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Cure for the Common Life: Living in Your Sweet Spot
It's only Sunday and you're already dreading Monday. You spend 50+ hours at a job you hate andcome home too exhausted to pursue anything other than reality TV. You are not alone: 87 percent of workers don't find meaning at work and 80 percent believe their talents are unused. The resulting attitude impacts health, relationships, and a fundamental sense of happiness, but best-selling author Max Lucado has a cure. In his winsome, encouraging voice, Max gives practical tools to explore your uniqueness, find motivation to put it to work, and get perspective to redefine your concept of work. It's never too late to uncover strengths, discover God's will, and cure the otherwise hopeless prognosis of a common life.
220 pages, Hardcover
Published January 1, 2006
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September 15, 2012
I have to admit that when I had a moment to read, I wasn't as eager to pick up this book as I am with fiction. It feels like it takes discipline for me to read nonfiction. It's just not as fun. When I did open this book though, each time I was glad I did. In the beginning, I was thinking how Max's writing style lends better to his quote-filled gift books and devotionals (which I love), as he's very fond of alliteration and there are a lot of potent short sentences. It quickly gained a better flow, and I was able to get into the message more once he stopped writing in those little blurts.
He really does have a gift with words. The anecdotes and illustrations he chooses to explain his points are indeed moving and inspirational. Lucado also backs up his points with plenty of Biblical Scripture, and he does it in a way that isn't dry. Specifically, he does an excellent job of explaining the parable of the talents, which made me feel better about the risks inherent in investment!
As I read this, I kept thinking of people who I think would also enjoy and appreciate it, and I intend to read it again at some point. I do feel like he oversimplifies the task of using your time to the best of God's intentions for you, but perhaps because unearthing this has always been daunting to me. Hopefully as I continue to think about the messages in this book, it will become easier.
Altogether, this book is very well done and I highly recommend it. I wish I had written down some passages to review later, since I borrowed it from the library.
He really does have a gift with words. The anecdotes and illustrations he chooses to explain his points are indeed moving and inspirational. Lucado also backs up his points with plenty of Biblical Scripture, and he does it in a way that isn't dry. Specifically, he does an excellent job of explaining the parable of the talents, which made me feel better about the risks inherent in investment!
As I read this, I kept thinking of people who I think would also enjoy and appreciate it, and I intend to read it again at some point. I do feel like he oversimplifies the task of using your time to the best of God's intentions for you, but perhaps because unearthing this has always been daunting to me. Hopefully as I continue to think about the messages in this book, it will become easier.
Altogether, this book is very well done and I highly recommend it. I wish I had written down some passages to review later, since I borrowed it from the library.
June 19, 2017
CURE FOR THE COMMON LIFE by Max Lucado is perfect for inspiring faith and understanding your path. You don’t have to be unhappy to enjoy this book, or even feel lost to benefit from its wise guidance. You may even find that you’re right where you are supposed to be. I think it’s best at proving that you’re not alone – there’s nothing wrong with you that can’t be fixed. From housewife to professional — there are nuggets in here to discover.
Max often makes me laugh. It’s random, but he hits home with a little chuckle about how silly we are at times. And then there are those morsels that seem like small ideas that can blossom, such as: “the cure for the common life involves loving the overlooked”. It’s those little moments of kindness you offer when you can make a huge difference in someone’s life…as well as yours.
Max Lucado is my favorite inspirational and devotional writer. He makes me think about the world with a different color lens. I’m constantly having these lightbulb moments when a quandary’s solution becomes crystal clear. Max has a way of bringing the word of God into life’s common moments that makes the Bible come alive. He makes me a better person and hopefully, a better Christian.
Admittedly, I stalled in this book at the 70% mark when I was instructed to write down my thoughts. I had planned on following this through, but I believe my calling revealed itself before I finished. Only time will tell, but for now, I’m satisfied with the results. I’m shelving it to bring back out when my journey is no longer clear.
I highly recommend the CURE FOR THE COMMON LIFE to clarify your path. It may shine a light so bright that it cannot be ignored.
Review by Dorine, courtesy of The Zest Quest. Digital copy purchased by me at Amazon.
Max often makes me laugh. It’s random, but he hits home with a little chuckle about how silly we are at times. And then there are those morsels that seem like small ideas that can blossom, such as: “the cure for the common life involves loving the overlooked”. It’s those little moments of kindness you offer when you can make a huge difference in someone’s life…as well as yours.
Max Lucado is my favorite inspirational and devotional writer. He makes me think about the world with a different color lens. I’m constantly having these lightbulb moments when a quandary’s solution becomes crystal clear. Max has a way of bringing the word of God into life’s common moments that makes the Bible come alive. He makes me a better person and hopefully, a better Christian.
Admittedly, I stalled in this book at the 70% mark when I was instructed to write down my thoughts. I had planned on following this through, but I believe my calling revealed itself before I finished. Only time will tell, but for now, I’m satisfied with the results. I’m shelving it to bring back out when my journey is no longer clear.
I highly recommend the CURE FOR THE COMMON LIFE to clarify your path. It may shine a light so bright that it cannot be ignored.
Review by Dorine, courtesy of The Zest Quest. Digital copy purchased by me at Amazon.
August 7, 2017
This book is wonderful! It challenges and inspires everyone to who reads, to dream a little bit bigger, get outside of the cultural 'norm' and BELIEVE that you were made to be who God created you to be! I would recommend this book to everyone (esp High Schoolers), it really helps you return to the early days of your childhood dreams, think about what you would truly love to do with your life, and then start seeking God for direction on it. All of Max Lucado's books are great, but this is a definite fave!
May 27, 2018
Max Lucado challenges conventional wisdom with Biblical truth, and does an excellent job! If you're one of the many people of the Way who believes the old adage, "You can do anything you put your mind to," you should read this.
