Get Off Your "But": How to End Self-Sabotage and Stand Up for Yourself »

Sean Clinch Stephenson is one of the leading authorities on the deconstruction of self-sabotage (what he calls getting people off their BUTs). A psychotherapist and internationally known professional speaker, he publishes the international men's online magazine InnerGameMagazine.com and has a private psychotherapy practice.

"Sean is an amazing person with an important message."

—President Bill Clinton

"Sean Stephenson is the Yoda of personal development, with less pointy ears."

—Jimmy Kimmel, host of ABC's Jimmy Kimmel Live

"As we struggle with inertia to become the best that we can be, Sean Stephenson's book informs and inspires us to stand up and keep moving forward. Thank you, Sean, for your life, your work, and your abundant sharing."

—Ken Blanchard, coauthor, The One Minute Manager

"Sean Stephenson is a hero to me. When you read his book, he will be a hero to you as well. His moving stories about himself and others who have found the gifts in their pain will teach you so much about courage and, just as important, you will learn how to build your own sense of confidence when it comes to health, career, relationships, and more. Do yourself a favor read this book! "

—Susan Jeffers, Ph.D., author, Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway and Embracing Uncertainty

Publishers Weekly

Starred Review.

In Stephenson's powerful and practical debut, the psychotherapist and professional speaker reveals how to banish self-doubt and insecurity in a world where they may seem omnipresent. Beginning with the source of his own struggle, a rare and painful disease that causes his bones to weaken and break under minimal pressure, Stephenson offers a structured approach to a wide array of topics, including dating, weight loss, lack of motivation, friendship, finances, and goals. While his advice is encouraging and insightful, Stephenson's text is also notable for examples, mottos and resonant personal stories of enormous obstacles and accomplishments (his work with the Clinton administration, attaining his Ph.D., opening his own private practice). Though his unwavering optimism can be daunting (bringing one's day-to-day gripes into sharp relief), Stephenson is empowering and uplifting throughout, and should prove helpful whether facing a lifelong challenge or a more immediate battle.
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Foreword by Anthony Robbins.

Born to Kick BUT: The Short Story of a Big Life.

Lesson 1 Start Connecting.

How Rene Got Off His BUT.

Lesson 2 Watch What You Say to Yourself!

How Bobby Got Off His BUT.

Lesson 3 Master Your Physical Confidence.

How Andréa Got Off Her BUT.

Lesson 4 Focus Your Focus.

How Mike Got Off His BUT .

Lesson 5 Choose Your Friends Wisely.

How Peter Got Off His BUT.

Lesson 6 Take Full Responsibility.

One Last Thing . . .

Resources.

The Author.