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kskidmore7's review
2.0
Nothing I haven't heard before.
I think mine is an unpopular opinion. I couldn't make it past the part where she implies that becoming a vegan is a step toward uncovering your gold and being a better person.
Also, I really didn't like listening to her voice in the narration.
I think mine is an unpopular opinion. I couldn't make it past the part where she implies that becoming a vegan is a step toward uncovering your gold and being a better person.
Also, I really didn't like listening to her voice in the narration.
becks4books's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
5.0
stegolaurus's review
4.0
Although I usually prefer mental health advice that's more scientific than philosophical or spiritual, I feel like I gained a lot from this book and that I would probably get even more from it on another listen. Many self-help books rely on shaming us to just be better, to be different, and they fail when our willpower doesn't measure up. Brach's compassionate approach meets us where we are, acknowledges our flaws as human beings, and even shares stories of her own failures with humour and humility. The audiobook was a really pleasant listen, as Brach's narration was gentle and engaging. For me a successful book is one that helps me to see the world in a new way and at that, this book absolutely succeeds.
bookish_olga's review
5.0
My first book of 2023 and as with all Tara's books, it is an absolute gem that I can see myself coming back to over and over again. I love her ability to share profound wisdom through real life experiences and weave sacred into mundane. The book is centred around exploring our natural good nature, self-inquiry process and kindness and compassion for ourselves. An absolute jewel of enlightenment
leviofmichigan's review against another edition
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
4.0
Brach’s stories are always inspiring. There were portions that made me feel she was espousing toxic positivity, but then she would explain what she meant more fully and I would realize, no, of course as a Buddhist teacher that’s not what she means. So, on the whole, very meaningful and a nice book to start the new year with.
spiritedstardust's review
2.0
I DNFd this
It felt more like one person's personal life story rather than a guide on how to find your own inner goodness. The style of writign and the content just wasn't for me.
It felt more like one person's personal life story rather than a guide on how to find your own inner goodness. The style of writign and the content just wasn't for me.