September 21, 2009
Why am I always so suspicious of self-help books written by big-name ministers? Partly, I suppose, because I'm suspicious of the whole self-help genre, with their grandiose titles and by-lines advertising that THIS book will be the one to fix your poor, broken life. And partly because I fall into the trap of thinking that we Christians, of all people, should have our lives together and not even need a book like this. {Not true: Christians are saved DESPITE our imperfect lives, not because of our perfect lives!}
As for this book, it was a quick read, a lot like listening to a thought-provoking and well-crafted sermon. It won't give you all the answers about your life (of course) but it is helpful to people like me -- people reaching mid-life (God willing!) and wondering if I'm using my God-given gifts in best God-serving way in my job and daily life. The author provides a jumping-off point for identifying your gifts and strengths (eg, think about what you loved to do as a child, what made you feel fulfilled) and a strong Biblical framework in which to apply these gifts (eg, God gave us each a unique set of tools and circumstances; He is proud and glorified when we use and enjoy them).
As for this book, it was a quick read, a lot like listening to a thought-provoking and well-crafted sermon. It won't give you all the answers about your life (of course) but it is helpful to people like me -- people reaching mid-life (God willing!) and wondering if I'm using my God-given gifts in best God-serving way in my job and daily life. The author provides a jumping-off point for identifying your gifts and strengths (eg, think about what you loved to do as a child, what made you feel fulfilled) and a strong Biblical framework in which to apply these gifts (eg, God gave us each a unique set of tools and circumstances; He is proud and glorified when we use and enjoy them).
September 14, 2011
Do you ever wonder if you're where God wants you to be? Do you ever feel like you were made for more than what you're currently doing? Do you ever feel out of place in your job or ministry? Max Lucado's book, Cure for the Common Life, addresses these issues and more. It is a guide to discovering your sweet spot in life, the place where you find peace and joy in using your talents and abilities as they were meant to be used. Lucado puts forth the idea that "you were born pre-packed--for a purpose. God equipped you with special and unique tools to achieve his purpose and fulfill his plan."
This book is not your everyday Christian living text. It is a combination of an inspirational work and a guidebook. Throughout the book, Lucado shows you how to examine your talents and your joys to seek out the purpose that God has for you. He encourages you to "think outside the box" of doing what has to be done because "someone has to do it." He asks the question, "But is that someone you?" He recounts story after story of people who were miserable and felt trapped in their dead-end lives. But after reviewing the "luggage" that God packed for them, they found new joy in life. For some, it meant changing careers. For others, it was simply a change of attitude. But for all, it resulted in joy in the journey.
This is my second time reading through this book. I first read it several years ago when God was tugging on my heart strings about leaving my teaching career to take up writing. I was terrified to make the change. I didn't know anything about writing, and I was worried about walking away from a steady paycheck. Things were tight enough as it was. Cure for the Common Life addressed every issue I was dealing with. God used it to answer my questions and dispel many of my fears and doubts. I've been writing for several years now, and I can't imagine what my life would have been like had I continued teaching after I had lost my joy for it.
If you're struggling to find joy in the journey, maybe it's time for a change. Lucado's book is an uplifting guide to studying your life in order to find the perfect place for you. The book comes with a Discovery Guide to help you determine your true sweet spot. It's truly a must read for anyone who suffers from daily discontentment or who asks the question, "Is this all there is?"
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from the publisher through the BookSneeze®.com book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”
This book is not your everyday Christian living text. It is a combination of an inspirational work and a guidebook. Throughout the book, Lucado shows you how to examine your talents and your joys to seek out the purpose that God has for you. He encourages you to "think outside the box" of doing what has to be done because "someone has to do it." He asks the question, "But is that someone you?" He recounts story after story of people who were miserable and felt trapped in their dead-end lives. But after reviewing the "luggage" that God packed for them, they found new joy in life. For some, it meant changing careers. For others, it was simply a change of attitude. But for all, it resulted in joy in the journey.
This is my second time reading through this book. I first read it several years ago when God was tugging on my heart strings about leaving my teaching career to take up writing. I was terrified to make the change. I didn't know anything about writing, and I was worried about walking away from a steady paycheck. Things were tight enough as it was. Cure for the Common Life addressed every issue I was dealing with. God used it to answer my questions and dispel many of my fears and doubts. I've been writing for several years now, and I can't imagine what my life would have been like had I continued teaching after I had lost my joy for it.
If you're struggling to find joy in the journey, maybe it's time for a change. Lucado's book is an uplifting guide to studying your life in order to find the perfect place for you. The book comes with a Discovery Guide to help you determine your true sweet spot. It's truly a must read for anyone who suffers from daily discontentment or who asks the question, "Is this all there is?"
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from the publisher through the BookSneeze®.com book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255 : “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”
July 15, 2015
"Don't Read. This book is an example of illustrations gone rogue. Each chapter contains one simplistic idea that could be set down in a sentence, and then that thought is painted in story after story with a internet-forard kind of mushy feel. I also regret any book that supports its argument through interpretation of simplistic illustrations. Not to discount all wisdom gained by experience, but those are deep and reflective, not the quick analysis of trite stories.
In his illustration of justification, he ends up depicting Christ as rebelling against his Father's authority in order to make the sinner feel better about themselves.
Lucado also uses Scripture poorly to support his ideas. He pulls them out of context and rebuilds a context through more story telling. The problem with that is the authority of Scripture does not lie in the true historical event, but in the purpose of the narrator who recorded it. It is the words of Scripture that are inspired, and we must keep our point to point of the author, not drawing our own conclusion from the historical events.
If this book were a sermon, it would be immediately be recognized as the ideas of a man misusing the authority of Scripture. When Christian authors set out to write out on a topic as weighty as "How then shall we live?" We must hold them to the same high standard of the pulpit.
His overall "cure" bears some merit, but he falls into the common trap of equating personality and ability with Spiritual gifts. That would mean that the unregenerate would already have a gift of the Holy Spirit from birth. However, spiritual gifts in Scripture are often in contrast to natural ability that God's grace may be seen all the more glorious.
As for life-planing and career choice, the idea that every person should have a job that feels like what they were built for is damaging. We can't all get those kind of jobs. Someone has to sweep streets and clear sewers. That doesn't mean we can't learn to do our mundane job to the glory of God and learn to appreciate it, but instructing everyone to quit their mundane job and pursue their dreams is setting people up for further discontent."
In his illustration of justification, he ends up depicting Christ as rebelling against his Father's authority in order to make the sinner feel better about themselves.
Lucado also uses Scripture poorly to support his ideas. He pulls them out of context and rebuilds a context through more story telling. The problem with that is the authority of Scripture does not lie in the true historical event, but in the purpose of the narrator who recorded it. It is the words of Scripture that are inspired, and we must keep our point to point of the author, not drawing our own conclusion from the historical events.
