I have read meditations and affirmations, but this book’s unique style added more. It begins with a chapter describing the author’s upbringing and the pressure toward traditional success and her encounter with the tragic and sudden death of her beloved father. Eventually, these events and others led to a journey of obviously fruitful introspection. The book challenges scripted expectations with the overall message of finding our most authentic selves. An unforeseen death drives home the fragility of life and the unknown period we each have in which to pursue fulfillment and to grapple with emotions such as grief or loneliness that, if suppressed and unprocessed, threaten to become an underground riptide. The structure is not preachy. Rather, the opening is followed by small chapters on subjects that encourage reflection by ending with 60-second “Thought Exercises.”

This book is a piece that speaks directly to the heart. It dives deep into the quiet victories that often go unnoticed by society as a whole. those moments of growth and resilience that shape us in ways external achievements never could. Would recommend^^

Admittedly it was not the subject matter but the breathtaking cover that drew me in first. It reminded me of a Final Fantasy game or a representation of a time in which art was valued and not current covers which rely heavily on stock images. Upon closer inspection the subject matter and the price made the purchase a no-brainer. Being uncomfortable with one’s self and journey of self-discovery is not something that is not talked about enough. It was a short read but an enlightening one, full of practical wisdom and reflections that I will have to reread at some point to let it truly soak in. I highly recommend this book!

The story was written amazingly, it drew me in to where I didn’t want to stop reading. I can’t wait for part two!

I give this book 5 stars. Go check out more from this author

Fantastic read all the way through.