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You Can't Do It!

There Are a Million Reasons You Can't—Find the Reason You Can

  • Christian Living
  • Publisher: Zondervan
  • Published: 2020

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Publisher's Description

At some point in our lives, we all hear some version of "You can't do it." When that influential voice (whether outside or inside you) tells you why you can't--maybe that's the perfect reason why you can. At 27, actor, viral YouTuber, and one of the top former Vine stars Marcus Johns wants to shift our perspective on the resistance and obstacles that discourage our most powerful contributions. Whether it's conducting outrageous experiments or creating content we love to share, some unusual people use the voices of doubt--including their own--as motivation to press on and prove them all wrong. Sharing lighthearted insights from his life as a social media phenom, Marcus knows what it takes to be influential both online and off. How does one balance family, friends, faith, and fame--not to mention, finding the fun--and what does true success look like when the cameras are off? With his signature wit and transparency, Marcus shares his unconventional thoughts on: How to overcome self-doubt and move ahead Knowing who's on your team--and who's not What it really means to follow your gut Developing your skills by embracing failure Remaining humble and sharing your success with others A must-read for any passionate go-getter, You Can't Do It may just be the magical phrase pointing you to the right track.


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“Praise for You Can’t Do It! Marcus Johns has an incredible ability to see past the obstacles that stand between the pursuer and the dream. Through Marcus’s lens, every reader will not only be able to suspend disbelief, but also begin to imagine themselves doing the very things they thought they never could. If you need to be empowered, if you want to believe in yourself again—read this book! STEVIE AND SAZAN HENDRIX, The Good Life podcast What if you entered a world where your impossible became possible? An environment where you could begin to build confidence in yourself and to see examples of dreams applied with persistence and hard work turn into reality? With a beautiful mixture of wit and brutal honesty, my brother documents his journey of highs and lows and how he’s managed to defy the odds in this inspiring read. ALEXYS AND CODY JOHNS, actress and musician Marcus has always been a dreamer. He is someone who chases his dreams, whether it’s big or small. Being with him for the last five years has changed my life because of the ways he has gotten me to step out of my comfort zone. But even if you just meet Marcus for a brief five minutes, he’ll encourage you to go after your dreams and do that one thing you’ve been too scared to do. This book represents Marcus at his core: loving people, encouraging people, and doing the crazy things no one else thinks you can do.”

Kristin Johns

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