If this book were a sermon, it would be immediately be recognized as the ideas of a man misusing the authority of Scripture. When Christian authors set out to write out on a topic as weighty as "How then shall we live?" We must hold them to the same high standard of the pulpit.
His overall "cure" bears some merit, but he falls into the common trap of equating personality and ability with Spiritual gifts. That would mean that the unregenerate would already have a gift of the Holy Spirit from birth. However, spiritual gifts in Scripture are often in contrast to natural ability that God's grace may be seen all the more glorious.
As for life-planing and career choice, the idea that every person should have a job that feels like what they were built for is damaging. We can't all get those kind of jobs. Someone has to sweep streets and clear sewers. That doesn't mean we can't learn to do our mundane job to the glory of God and learn to appreciate it, but instructing everyone to quit their mundane job and pursue their dreams is setting people up for further discontent."
April 10, 2018
Let me start by saying I love Max Lucado and I love his messages. Having said that, this book didn't quite inspire me the way I thought it would. But that doesn't mean it's a bad book, on the contrary - he has an excellent message. God has a plan for all of us, has a purpose for each of us. We have to figure out that plan and purpose and get to a point where we can live in our sweet spot. Great message, just didn't inspire me the way I felt I needed right now.
January 11, 2010
What a great book to start out the New Year. This book is a gorgeous testament to God and to the Divine Nature in everyone. It proposes that while we may be successful at many things, there are specific areas in which God wants us to live our lives and in which we will be the happiest. He calls this your "sweet spot." It was different for me to get used to a different translation of the bible, but it didn't matter after awhile. I love the concept that we were all pre-packaged with our own unique talents and gifts. While certainly not a new concept to me, Lucado does an excellent job of illustrating it. The book even has a workbook section at the end that is actually very helpful in deciphering your "sweet spot" and curing your common life. Here are a few ideas from the book that I liked:
You can't do anything you want to do but you can do everything God wants you to do. (Have you ever had the experience of spinning your wheels trying to do something? Have you ever had the experience of having something come with ease to you? Too ofen we tell ourselves we can be anything we want to be. Lucado presents the idea, what if this isn't true? What if we can't be anything we want to be but everything God wants us to be? Compelling.)
Treat your children not as a book to be written but one to be read. (I loved that because we often think as parents we think our job is to "mold" our children into good people. They are already molded. God shaped them before they ever got here. Our job then becomes deciphering those unique things God put into our children and helping them to maximize their potentials."
Each baby born is a brand new idea from the mind of God. (Such a lovely thought.)
I enjoyed all of the focus on service and on living to Magnify Christ.
And finally, I loved the idea that no matter our work, be it a banker, lawyer, Mom, etc. we can sanctify it by allowing Christ to take over and guide us.
I highly recommend this book to one and all.
You can't do anything you want to do but you can do everything God wants you to do. (Have you ever had the experience of spinning your wheels trying to do something? Have you ever had the experience of having something come with ease to you? Too ofen we tell ourselves we can be anything we want to be. Lucado presents the idea, what if this isn't true? What if we can't be anything we want to be but everything God wants us to be? Compelling.)
Treat your children not as a book to be written but one to be read. (I loved that because we often think as parents we think our job is to "mold" our children into good people. They are already molded. God shaped them before they ever got here. Our job then becomes deciphering those unique things God put into our children and helping them to maximize their potentials."
Each baby born is a brand new idea from the mind of God. (Such a lovely thought.)
I enjoyed all of the focus on service and on living to Magnify Christ.
And finally, I loved the idea that no matter our work, be it a banker, lawyer, Mom, etc. we can sanctify it by allowing Christ to take over and guide us.
I highly recommend this book to one and all.
July 5, 2016
This was a delightful read that I picked up again after reading it years ago. I found the principles insightful and spot on. Lucado brought his ideas home with entertaining anecdotes and perfectly placed humor. And with the interactive questions in the back of the book, I was delightfully surprised to find that my answers to these questions still mirror my passion and my heart. This tells me that Lucado's premise is one that stands the test of time.
I would highly recommend this book for anybody who is interested in being intentional about her contribution to the world.
I would highly recommend this book for anybody who is interested in being intentional about her contribution to the world.
February 14, 2017
It was good and written with the characteristic Max Lucado charm, but it many ways it read like a self-help book for Christians, which isn't what I was hoping for.
He did have good insights, and to anyone lost as to their direction in life and seeking God, I'm sure it would be a great help. However, I feel like he reiterated the same things constantly, and you would only need to read a few chapters and absorb everything you needed to know.
I guess that this just wasn't the book I was looking for or needed, otherwise I would have appreciated it more.
He did have good insights, and to anyone lost as to their direction in life and seeking God, I'm sure it would be a great help. However, I feel like he reiterated the same things constantly, and you would only need to read a few chapters and absorb everything you needed to know.
I guess that this just wasn't the book I was looking for or needed, otherwise I would have appreciated it more.
June 16, 2007
if you've ever wondered, where did my burning childhood dream to be an artist, a mucisian, a pro-bono lawyer go to? did it simply disintegrate? this could be the book for you. it may re-center your position in life, question the very occupation you are involved in at the moment and you may find yourself shifting simply because you managed to pull out an answer from deep within. I'm saying 'may'. but you never know.
September 16, 2008
This book is to help you find what you were really meant to do with your life . . . finding your God given talents and skills. It gives you a Christian perspective on what you are here for. It has a skill assessment in the back of the book too to help guide you along in the process.
February 26, 2018
This book was perfect for helping firm up what I'm doing with my life. It had a lot of thought provoking questions, and advice.
I would definitely recommend this to anyone who is trying to discover what to do with their future.
I would definitely recommend this to anyone who is trying to discover what to do with their future.
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June 22, 2013Loved the book. Was a gift from two people that I look up to.
April 26, 2016
Love Max Lucado!
August 8, 2008
What an amazing book! I loved it! It's written with really short sentences so it's easy to read and remember - great for one that is supposed to help you make changes to your life. Makes me think and inspires me to be more confident in who the Lord created me to be in the beginning. It also has really helped me with parenting, actually. Good job, Blue, for getting it for me!
