Head to head Reframe Your Brain vs So Good They Call You a Fake
Two powerful approaches to rewiring how you think: cognitive reframing vs conquering imposter syndrome.
Rating
5 / 5
5 / 5
By
Scott Adams
Joshua Lisec
Category
Books
Books
Love it
- Practical cognitive reframing techniques you can use daily
- Written by Scott Adams with trademark clarity and humor
- Short enough to read in a weekend
- Directly tackles imposter syndrome with actionable strategies
- Written for high achievers, not self-help beginners
- Reframes feeling like a fraud as a growth signal
Fair warning
- Some examples feel repetitive
- Less depth than dedicated psychology books
- Relatively short — could go deeper on some strategies
- Title can feel gimmicky despite solid content
My take
“The practical sequel to How to Fail - rewire how you think about problems.”
“Finally, a book that tackles imposter syndrome head-on with practical strategies.”
My verdict
These books tackle related but different problems. "Reframe Your Brain" is broader — it's a general toolkit for changing how you interpret everything in life. "So Good They Call You a Fake" is laser-focused on imposter syndrome specifically. If you struggle with feeling like a fraud despite your success, start with Lisec. If you want a general mental upgrade, go with Adams.