A review by alyssajcori
The Obstacle Is the Way: The Timeless Art of Turning Trials Into Triumph by Ryan Holiday

3.0

I wanted to love this book and feel transformed after reading it, however while there were many fantastic stories that illustrated the author’s point, it felt repetitive and preachy. The entire book can be distilled down simply to: see clearly, act correctly, and accept the world for what it is.

I did enjoy the examples and stories, as well as a reminder of how to let go. I suppose it is hard to make an ancient philosophy feel revolutionary, so three stars feels right for this read.