Here are some underlined passages in my book --
What engineers give sports equipment, God gave you. A zone, a region, a life precinct in which you were made to dwell. He tailored the curves of your life to fit an empty space in his jigsaw puzzle. And life makes sense when you find your spot.
Life assignments: "Go to your place. Dispatch your abilities, and unfurl my goodness." Most refuse. Few cooperate. We accept the present, but neglect its purpose. We accept the gift, thank you, but ignore the Giver and promote self.
God. He knew young Isreal would need a code, so he gave Moses a love for the law. He knew the doctrine of grace would need a fiery advocate, so he set Paul ablaze. And in your case, he knew what your generation would need and gave it. He designed you. And his design defines your destiny. Remember Peter's admonition? "If anyone ministers, let him do it as with the ability which God supplies" (I Peter 4:11).
Americans shell out more for garbage bags than 90 percent of the world's 210 countries spend for everything. Indeed, America has double the number of shopping malls as it does high schools.
Greed comes in many forms. Greed for approval. Greed for applause. Greed for status. Greed for the best office, the fastest car, the prettiest date. Greed has many faces, but speaks one language: the language of more.
David rejected the armor, selected the stones, lobotomized the giant, and taught us a powerful lesson: what fits others might not fit you. Indeed, what fits the king might not fit you. Just becasue someone hands you armor, you don't have to wear it. Just becasue someone gives you advice, a job, or a promotion, you don't have to accept it. Let your uniquness define your path of life. "You, the Lord, give perfect peace to those who keep their purpose firm and put their trust in you" (Isa. 26:3 TEV).
Success is not defined by position or pay scale but by this: doing the most what you do the best.
That's all within the first 46 pages... there is some great thought provoking, bold stuff in here.
Here are some underlined passages in my book --
What engineers give sports equipment, God gave you. A zone, a region, a life precinct in which you were made to dwell. He tailored the curves of your life to fit an empty space in his jigsaw puzzle. And life makes sense when you find your spot.
Life assignments: "Go to your place. Dispatch your abilities, and unfurl my goodness." Most refuse. Few cooperate. We accept the present, but neglect its purpose. We accept the gift, thank you, but ignore the Giver and promote self.
God. He knew young Isreal would need a code, so he gave Moses a love for the law. He knew the doctrine of grace would need a fiery advocate, so he set Paul ablaze. And in your case, he knew what your generation would need and gave it. He designed you. And his design defines your destiny. Remember Peter's admonition? "If anyone ministers, let him do it as with the ability which God supplies" (I Peter 4:11).
Americans shell out more for garbage bags than 90 percent of the world's 210 countries spend for everything. Indeed, America has double the number of shopping malls as it does high schools.
Greed comes in many forms. Greed for approval. Greed for applause. Greed for status. Greed for the best office, the fastest car, the prettiest date. Greed has many faces, but speaks one language: the language of more.
David rejected the armor, selected the stones, lobotomized the giant, and taught us a powerful lesson: what fits others might not fit you. Indeed, what fits the king might not fit you. Just becasue someone hands you armor, you don't have to wear it. Just becasue someone gives you advice, a job, or a promotion, you don't have to accept it. Let your uniquness define your path of life. "You, the Lord, give perfect peace to those who keep their purpose firm and put their trust in you" (Isa. 26:3 TEV).
Success is not defined by position or pay scale but by this: doing the most what you do the best.
That's all within the first 46 pages... there is some great thought provoking, bold stuff in here.
May 30, 2017
For such a short book of 138 pages, I thought I would plow right through it. But I plodded along, reading one chapter every few months. Then, today, as I finished my third book (Tunnels) and submitted it to my copy editor, I finally, turn to this book, with the goal of finishing it.
I've made a habit of reading at least one small chapter in the bible every morning. Over time, I started praying again. I haven't done that for years. As I started trying to transition into a full-time writer, I started finding more energy and an increase in happiness. My prayers started to focus on other family and friends and not so much about me. I started to see how lucky I am to be given not only the skills set, but the time, and stamina to continue to pursue writing; a passion that I didn't really understand about my self.
This morning, as I prayed my small morning prayer, I asked God to help me use my gift of writing to bring him glory and give me an occupation that I can pay all of my bills and then help others. The last chapters in this book was exactly this. An accumulation of everything I've been experiencing over the last few months. Realizing that I am truly lucky to have been exposed to, and in a place to take advantage of this opportunity, a gift that was hidden inside for decades. And as I begin to see the fruits of my labor, experience the rewards of my toil, I am humbled to know that I have been guided this entire time. I just wasn't able to hear or feel it. I was too caught up in the stresses of my day to day life and the challenges that we all face.
But now, as I begin to achieve my goals, a goal to self-publish five books, I find myself even blessed more as I continue discovering more stories and ideas, so much so that I am now committed to writing nine in total and counting. I can see my dream becoming a full-time writer turning into reality before my eyes.
The last chapter of this book is about finding your "SWEET SPOT". I've found mine! The last words of this chapter are the end of this book. It reads:
"You do something no one else does, in a manner no else does it. And when your uniqueness meets God's purpose, both of you will rejoice...forever." Synchronicity at its best. How could I have saved this last chapter, reading it the same day I finish my third book? It has to be a sign. And it is. I'm on the right track.
Great read. You should give it a try.
I've made a habit of reading at least one small chapter in the bible every morning. Over time, I started praying again. I haven't done that for years. As I started trying to transition into a full-time writer, I started finding more energy and an increase in happiness. My prayers started to focus on other family and friends and not so much about me. I started to see how lucky I am to be given not only the skills set, but the time, and stamina to continue to pursue writing; a passion that I didn't really understand about my self.
This morning, as I prayed my small morning prayer, I asked God to help me use my gift of writing to bring him glory and give me an occupation that I can pay all of my bills and then help others. The last chapters in this book was exactly this. An accumulation of everything I've been experiencing over the last few months. Realizing that I am truly lucky to have been exposed to, and in a place to take advantage of this opportunity, a gift that was hidden inside for decades. And as I begin to see the fruits of my labor, experience the rewards of my toil, I am humbled to know that I have been guided this entire time. I just wasn't able to hear or feel it. I was too caught up in the stresses of my day to day life and the challenges that we all face.
