Having watched Jess on the Block and I’m a Celebrity Get me Out of Here, I was interested to read her first book. Whilst it might not be everyone’s cup of tea (lots of swearing), I found it to be an enjoyable quick read. I would consider it a self help book with a lot of anecdotes from Jess’ life to help make her points in the chapters (which thekselves have great names). I personally found it helpful for my life right now. If you are wanting to get rid of the pricks in your life, this is the book for you!

Having never watched The Block, and not being based in Sydney, I only found out who Jess is recently when watching I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here.
She seems quite positive and encouraging on the show, so I was interested when I found out she was releasing this self-help book.
I have just finished it, and must say that it wasn't what I was expecting. The advice was rather broad and general, not to mention riddled with swear words that were totally unnecessary. I am assuming that this is part of Jess' personality that I wasn't aware of. I just didn't enjoy all of the swearing, but that's just me.
Finding out more about Jess' life was good, but the advice she offers didn't have enough inspiration to really motivate me unfortunately...

Jess Eva wants to help you change your life - with sweary no-nonsense advice. Eva, a former The Block winner, radio host and current contestant on I'm A Celebrity . . . Get Me Out of Here! (AU) opens with a story about being at the bowlo, having the time of her life but not realising how

I personally found the jump between talk of neurological pathways and emotional pricks to be a bit jarring. I imagine this speaks more to Eva's writing style and personality, which I'm not familiar with. I found the "just dump emotional pricks" very simplistic and poswibly unhelpful. It might resonate with people who are fans of hers or just starting out in this genre.

It is very general advice, however I'd encourage anyone who is struggling with their mental health, rumination and overthinking to reach out for professional help. Perhaps she could collaborate with a psychologist or explore that more in a future title?

I am not going to be finishing this one as I don't think it's for me.