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Present Over Perfect: Leaving Behind Frantic for a Simpler, More Soulful Way of Living
Shauna Niequist
3.69 AVERAGE
978 reviews for:
Present Over Perfect: Leaving Behind Frantic for a Simpler, More Soulful Way of Living
Shauna Niequist
3.69 AVERAGE
There are some things you can take from this book, but it’s missing something.
This is a human story: it’s vulnerable, raw and honest. But it doesn’t have enough Jesus in it.
It feels as though Jesus is being talked about from a different room, but wasn’t invited to come in and join the conversation.
I need more of what Jesus says, and less about how she fixed it.
Nobody is self-sufficient, we all rely on God. Tell me about that.
This is a human story: it’s vulnerable, raw and honest. But it doesn’t have enough Jesus in it.
It feels as though Jesus is being talked about from a different room, but wasn’t invited to come in and join the conversation.
I need more of what Jesus says, and less about how she fixed it.
Nobody is self-sufficient, we all rely on God. Tell me about that.
challenging
emotional
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
Just what I needed to read during a hectic season of life. Refreshing and peaceful. It is not a how to book but a what I lived book. And, I think I learned a lot from reading her missteps and successes. Definitely going to approach life with a new perspective after reading this.
I listened to the audiobook. There were a few really great points, but mostly it was not super applicable for me. I can see how it would speak to a lot of women I know, but it wasn't exactly what I was expecting. There was a lot less of how to be present and a lot more of why. Also, most of her examples centered around being chronically busy as a means of affirmation and seeking fulfillment through work/service. That's not really my issue, but I can see how it could help others.
I picked up this book because of the title. Had I known more about the beliefs of the author and how heavily imbued her writing is with her faith, which I do not share, I would not have picked it up. That being said, there are some gems in here as she shares her story of building a better life. If you are so inclined in your thinking, there are good reminders here. But the book is pro ably more for you if you are a white Christian American mother and wife as so much of her story is anchored in these roles she has chosen for herself.
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
If you’ve read Rachel Hollis’ girl wash your face book, this had a similar vibe to it. At first I was like “oh another book telling me to get my priorities straight”, but after I gave it more time I realized it was the message I needed to alter my life choices. Definitely a must!
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
Sometimes when I read a self help book/memoir I’m looking for an “ah-ha” moment. If I’m feeling especially greedy, I want the book to be FULL of them. This was not what Present Over Perfect was all about.
There were several moments where a paragraph or quote would really hit me, and I think I’m approaching life differently (in a positive way!) as a result.
However, there were moments of her narrative that I didn’t connect with as readily because they didn’t match my unique experience - and that’s okay. I’m thankful she shared her life and what was on her heart.
All in all, it was absolutely worth the read.
There were several moments where a paragraph or quote would really hit me, and I think I’m approaching life differently (in a positive way!) as a result.
However, there were moments of her narrative that I didn’t connect with as readily because they didn’t match my unique experience - and that’s okay. I’m thankful she shared her life and what was on her heart.
All in all, it was absolutely worth the read.
So good! I listened to it but I think I need to get myself a hard copy. Definitely a must read! Thank you Shauna for your beautiful words. This was a timely read for me.