But now, as I begin to achieve my goals, a goal to self-publish five books, I find myself even blessed more as I continue discovering more stories and ideas, so much so that I am now committed to writing nine in total and counting. I can see my dream becoming a full-time writer turning into reality before my eyes.
The last chapter of this book is about finding your "SWEET SPOT". I've found mine! The last words of this chapter are the end of this book. It reads:
"You do something no one else does, in a manner no else does it. And when your uniqueness meets God's purpose, both of you will rejoice...forever." Synchronicity at its best. How could I have saved this last chapter, reading it the same day I finish my third book? It has to be a sign. And it is. I'm on the right track.
Great read. You should give it a try.
June 7, 2010
Do you feel drained by the “commonness of your life?” The day to day patterns that cause you to go through the motions without fulfilling you? You were never designed to live that way! God wants you to thrive, to be completely satisfied and to engage in your gifts that he equipped you with before you even came out of the womb.
I’ve had this book for years and never actually read it. Luckily, the small group bible study I co-lead decided to begin a Christian themed book club while we are in between our bible studies. Having just finished a Max Lucado study, the group voted on Max’s Cure for the Common Life as our first book together. I just finished this book today and I’m not surprised at all that I loved it. Max uses such clear teachings and writes laugh out loud examples. I even read parts of it out loud to those who were nearby.
Max is clearly living in his “sweet spot”, which is writing and teaching and ministering, and he does a fantastic job in helping show the reader how to find their sweet spot. All those quirks, likes, dislikes, and hobbies of your youth, adolescence, college, and first career ventures are signs of what you are destined to do.
While many are familiar with personality tests that are taken for high school, college, and for some even in the workplace, many may not know their spiritual gifts or their “sweet spot” as well. So what’s the sweet spot? It’s where what you do (your unique giftedness) intersects with why you do it (making a big deal out of God) and where you do it (every day of your life). We all came pre-packed with a bag of qualities, traits and tools to discover our sweet spot.
Outlined as your S.T.O.R.Y (Strengths, Topic, Optimal Conditions, Relationships, Yes!- what makes you say Yes!), Max helps you define what you are already equipped to do to cure your case of the common life. At the end of the book is a Sweet Spot Discovery Guide by People Management International, Inc. and Steve Halliday where you can really reflect on your experiences and personalize what you’ve read for your own life.
This was a great read with valuable guidance and teachings. I can’t wait to meet with our group next month to hear everyone else’s thoughts and feedback. I recommend this book for anybody searching for their sweet spot; Max Lucado never disappoints.
5/5 stars!
I’ve had this book for years and never actually read it. Luckily, the small group bible study I co-lead decided to begin a Christian themed book club while we are in between our bible studies. Having just finished a Max Lucado study, the group voted on Max’s Cure for the Common Life as our first book together. I just finished this book today and I’m not surprised at all that I loved it. Max uses such clear teachings and writes laugh out loud examples. I even read parts of it out loud to those who were nearby.
Max is clearly living in his “sweet spot”, which is writing and teaching and ministering, and he does a fantastic job in helping show the reader how to find their sweet spot. All those quirks, likes, dislikes, and hobbies of your youth, adolescence, college, and first career ventures are signs of what you are destined to do.
While many are familiar with personality tests that are taken for high school, college, and for some even in the workplace, many may not know their spiritual gifts or their “sweet spot” as well. So what’s the sweet spot? It’s where what you do (your unique giftedness) intersects with why you do it (making a big deal out of God) and where you do it (every day of your life). We all came pre-packed with a bag of qualities, traits and tools to discover our sweet spot.
Outlined as your S.T.O.R.Y (Strengths, Topic, Optimal Conditions, Relationships, Yes!- what makes you say Yes!), Max helps you define what you are already equipped to do to cure your case of the common life. At the end of the book is a Sweet Spot Discovery Guide by People Management International, Inc. and Steve Halliday where you can really reflect on your experiences and personalize what you’ve read for your own life.
This was a great read with valuable guidance and teachings. I can’t wait to meet with our group next month to hear everyone else’s thoughts and feedback. I recommend this book for anybody searching for their sweet spot; Max Lucado never disappoints.
5/5 stars!
July 6, 2011
In the Cure for the Common Life, Max Lucado believed that people need to be living in their sweet spot and enjoying their life. Lucado teaches readers to love themselves and be unique because God made everyone special. He wanted everyone to find out what gifts God has equipped them with and to pursue their calling. Studying your story will help you find the clues to fulfilling your purpose. We have to not let others define who we are supposed to be and what we are supposed to be doing. The book contains two unique stories about people who are living out their sweet spot and changing many lives. If they haven’t listened to God’s calling how many lives would have missed out on them!
This quote stuck out to me:
“They say the same to you. Look over your shoulder, my friend. The crowd is one step back. They don’t consult your strengths or know your S.T.O.R.Y. Still, they seem to know more about your life than you do. Where you should work. Whom you should marry. What you should study. They will lead your life if you allow them. Jesus didn’t.” (105)
The book also has a neat Sweet Spot Discovery Guide to help readers dig deeper in finding their sweet spot. The first part of the guide is written by People Management International, Inc. The second part of the guide is written by Steve Halliday. The Discovery Guide will assist in finding your God given purpose in life.
I enjoyed reading this Max Lucado book for the Cure for the Common Life. I learned how to love myself and be all that God wants me to be. I don’t have to be lead by others in what I need to be doing in life. I have to follow the path God wants me to follow and accomplish. In reading this book, I have found my sweet spot! I would recommend this book to teenagers and adults who need to love themselves more and who need to find the purpose of their lives. Everyone has a purpose and a calling that only they can do. The world needs you to be everything you were suppose to be! Are you living in your sweet spot? If you aren’t get this book!
“I received this book free from the publisher through the BookSneeze.com book review bloggers program.”
This quote stuck out to me:
“They say the same to you. Look over your shoulder, my friend. The crowd is one step back. They don’t consult your strengths or know your S.T.O.R.Y. Still, they seem to know more about your life than you do. Where you should work. Whom you should marry. What you should study. They will lead your life if you allow them. Jesus didn’t.” (105)
The book also has a neat Sweet Spot Discovery Guide to help readers dig deeper in finding their sweet spot. The first part of the guide is written by People Management International, Inc. The second part of the guide is written by Steve Halliday. The Discovery Guide will assist in finding your God given purpose in life.
