In this bold, no-nonsense self-help guide, Patrick Ray cuts through the noise to show you how to stop obsessing over constant positivity and start living a real, fulfilling life. For years, we've been fed the idea that positive thinking is the secret to success and happiness. "Forget that," Ray argues. "Life can be messy, unfair, and downright brutal-but that doesn't mean we have to fake a smile through it." In his brutally honest approach, Ray refuses to sugarcoat the truth. Prioritizing Your F*cks: Finding Joy in the Ridiculous is his wake-up call for a world obsessed with instant gratification, participation trophies, and the illusion that everything should feel good all the time. Drawing from psychology, life experience, and a sharp sense of humor, Ray shows that real self-improvement isn't about ignoring life's problems-it's about learning to handle them better. "Not everyone is destined for greatness. Life isn't always fair. But that doesn't mean you can't build something meaningful." Instead of chasing toxic positivity, Ray encourages readers to embrace their limitations, face discomfort head-on, and focus on what truly matters. We only have so much energy to care about things-so we'd better start choosing wisely. While success and wealth have their place, real fulfillment comes from living with purpose and owning your decisions. With blunt honesty, entertaining stories, and the kind of real-talk most people avoid, Prioritizing Your F*cks: Finding Joy in the Ridiculous is a much-needed reality check for anyone tired of the self-help fluff. If you're ready to stop pretending and start living, this book is for you.