Don't Believe Everything You Think (Expanded Edition): Why Your Thinking Is The Beginning & End Of Suffering (Books By Joseph Nguyen)

I just finished this book. Let me tell you something. I loved it. I absolutely did. I’m an over thinker and I overthink everything in my life. Over think everything negative and tend to forget about the positives, I’ll admit that. This book challenged me in ways I’ve never been done before. I hated the way it seemed like the author was coming for me in the way he would talk about certain tendencies. Although it’s obviously not his intention do to so, it got me. I began looking at life extremely differently because of this book. The overall book is telling you that YOU are in control of your emotions, mind, and body, not the other way around. When I realized this (all because of a book mind you lol.) I took my power back. Yes, the book may not be life changing to others but it was to me. Some say it’s repetitive but I disagree. I think he gives good examples to those who may not be aware of their own tendencies making them slowly more aware of them. It’s a good book for a young teenager or a young adult like me who feels like they don’t have anything figured out. It’s important to share emotions and stay emotional in a world full of dullness and angry people. Stay vulnerable (in a good way) and stay chalant.Thank you author for this book. Especially the last page. Stay full of love and curiosity. 🥰

What sometimes seems like common sense is explained in a way that alleviates negativity in “real life”. Lessons are offered to assist with retraining our way of thinking so that joy is emphasized over fear and doubt. A great book to remind us of the power we have to overcome and take back control of our mind. Definitely recommend.

Life-Changing Perspective ShiftDon't Believe Everything You Think is a beautifully simple yet deeply profound book that challenges the way we relate to our thoughts, emotions, and sense of self. Joseph Nguyen offers a compassionate and eye-opening guide to inner peace, rooted in mindfulness and the understanding that we are not our thoughts—we are the awareness behind them.What stood out most to me was how accessible this book is. It's not weighed down by jargon or complex philosophy. Instead, it's filled with clarity, kindness, and actionable insights. Nguyen gently guides you to recognize that so much of our suffering comes from believing untrue thoughts, and that true freedom lies in letting go and being present.Whether you're struggling with anxiety, self-doubt, or just feel stuck in overthinking, this book provides a refreshing new way to experience life with more ease and self-acceptance. I found myself feeling lighter with each chapter, and I’ve already recommended it to several friends.A must-read for anyone ready to reconnect with themselves and discover a quieter, truer way to live.

A quick read. A simple, but powerful, idea to fight against overthinking and anxiety. If you’re seeking guidance on ways to get out of your own way/mind, I definitely recommend reading this book. As someone who has struggled with overthinking and diagnosed anxiety for YEARS AND YEARS, it’s a seemingly simple concept, with true, imaginable, guidance.Is it the big fix? Meh. It’s a simple explanation, with tons of easy explainable and applicable ways to manage this in the day-to-day.I’m hopeful this can truly help me better manage my thinking, to live a healthier and happier life.

Concise and insightful! Joseph gives great advice for handling our inner turmoil and it’s a lot simpler than we think.

I have read several spiritual and self help books and they have great concepts but this book cuts through all the talk and gets right to the root of our problems and explains quite simply how to move beyond them. It has made all the other book concepts much easier to put into practice. I am very satisfied and grateful for the explanations and practice on how to improve my emotional and mental well being. Many other concepts put the carriage in front of the horse but this explains it short and simple.

I'm a constant thinker and storyteller on things that never happen. Not always negative thinking but thinking takes up so much time, this book helps me be free.

This book delivers its message in a clear, straightforward way and may appeal to readers looking for a quick, calming perspective on overthinking. However, the central idea, that peace comes from not engaging with thoughts, felt too simplistic for me. I would have preferred more nuance, evidence, and practical strategies for applying the concepts in real life.Some sections felt repetitive, and the approach seemed one-size-fits-all rather than adaptable to different personalities and situations.What concerns me most is the risk of taking this mindset too literally. Completely disengaging from your thoughts can lead to passivity, reduced critical thinking, and increased vulnerability to manipulation. While moments of mental quiet can be valuable, I believe it’s far healthier to question and examine your thoughts rather than silence them entirely.While it’s easy to finish in one sitting, it left me wanting more depth, balance, and caution in its advice.