I enjoyed reading this Max Lucado book for the Cure for the Common Life. I learned how to love myself and be all that God wants me to be. I don’t have to be lead by others in what I need to be doing in life. I have to follow the path God wants me to follow and accomplish. In reading this book, I have found my sweet spot! I would recommend this book to teenagers and adults who need to love themselves more and who need to find the purpose of their lives. Everyone has a purpose and a calling that only they can do. The world needs you to be everything you were suppose to be! Are you living in your sweet spot? If you aren’t get this book!
“I received this book free from the publisher through the BookSneeze.com book review bloggers program.”
June 22, 2011
I have read several of Lucado’s previous books and always find some nuggets of wisdom and inspiration that I can apply to my life. However, like many prolific authors in this genre, after a while, one book starts to sound a lot like the one before.
This IS NOT true of The Cure for the Common Life. In addition to the typical inspirational fare, Max gives us a framework to figure out what we are supposed to be doing with our lives. Using the acronym S.T.O.R.Y. (strengths, topic, optimal conditions, relationships and "Yes!" moments), he encourages the reader to go back to their childhood and move forward through time looking for those specific times when we were particularly moved, inspired, and successful at something. Then, using the S.T.O.R.Y. model, look for common themes to find our “Sweet Spot”, the things, activities and places we are each particularly gifted by God to be and do.
The book includes a self study called The Sweet Spot Discovery Guide, to help walk you through your own personal S.T.O.R.Y. as well as an individual/group discussion guide to facilitate further exploration.
But perhaps the most impactful chapter for me, was chapter 14, “DECODE YOUR KID’S CODE”. As parents, Max says to us “Don’t view your child as a blank slate awaiting your pen, but as a written book awaiting your study”. We should learn what makes our kids tick, and help them discover their unique S.T.O.R.Y.
In all, I think this was the best of the several Lucado books I have read and I would highly recommend it to those struggling with their place in the world, or seeking insights on how to help their children find their path.
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from the publisher through the BookSneeze®.com < [...]> book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255 < [...]> : "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."
This IS NOT true of The Cure for the Common Life. In addition to the typical inspirational fare, Max gives us a framework to figure out what we are supposed to be doing with our lives. Using the acronym S.T.O.R.Y. (strengths, topic, optimal conditions, relationships and "Yes!" moments), he encourages the reader to go back to their childhood and move forward through time looking for those specific times when we were particularly moved, inspired, and successful at something. Then, using the S.T.O.R.Y. model, look for common themes to find our “Sweet Spot”, the things, activities and places we are each particularly gifted by God to be and do.
The book includes a self study called The Sweet Spot Discovery Guide, to help walk you through your own personal S.T.O.R.Y. as well as an individual/group discussion guide to facilitate further exploration.
But perhaps the most impactful chapter for me, was chapter 14, “DECODE YOUR KID’S CODE”. As parents, Max says to us “Don’t view your child as a blank slate awaiting your pen, but as a written book awaiting your study”. We should learn what makes our kids tick, and help them discover their unique S.T.O.R.Y.
In all, I think this was the best of the several Lucado books I have read and I would highly recommend it to those struggling with their place in the world, or seeking insights on how to help their children find their path.
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received this book free from the publisher through the BookSneeze®.com < [...]> book review bloggers program. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255 < [...]> : "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."
October 13, 2011
Filled with encouragement, Lucado’s little book gives Christians a boost to discover our uniqueness to showcase the glory of God. Not ourselves, not even to contribute to society, but to praise and glorify our Creator. What an intriguing and refreshing way to think of ourselves in God’s eyes.
The spirit has given each of us special gifts to make a big deal of God.
How do we find them? This book is divided into two parts: the first is an exploration of our uniqueness; the second, a workbook showing us how to find it.
Lucado gives pages of statistics from surveys that show Americans claim to be unhappy going to work. Since God wants us to work, what do we do? How do we break out of the “epidemic of commonness?” Lucado counsels us to find our true talents by studying ourselves and learning who we are so we can match our abilities with suitable work. “Re-relish your moments of success and satisfaction. For in the merger of the two, you find your uniqueness.”
We’re also encouraged to understand the concept of “enough”; or not to let gathering stuff compound our ability to honor God. The author encourages us to know God and to be fully known by accepting the price he paid for us, keeping our focus and worship on him. And in that vein, think of our work at worship. After all, it belongs to him. Make everything count-even the smallest of deeds
Filled with stories of people from Biblical through modern times who listened to God and themselves to discover their innermost gifts, Cure For the Common Life will cheer the reader who is also searching for purpose. The second part of the book, the workbook, guides us through the STORY process: finding our sweetspot (reflecting on enjoyable things done well); the recurring themes in our lives; optimal conditions (what kick-starts and keeps our interest); the relationships in our lives; and the Yes! Component-what I can do to improve and affect others. There are also notes and a chapter by chapter study guide.
I received a copy of this eBook from BookSneeze for review.
The spirit has given each of us special gifts to make a big deal of God.
How do we find them? This book is divided into two parts: the first is an exploration of our uniqueness; the second, a workbook showing us how to find it.
Lucado gives pages of statistics from surveys that show Americans claim to be unhappy going to work. Since God wants us to work, what do we do? How do we break out of the “epidemic of commonness?” Lucado counsels us to find our true talents by studying ourselves and learning who we are so we can match our abilities with suitable work. “Re-relish your moments of success and satisfaction. For in the merger of the two, you find your uniqueness.”
We’re also encouraged to understand the concept of “enough”; or not to let gathering stuff compound our ability to honor God. The author encourages us to know God and to be fully known by accepting the price he paid for us, keeping our focus and worship on him. And in that vein, think of our work at worship. After all, it belongs to him. Make everything count-even the smallest of deeds
Filled with stories of people from Biblical through modern times who listened to God and themselves to discover their innermost gifts, Cure For the Common Life will cheer the reader who is also searching for purpose. The second part of the book, the workbook, guides us through the STORY process: finding our sweetspot (reflecting on enjoyable things done well); the recurring themes in our lives; optimal conditions (what kick-starts and keeps our interest); the relationships in our lives; and the Yes! Component-what I can do to improve and affect others. There are also notes and a chapter by chapter study guide.
