Tired of being told to "manifest your dreams" while your credit card weeps? Exhausted by the relentless pressure to "fail forward" when all you want to do is lie down? Welcome to your antidote. The A-to-Z Philosophy Manual is a life-saving guide for desperate times, offering a liberating alternative to the tyranny of toxic positivity. In a world that demands constant optimism and high-stakes performance, this manual provides a much-needed dose of reality, humor, and acceptance. Forget the empty promises of self-help gurus. This book won't make you Instagram-worthy or help you manifest a sports car. What it will do is help you relax, lighten up, and find a quiet sense of ease in the face of chaos. It will give you permission to stop trying so hard. Through 26 satirical entries-from the A of Anxiety to the Z of Zenith-and a collection of delightfully absurd Victorian illustrations, composer and writer Daniel Daroca guides you through the real alphabet of existence. Discover the core tenets of a philosophy that embraces the full spectrum of life, not just the highlight reel. Inside, you will learn: -The Principle of Reasonable Adequacy: Why "good enough" is a triumph, not a compromise.-The Axiom of Subtraction: How the universe constantly subtracts from your best-laid plans (and your budget).-The Law of Distraction: Why a cat video derailing your project is actually a sign of its unworthiness.-The Principle of Retraction: The fine art of non-commitment as the pinnacle of social grace. If you're ready to trade the exhausting pursuit of perfection for a wry smile and a healthy dose of reality, this manual is for you. After all, in a world obsessed with optimization, the ability to relax is a radical act.