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    Carry On, Warrior: Thoughts on Life Unarmed
    Carry On, Warrior: Thoughts on Life Unarmed
    Carry On, Warrior: Thoughts on Life Unarmed
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    Carry On, Warrior: Thoughts on Life Unarmed

    Written by Glennon Doyle Melton

    Narrated by Glennon Doyle Melton

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    **The first book from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Untamed**

    The inspiring and hilarious instant New York Times bestseller from the beloved writer, speaker, activist, and founder of Momastery, whose memoir Love Warrior was an Oprah’s Book Club selection.

    Glennon Doyle’s hilarious and poignant reflections on our universal (yet often secret) experiences have inspired a social movement by reminding women that they’re not alone. In Carry On, Warrior, she shares her personal story in moving, refreshing, and laugh-out-loud new essays and some of the best-loved material from Momastery. Her writing invites us to believe in ourselves, to be brave and kind, to let go of the idea of perfection, and to stop making motherhood, marriage, and friendship harder by pretending they’re not hard. In this one woman’s attempt to love herself and others, readers will find a wise and witty friend who shows that we can build better lives in our hearts, homes, and communities.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherSimon & Schuster Audio
    Release dateApr 2, 2013
    ISBN9781442358225
    Carry On, Warrior: Thoughts on Life Unarmed
    Author

    Glennon Doyle Melton

    Glennon Doyle is the author of the New York Times bestselling memoir Carry On, Warrior. She is also the founder of Momastery, an online community reaching millions of people each week. She is the creator and president of Together Rising—a non-profit organization that has raised over four million dollars for families around the world through its Love Flash Mobs, which have revolutionized online giving.  Glennon is a sought-after public speaker and her work has been featured on the TODAY Show, The Talk, OWN, and NPR and in The New York Times, Ladies' Home Journal, Glamour, Family Circle, Parents Magazine, Newsweek, Woman's Day, and in other television and print outlets. Glennon lives in Florida with her family. For more information on Glennon, please visit www.momastery.com

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    • 5/5
      I received this book as a Goodreads First Reads giveaway! I work with people who are seeking recovery in their lives everyday and this book was a breath of fresh air! The author uses fantastic humor when sharing her personal challenges and ultimately says out loud what everyone else is thinking. I love this woman!! I could relate to almost every situation she presented and could not wait to read on. The book is non-threatening and non-judging and would make a great resource for any woman who is going through their personal recovery now or in past or wants to support others that are. Glennon Melton has a way of sharing her spiritual supports in a non preachy tone, which means the world for someone like me who is not practicing in any religious faith. Anyone who is wanting to read a true life, heartfelt and motivational story needs to read this book. I was left with many thoughts of self-reflection, ideas on how to be more positive in my world and how to embrace the world as we know it. I think it takes a tonne of guts and bravery to put yourself out there and tell others about the true you! Glennon Melton does this with boldness and laughter with many sprinkles of reality and 100% humility. 5 Stars for me! So glad I had the opportunity and will highly recommend!
    • 4/5
      Some of he phrasings in this book were SO spot-on. Some of the chapters were absolutely wonderful, informative, filling the reader with hope, motivating and inspiring. Parts of the book, however were a bit flat too, and as much as I admire the author's openness, parts of her writing can be triggering.
      Doyle is surely a very talented writer, and both her vulnerability and her frankness are admirable. She describes everyday struggles on various levels, from moral through social to practical. I agree with some of the previous posted reviews that this book surely won't be for everybody. I bet Glennon Doyle isn't for everybody. I resonated with much of what she's writing about, so go on, "pick & choose", and you'll surely enjoy this book.
    • 3/5
      This wasn't the most cohesive book, and multiple chapters fell flat but overall this is passionate and interesting.
    • 4/5
      Read from September 17 to 24, 2016Sometimes the perfect book comes across your path at the perfect time. This was recommended to me by my yoga teacher/friend and it was exactly what I needed. Anytime that happens I'm reminded of the FIVE LAWS OF LIBRARY SCIENCE:1. Books are for use. -- I underlined and wrote all over this one!2. Every reader her book. -- I needed this book right now. Life has been rough this summer. So many transitions have made everything so overwhelming and difficult.3. Every book its reader. -- It wasn't available via eBook at the library so I bought it. Which is GOOD because I used it (see #1).4. Save the time of the reader. -- Since it wasn't available from the library, Amazon made it easy for me. 5. The library is a growing organism. -- I recommended it to the library so GROWING that collection (also timely because her book Love Warrior is an Oprah pick!). I'm so thankful Glennon chose to share her story and I can't wait to read Love Warrior!
    • 3/5
      I first heard of this book from one of my employees. (The author is a relative of hers.) I found it interesting even though I didn't agree with at least a third of what the author believes.

      On the one hand, since it is a series of personal essays, it makes sense for the author to read it. After all, she knows her own cadence and in what vein the words she wrote were intended to be read.