I received a copy of this eBook from BookSneeze for review.
October 11, 2010
You were created a unique individual. This book by popular author Max Lucado shows you the way to find your uniqueness. As in most of his books the author has some meaningful one liners. The book starts with one about your purpose: "God packed you on purpose for a purpose." This could almost be the title for the book. When God designed each of us he put different talents and desires in our hearts. This was not done randomly but by his design so we could do His will.
"Childhood tendencies forecast adult abilities." The author goes on to say that we can tell our abilities from looking back and reviewing our childhood. When were you the happiest? Were you organizing a club for the neighborhood or were you the one building the clubhouse? Maybe you were the one going door to door recruiting kids or maybe you were getting the snacks ready. Each of the different activities shows a different ability you might have. This book will help you narrow down your abilities and better understand what activities the Lord has designed you to do. Once you understand what abilities you were given, you are better able to do God’s will for your life.
This book also gives great tips on helping your children find their special abilities. Do not just push your children where you think they should go. "Don’t see your child as a blank slate awaiting your pen, but as a written book awaiting your study."
The second half of this book has an extensive workbook area to help you narrow down your special expertise. If you have the time, work through the different steps and you will learn important information about yourself.
Max Lucado sums up this book with another great one liner, "You are the only you God made!" What an encouraging book to anyone unsure of their talents or doubting the job God has led them to.
"Childhood tendencies forecast adult abilities." The author goes on to say that we can tell our abilities from looking back and reviewing our childhood. When were you the happiest? Were you organizing a club for the neighborhood or were you the one building the clubhouse? Maybe you were the one going door to door recruiting kids or maybe you were getting the snacks ready. Each of the different activities shows a different ability you might have. This book will help you narrow down your abilities and better understand what activities the Lord has designed you to do. Once you understand what abilities you were given, you are better able to do God’s will for your life.
This book also gives great tips on helping your children find their special abilities. Do not just push your children where you think they should go. "Don’t see your child as a blank slate awaiting your pen, but as a written book awaiting your study."
The second half of this book has an extensive workbook area to help you narrow down your special expertise. If you have the time, work through the different steps and you will learn important information about yourself.
Max Lucado sums up this book with another great one liner, "You are the only you God made!" What an encouraging book to anyone unsure of their talents or doubting the job God has led them to.
November 22, 2023
God made one version of you. He custom designed you for a one-of-a-kind-assignment. Your life has a plot; your years have a theme. You can do something in a manner that no one else can.”
Max Lucado writes those words in the opening chapter of Cure for the Common Life. He explains God (from a Christian perspective) created every human being with their own set of talents and designed them for a divine assignment to be fulfilled during their life. I will admit that I have always believed each human life has a purpose beyond the humdrum of everyday living. Some people find their purpose early in life and can stay on that path throughout their lives. Others (like me) have to go through ups and downs in order to find their purpose. Unfortunately, there are some who never find their purpose and end up living life on society’s terms instead of God’s terms.
Cure for the Common Life unpacks how every person can find their sweet spot and flourish in it. Lucado provides his usual homespun stories and biblical references to augment his theme. I read this book when it was first published in 2005 and attended his home church of Oak Hills in San Antonio, Texas, where he preached about this topic in a sermon series. Reading this book nearing 20 years later, it continues to have a lasting impact on me. Regardless of belief, everyone can gain insight from the timeless principles.
I would encourage anyone that feels directionless in their life or doesn’t know what their purpose is to read Cure for the Common Life. Discovering our God-given uniqueness will guide us back onto the path designed specifically for us. Cure for the Common Life will make it onto my all-time favorite books list, and I will gladly advocate for it when the right chance arises.
Max Lucado writes those words in the opening chapter of Cure for the Common Life. He explains God (from a Christian perspective) created every human being with their own set of talents and designed them for a divine assignment to be fulfilled during their life. I will admit that I have always believed each human life has a purpose beyond the humdrum of everyday living. Some people find their purpose early in life and can stay on that path throughout their lives. Others (like me) have to go through ups and downs in order to find their purpose. Unfortunately, there are some who never find their purpose and end up living life on society’s terms instead of God’s terms.
Cure for the Common Life unpacks how every person can find their sweet spot and flourish in it. Lucado provides his usual homespun stories and biblical references to augment his theme. I read this book when it was first published in 2005 and attended his home church of Oak Hills in San Antonio, Texas, where he preached about this topic in a sermon series. Reading this book nearing 20 years later, it continues to have a lasting impact on me. Regardless of belief, everyone can gain insight from the timeless principles.
I would encourage anyone that feels directionless in their life or doesn’t know what their purpose is to read Cure for the Common Life. Discovering our God-given uniqueness will guide us back onto the path designed specifically for us. Cure for the Common Life will make it onto my all-time favorite books list, and I will gladly advocate for it when the right chance arises.
December 31, 2011
Tired of feeling common? Not sure where you fit in the world? Tired of your everyday routines? Not sure where your sweet spot is anymore? You know that moment where you know you are doing what you were created to do, that moment where everything just makes sense. The Cure for the Common Life is here to help you find your sweet spot again. Lucado goes chapter by chapter to remind you to look at the things that are truly your strengths rather than the things you may just be doing or were thrown into. He reminds us to focus on our strengths and remember the moments where we truly felt successful. Through this book and the resources Lucado has provided you will be able to determine where your God-given strengths lie, and help to remind you of the moments in life where you have truly felt successful.
I really enjoyed this book, especially being at a point of trying to figure out where I should be going and what I should be doing, the cure for the common life was a great start to help in defining the things that I am gifted at and how I can use them to please God and to help others. Lucado reminded me that although many times people ask us to do things we help because we feel like we are supposed to and we feel bad because we think no one else will step up, but doing things that are not in our giftings drags up down and does not help to further the kingdom of what God has called us to do individually.
This book was provided complimentary by BookSneeze.com in exchange for an honest review. The opinions expressed are my own.
