Slay Like a Mother

Where was this when I was a young momma who had absolutely no idea what I was doing? I was constantly feeling overwhelmed, scared, terrified of what others thought and lacking any sort of support...to be honest I was sad, lonely and most oftentimes depressed. I, of course, did not let people know this and acted like I was the tough mom/woman I really wasn't.

Even though my kids are grown, 2 with kids of their own, the words in this book resonate loudly. Too often women pit ourselves against each other and against our inner self. Why? Why do we constantly have to try and outdo, outshine and “be better” when we need to hug, support, treat with kindness and LOVE each other?

There is a part where the author has someone ask them how they are and for once she doesn't hide the truth and says, “I'm tired” to which the lady who asked said she was too and they hugged. Sometimes we need that connection. I wish I had the courage to do that when I badly needed it. That's strength.

I love the format and layout of this book and the exercises that encourage you to not only hear what the author is saying but to participate in hearing yourself too. You can learn a lot if you stop to pay attention to your heart.

This is definitely a book I will be sharing with my daughters. There is a lot here they can both benefit from. I sincerely appreciate the publisher for providing me a review copy. All opinions expressed herein are mine and mine alone.