Los Angeles Times #1 Bestseller
USA Today Bestselling Book
Over motivational messages? Sick AF of inspirational quotes? Done with the shiny happy bad advice that gets you nowhere? Well, heads up: youre about to get a shitload of Good Advice.
In Bad Advice, relationship expert Dr. Venus Nicolinoa.k.a. Dr. Vtakes a blowtorch to the shrink-wrapped, feel good BS that passes for self-help these days.
When youre heartbroken, what do you hear? You cant love anyone until you love yourself. When someones hurt you? Nobody can make you feel bad without your permission. When youre just a little too positive? Expectations lead to disappointment.
Pop culture noise gives Bad Advice the varnish of truthiness and inspiration. But its not truth; its not inspiration. Its bullshit. And at its root, all Bad Advice operates off the same lie: Emotions are optional. In Bad Advice, Dr. V delivers a bracing truth serum, in the form of Good Advicean antidote to the bullshit, from Just Be Yourself to Live Each Day Like Its Your Last, that teaches you to live your life in a way that honors who you are, what you need, and how you feel.
Smart and irreverent, Dr. V fuses the brains and insight of a nerdy Ph.D. with the heart of a doting Italian Mother and the artful profanity of a Philly trucker. Dr. Vs signature combination of humor, hard science, and heartmake Bad Advice an iconoclastic course-correction like no other. A fiercely sharp wake-up call that tackles some of self-helps most damaging truisms, Bad Advice is a never shy guide to tapping into your full potential.
**Unleash Your Authentic Self with Dr. V's "Bad Advice": A Refreshingly Honest Guide to Personal Transformation** Tired of sugar-coated self-help and empty platitudes? Ready for a dose of unfiltered truth? Then prepare to be challenged, inspired, and empowered by Dr. Venus Nicolino's groundbreaking book, *Bad Advice*. A #1 *Los Angeles Times* Bestseller and a *USA Today* Bestselling Book, this isn't your typical self-help guide. It's a bracing, irreverent, and deeply insightful journey into the heart of what it truly means to live a fulfilling life. Dr. V, as she's affectionately known, is a relationship expert with a Ph.D., a sharp wit, and a no-nonsense attitude. She cuts through the feel-good BS that pervades the self-help industry, exposing the harmful truisms that keep us stuck in cycles of self-doubt and unhappiness. *Bad Advice* tackles the common, yet often damaging, advice we've all heard: "You can't love anyone until you love yourself," "Nobody can make you feel bad without your permission," and "Just be yourself." Dr. V dismantles these pronouncements, revealing how they can actually hinder our personal growth and prevent us from embracing our authentic selves. Instead of offering simplistic solutions, Dr. V provides "Good Advice"a potent antidote to the harmful platitudes that hold us back. She encourages us to honor our emotions, acknowledge our needs, and live in accordance with our true values. Drawing on her expertise in psychology, her personal experiences, and her signature blend of humor and heartfelt compassion, Dr. V guides us toward a deeper understanding of ourselves and our relationships. *Bad Advice* isn't about suppressing our emotions or striving for some unattainable ideal of perfection. It's about embracing our imperfections, acknowledging our vulnerabilities, and living a life that is both meaningful and authentic. Dr. V empowers us to reject the pressure to conform and to instead create our own definitions of success and happiness. Inside *Bad Advice*, you'll discover: * **The truth about self-love:** Dr. V challenges the conventional wisdom that self-love is a prerequisite for healthy relationships. She argues that self-love is a journey, not a destination, and that it's okay to have days when you don't feel completely confident or secure. * **How to deal with difficult emotions:** Dr. V provides practical strategies for managing anger, sadness, and fear. She emphasizes the importance of acknowledging our emotions without letting them control us. * **The power of vulnerability:** Dr. V encourages us to embrace our vulnerabilities and to connect with others on a deeper level. She believes that vulnerability is a sign of strength, not weakness. * **How to set healthy boundaries:** Dr. V teaches us how to say no, how to protect our energy, and how to create relationships that are based on mutual respect and understanding. * **How to live a life that is aligned with our values:** Dr. V helps us identify our core values and make choices that are consistent with those values. She encourages us to live a life that is authentic, meaningful, and fulfilling. More than just a book, *Bad Advice* is a transformative experience. It's a call to action, a wake-up call, and a reminder that we all have the power to create a life that is both authentic and fulfilling. If you're ready to ditch the BS and embrace your true self, then this book is for you. **About the Author:** Dr. Venus Nicolino, or Dr. V, is a renowned relationship expert, television personality, and author. With a Ph.D. in counseling psychology, Dr. V brings a unique blend of expertise, humor, and heartfelt compassion to her work. She is known for her no-nonsense approach to self-help and her ability to connect with people on a deep and authentic level. Beyond *Bad Advice*, Dr. V has made multiple television appearances and is a sought-after speaker and consultant. She is a force to be reckoned with, and her mission is to empower others to live their best lives, unburdened by societal expectations and self-doubt. **Get ready to experience a self-help revolution. Order your copy of *Bad Advice* today!**
