The morning of my 19th birthday was a wake up call. I am an Aquarius, born February 12, and notoriously known to have a progressive, original and independent personality. A few months prior to my birthday, I was diagnosed with depression and put on medication to combat long un-diagnosed illness. Lacking the ability to sincerely have fun with friends, a weakened desire to function in my daily activities, increased self doubt, and unworthiness. The morning of my 19th birthday was different than previous mornings. I woke up determined to get myself out of this funk that had been going on for more than six months. Why I suddenly had the never before thought idea to research books on Pinterest on how to start living an awesome life, I don't know. However, the first book to show up in my search was the New York Times Bestseller "You Are A Badass," by Jen Sincero.

The description that convinced me to by this book was the review on Pinterest by another college student, stating, "this how-to guide transformed by once self-sabotaging behaviors with a humor and realness not even my therapist could combat with. A definite read for those yearning to create a life they love."

I immediately went to Amazon and found the book on sale for about $10. When it arrived about a week later, I must admit I put it next to my other books in my college dorm and totally forgot about it. I didn't pick it up again until June, when I had some free time at the summer camp I worked at each week day. I finished the book in a little less than a week because I could barely put it down. Just like my fellow college student's review that encouraged me to buy the book, I must say "You Are A Badass" is one of the most helpful books I've ever read.

Bestselling author and success coach, Jen Sincero, writes her self-help book in the first person narrative. With that comes a personable aspect that differs this book from the previous self help books I've read. Sincero offers hilariously inspiring stories, easy exercises, advice I never previously would've thought of, and the occasional swear word. With such a serious topic to be seeking advice on, Sincero offers some light-heartedness that makes you feel like your situation isn't so troublesome.

Like the back of the book says, "By the end of 'You Are a Badass,' you'll understand why you are how you are, how to love what you can't change, how to change what you don't love, and how to use The Force to kick some serious ass." I found the book relative and easy to read. I 100 percent recommend "You Are a Badass," especially to those who feel like they don't know how to get out of the negative mindset they are in.