this reaction in some of the other posts I see featuring this book.)

In skimming the back of the book, I found this gem in Syl Sebastian's biography:
“...I feel I am traversing a circle back to my origin, except perhaps, now more aware of what I already knew.” - Rik Ty

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A powerful feedback comment (& convo) on our OUT BS! book we'd like to share:

Peter Wilson: It is safe to assert that politicians who are backed by the Democratic and Republican Party organizations must, as a primary qualification, be BMN's (Bullshit Manipulator Narcissists from your book). This leads to absurd situations like the Clinton vs. Trump election (an endless news cycle distraction to this day). Bullshit is an excellent catch-all term for Lying, Deception, Underhandedness, Disingenuousness, Dishonesty, Rationalization...basically anything suggesting a process of con artistry to gain unjust advantage over others. Hollywood glamorizes high stakes bullshitters in blockbuster movies (weren't Newman and Redford cute con artists). Mainstream media almost exclusively reports on BMN personalities, creating the impression (for the impressionable folks) that the tiny slice of our population who fall in the BMN category are the norm.

My point is that your book is calling out the true cause of the world's greatest crimes today: The general approval and/or condonation of bullshit in the most critical matters of right and wrong today, including institutionalized mass extortion, theft, money counterfeiting, home invasions, property destruction, and murder. Bullshit makes such actions acceptable for the naive college law student, your goodly pastor, the cranky ol' guy at the bar blubbering over his beer, and even gram-gram. “I'm sure Obama has good reasons for making the difficult choice of launching a drone attack [at the wedding party, resulting in the shredding of several women and children's bodies along with the “suspect”]”. That is the impressive work of bullshit, and YOUR BOOK OFFERS THE REMEDY. That makes your book one of the most important books of all time. Period. The interesting thing is...my comment is not an exaggeration.

Syl Sabastian: YES YES YES!!! Peter, just as you say. Bullshit is the core underlying infection. A cancer on society and us. Just so. It's a HUGE Issue and connects all the major problems facing us. We just have to look a little deeper and Bullshit is at the root.

AND....!!!

The real issue is the bullshit close to home, the bullshitters and BMNs we know, those we're in contact with. All those politicians, abusers etc., someone knew them in the beginning also, someone turned a blind eye, someone inadvertently condoned and thereby enabled them. They also then themselves becoming complicit.

A big big deal. Our acceptance and tolerance of Bullshit has to end! Otherwise we are doomed to be slaves of Bullshit.

Oh Peter, your comment is huge for us, it's so so what the book is about, and the massive importance we see to this issue. Please please post that as a review on Amazon, so others can connect to it also. :) <3 Thanks Thanks Peter. Much much Appreciated!

Peter Wilson: We are brothers in this cause.

Syl Sabastian: :) :D <3 (Y)

#OutBS #Bullshit #AntiBullshit #BullshitManipulatorNarcissist #BMN #PsychologicalAbuse #Lying #Deceit #Deception

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Thanks so so much again to all the reviewers. <3