I really enjoyed this book, especially being at a point of trying to figure out where I should be going and what I should be doing, the cure for the common life was a great start to help in defining the things that I am gifted at and how I can use them to please God and to help others. Lucado reminded me that although many times people ask us to do things we help because we feel like we are supposed to and we feel bad because we think no one else will step up, but doing things that are not in our giftings drags up down and does not help to further the kingdom of what God has called us to do individually.
This book was provided complimentary by BookSneeze.com in exchange for an honest review. The opinions expressed are my own.
July 15, 2016
With one third of Americans hating their careers, Lucado reminds us that being miserable in our jobs is not blessing from God. His cure to this common life is a guide to discovering our unique purpose with practical steps to work towards living it out.
Many of us have been told and believe that if we work hard enough we can be anything we want to be. Max challenges that maxim. If you do not have the meat sense of a butcher, or the world vision of an ambassador, can you be one? Perhaps, but you will likely be unhappy and dissatisfied. The cure is finding what we were created to be by identifying our unique talents and gifts. The sweet spot is the place where our passions and talents connect.
Taking the time to apply what he suggests will enable us to learn how to discover our own personal STORY: Strengths, Topic, Optimal conditions, Relationships, and Yes! moments. Readers are encouraged to explore how our gifts and talents fit into a larger context of affirming and helping others. At the same time, readers focus on what it is about our work that is fulfilling and uplifting.
Lucado writes from a Christian perspective, providing liberal Biblical support for concepts and suggested actions. There is also a section for helping children find their one-of-a-kind assignment in life. If you haven’t read any of Max Lucado’s works, this is an excellent place to start. He delivers an inspirational message that is easy to read and practical.
Many of us have been told and believe that if we work hard enough we can be anything we want to be. Max challenges that maxim. If you do not have the meat sense of a butcher, or the world vision of an ambassador, can you be one? Perhaps, but you will likely be unhappy and dissatisfied. The cure is finding what we were created to be by identifying our unique talents and gifts. The sweet spot is the place where our passions and talents connect.
Taking the time to apply what he suggests will enable us to learn how to discover our own personal STORY: Strengths, Topic, Optimal conditions, Relationships, and Yes! moments. Readers are encouraged to explore how our gifts and talents fit into a larger context of affirming and helping others. At the same time, readers focus on what it is about our work that is fulfilling and uplifting.
Lucado writes from a Christian perspective, providing liberal Biblical support for concepts and suggested actions. There is also a section for helping children find their one-of-a-kind assignment in life. If you haven’t read any of Max Lucado’s works, this is an excellent place to start. He delivers an inspirational message that is easy to read and practical.
February 10, 2017
I usually am a huge fan of Max Lucado's book but this one didn't reach his usual greatness. Yes, there were a few great stories and some moments of insight but on the whole it did not move me like his other books. Some of his points seemed kind of a reach as well. Instead of being a cure for the common life, it read more like a cure for your bad self image. I did appreciate that he did say that the best cure for bad I-sight is worship, focusing on God always helps give use the right perspective.
One illustration I found powerful came near the end of the book. Ulrich Zwingli, a Swiss reformer, had a disagreement with Martin Luther. How would he resolve this? He found the answer one morning as he watched two mountain goats work out their own problem. The two male goats were approaching one another on a narrow mountain path. As they both backed up and lowered their horned heads Zwingli assumed they would ram each other to see who would gain the path, but no. To his surprise the ascending goat lay down on the path. The other goat simply stepped on his back and continued down the hill. The first goat then arose and continued on its way to the top. "The goad made it higher because he was willing to bend lower." That is a Max Lucado story at its best.
One illustration I found powerful came near the end of the book. Ulrich Zwingli, a Swiss reformer, had a disagreement with Martin Luther. How would he resolve this? He found the answer one morning as he watched two mountain goats work out their own problem. The two male goats were approaching one another on a narrow mountain path. As they both backed up and lowered their horned heads Zwingli assumed they would ram each other to see who would gain the path, but no. To his surprise the ascending goat lay down on the path. The other goat simply stepped on his back and continued down the hill. The first goat then arose and continued on its way to the top. "The goad made it higher because he was willing to bend lower." That is a Max Lucado story at its best.
February 8, 2011
I have been wanting to read this book for a very long time, thinking it would change my life in unimaginable ways, I know alot of pressure to put on an inanimate object. I can't say that it moved beyond words. It did make me think about my life, choices I have made and/or are making. I feel that for the most part I am living in my sweet spot. And according to my daughter I am seeing as how how we have have two dogs that spend most of their days asleep on the couch. Instead of pointing me in a different direction this book helped renew/revigor my spirtuality and to take time to thank God for the things I have. Instead of changing paths I now want to continue to do what I do knowing I do it with purpose.
I booked mark the chapter on children so that my husband can read it. I hope that we can guide our children and not be a road block to them so that they can grow and find their sweet spot much easier than I have but most importantly have faith in themselves.
I booked mark the chapter on children so that my husband can read it. I hope that we can guide our children and not be a road block to them so that they can grow and find their sweet spot much easier than I have but most importantly have faith in themselves.
January 27, 2016
I continue to read more of Max Lucado's books now that I am hooked. This book blew my mind. I am forever grateful to my pastor for recommending this book. If not for him, I would have never read the book and would have never become a much better person. As is, I read it and find myself excited about my life journey.
As the title states, Max Lucado explains God's purpose for us on earth. God doesn't intend us to lead boring lives. Instead, God blesses us with unique set of skills that NO ONE else has. God wants us to discover these skills, apply them, and bring glory to Him. God promises that once we find our sweet spot in life, our lives will never be boring and will be very rewarding.
Max Lucado uses verses from all over the Holy Bible, the living embodient of God's Word, to support his points. He writes so well due to his uncanny ability to explain in such a way that everyman and everywoman can understand and relate to.
I highly, highly recommend this book!
As the title states, Max Lucado explains God's purpose for us on earth. God doesn't intend us to lead boring lives. Instead, God blesses us with unique set of skills that NO ONE else has. God wants us to discover these skills, apply them, and bring glory to Him. God promises that once we find our sweet spot in life, our lives will never be boring and will be very rewarding.
Max Lucado uses verses from all over the Holy Bible, the living embodient of God's Word, to support his points. He writes so well due to his uncanny ability to explain in such a way that everyman and everywoman can understand and relate to.
I highly, highly recommend this book!
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