Rachel Hollis identifies as a Christian and the book is published by Thomas Nelson, but its theological center of gravity is self-empowerment rather than the gospel — a pattern that has drawn significant criticism from evangelical theologians and discernment ministries. Readers seeking genuine spiritual formation should supplement or replace this book with more doctrinally grounded resources.
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Discover how to become the joyous, confident woman you were meant to be.
Do you ever suspect that everyone else has life figured out and you don't have a clue? If so, Rachel Hollis has something to tell you: that's a lie.
If you have ever said any of these things to yourself . . .
. . . then you could benefit from the unflinching faith and rock-hard tenacity Rachel Hollis has in store for you. In this challenging but conversational book, Rachel exposes the twenty lies and misconceptions that too often hold us back from living joyfully and productively, lies we've told ourselves so often we don't even hear them anymore.
Rachel is real and talks about real issues. More than that, she reveals the specific practical strategies that helped her move past them. In the process, she encourages, entertains, and even kicks a little butt, all to convince you to do whatever it takes to get real and become the joyous, confident woman you were meant to be. Because you really can live with passion and hustle – and give yourself grace without giving up.
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TheoScope Score = Biblical Faithfulness 85% · Theological Depth 15%