Author and motivational spiritual  speaker Janet Davis has an uplifting style of writing. Her third book, "My Own Worst Enemy how to stop holding yourself back" is written for women. It is filled with stories about real people and how they have unconsciously hold themselves back from reaching their full potential. The author reveals a lot of the mistakes she has made in her life and how learning from them have helped her to become stronger.  The author added these analogies to give the reader a better understanding of just how destructive this behaviour can be and how to see it in their own lives.
The analogies often appear in the book at rather odd places. This can confuse the reader but if they continue reading, the message will be evident within a few pages.Â
Each chapter has a study guide complete with questions for the reader to self-evaluate themselves.
The forward to this book is written by Anita Lustrea, host of Moody Radio's Midday Connection.Â
This is one of those books that will prompt the reader to have thoughts and ideas while reading it. I suggest the reader have a journal or tablet of paper to write those notes on so they are not forgotten.
I give this book a FOUR START rating and recommend it to all Spiritual women who are searching to become better women. This book will give female readers a lot to think about. I only give it a four star rating because of the lack of preparation given to the reader before the analogies are given.Â
FROM THE BACK OF THE BOOK:
Sometimes your biggest obstacle is yourself. You know you could do great things if you just stopped getting in your own way. But most days, self-doubt, fear, and the seductive whispers of insecurity have you second-guessing yourself-before you've even started.
Writer and speaker Janet Davis show you how to break the destructive cycle of shame and self0doubt to achieve your full potential. Through lessons from her own life and examples of modern and biblical women, she reveals that every woman is called to shine, and you are no exception.Â
Learn how to break destructive patterns in order to live out your purpose in God's kingdom, bringing the sense of fulfillment you've been longing for.
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 ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
Janet Davis has a master's degree in spiritual nurture from Western Seminary, Seattle, and works as a spiritual director, writer, and speaker after many years in hospital chaplaincy. Janet and her husband, Bob, live in Austin Texas.
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ABOUT THE BOOK:
- Paperback: 253 pages
- Publisher: Bethany House Publishers (March 15, 2012)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0764209507
- ISBN-13: 978-0764209505
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I was given a copy of this book by the publisher, in exchange for a review. This has no impact what so ever on my review. I give honest reviews.
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Comments: 26
Is this the kind of book that you enjoy reading? Have you read any of Janets previous books?
You really need to read the book that I just did the book review on last night. It is wonderful. I have never read a self-help book that kept my attention like it did. There are two chapters free online to read. I added the link in the book review.
Thank you for taking the time to read my review and comment. I love that new icon. You look so cute. :)
Do you read a lot?
I love to read and now that I can't do a lot, I find that I am reading more. The first few years, my eyes were blurry as well but they are starting to straighten up a bit. Nice to have large print books too. :)
You are so welcome. Do you enjoy reading this genre of book?
It is a very important subject. I did learn a lot about myself by reading the book. She is a very motivational writer when it comes to the subject of how we are our own worst enemy. I have not read her previous two books though. Have you read any of them?
I am so glad you enjoyed the book review. I try my best to make them interesting but I do give honest reviews.