      But on the other, there were times when I thought the author's tone and words combined to create a petulant, whining, spoiled tone when I'm not sure that was how she intended to come across. (There were times that she used this tone to illustrate a point and that's fine. But other times, I don't think it was how she intended it to come across--most notable for me was in the story of her first birthday after she married Craig.)

      I thought the story of taping the pan to the counter and the story about laundry were both funny and both well told.
    • 5/5
      This won't be for everyone, but it was definitely for me. Sometimes in life you are sent a blessing in disguise - a gift you didn't even know you wanted. That was this book for me. It made me feel less crazy, less awful, less alone. The author's style is quite informal, and I listened to the audiobook read by the author, so it literally seemed like she was talking directly to me. I am a fan of her work, her honesty, and her philosophy. We can do hard things. We belong to each other. Love wins. Thank you, Glennon.
    • 3/5
      Funny and poignant. Made me find her blog (Momastery) and start to follow her. Some stories are better than others, but when she's on, she is dead on. Brought me to tears on more than one occasion. Had me laughing out loud, too. Worth the read if you like memoirs and/or essays.
    • 4/5
      Carry On, Warrior: Thoughts on Life Unarmed by Glennon Doyle MeltonScribner, 2013Nonfiction; 288 pgs(e-book copy provided by publisher)I had never heard of Glennon Doyle Melton before being approached to be a part of this tour. Before agreeing, I did a little research, including visiting Glennon's blog, Momastery. I like what she has to say. I like what she represents. She seems like a smart and witty woman who is all about empowering women and respecting--and supporting--each other. And so, I agreed to read and review her book.I immediately liked Glennon, from her openness about her life with all its hardships to her positive attitude. She fell into addiction at a young age, as well as an eating disorder. She never felt like she fit in and found a hollow comfort in controlling what went in and came out of her body. It wasn't until she became pregnant by a man she barely knew that she realized she needed to get her life together. It was a difficult struggle, but with the help and support of her family, especially her sister, Glennon made it happen. I couldn't help but think of my graduate school research partner as I read Glennon's story. Her own experience was similar in terms of her addiction and lifestyle choices early in her life. And like Glennon, she made the decision to turn her life around and is now an inspiration to others.One day at the park, Glennon writes that she was talking with another mother and grew tired of the usual superficial banter. She spilled her story to this woman she didn't know all that well and was met with tears and a heartfelt story from this new friend. The woman could have had a completely different reaction, of course, but her own openness spurred Glennon on. Glennon knew she had to continue what she started and so she has--both in her personal life and in starting her blog. She let down her guard, let people see who she really was and not just what she wanted them to see. I recently tried to recreate a similar moment with the mother of one of my daughter's friends and was met with a quick change of subject. I didn't exactly give her my whole history--just shared a personal struggle I'd had that fit in with the conversation. It was something, and even though it may not have led to a best friend forever scenario (I didn't expect it would anyway), I am glad I spoke up. In actuality, I have been more open and honest about quite a few things over the last year and a half--talking about how hard (and funny) parenting can be and the like--and it has been very rewarding in terms of getting other women to talk about some of their struggles. While time and experience is its own confidence builder, I also feel these conversations have given me a bit more confidence, especially in my parenting choices which aren't always in alignment with what everyone else I know is doing. So, I can relate to Glennon's approach.The book is essentially a series of essays (many of which have appeared on her blog at one time or another). Glennon's writing style is conversational, and she comes across as someone who is easy to relate to. At least I found her so. There were times I wish she'd delved a little deeper, taken it a little farther. Ultimately, though, the author describes her experiences, her decision to be more truthful in her life, her family life and her love for her children. She talks about her faith and her strong friendships. She explains that she wants people to be more open with each other, more honest, and to be open to each other. She wants people, especially women, to stop competing with each other, to see how we are similar and value and accept each others differences--and most of all, to be kind to ourselves, to forgive ourselves when we falter or make mistakes.As I read Glennon's thoughts and story, I felt just the way I'm sure she hoped I would feel. Validated. Hopeful. Inspired. How long will these feelings last? I don't know. But while I was reading, it sure felt nice. I was touched by her experiences, could relate to much of what she said, and admire her all the more for who she is, what she has done and what she strives to do. She isn't perfect, and I like that about her too. Perhaps most of all.There will be some who won't connect with Glennon, I imagine. She had to make some hard choices in her life and has beliefs that might not gel with everyone else's. Even so, I think her message is one that encompasses all of us out there.
    • 5/5
      Having never heard of Glennon or her blog Momastery, I picked this book up because of the title and the colorful cover. In this case, I am happy to judge the book as colorful as it's cover and as clever as it's title. If, at church, I ran into Glennon, cute as a button with her handsome husband and three darling children, I would feel inferior. I always think people who are thin, stylishly dressed and bubbly have it all together and I think some day I'll have it all together too. Glennon's book was so refreshing! I loved hearing that outward appearances can be wrong! Maybe I've got it together as much as anyone, no matter my weight or how stylish I dress. Her perspective on religion is very thought provoking and begs further contemplation which I intend to do as soon as I buy this book!