Tracie Miles

This didn’t give me what I was hoping for. The author spent too much time during the early chapters referring to statistics and examples of stress and how it’s unhealthy. This isn’t something I needed to be convinced of, and especially since I picked up this book ready to seek out solutions for relieving stress.

I was looking for answers based on the subtitle: “Finding God’s peace in your chaotic world.” I felt the book didn’t offer specific strategies, but instead delivered generalities.

The book was just OK. Each chapter contained “Reflection Questions” which actually allowed for more depth and insight than what was provided in the chapters. For that reason, this would make a good book to be read by a group, followed by discussion.… (mere)

Stress has always been a part of our existence. It's never been avoidable; There is also no denying that society today is more stressed out than ever, Which is why its so fitting for this edition of Miles' masterpiece to reappear on our raider. From its debut Stress Less Living has been a beautiful, deeply personal answer to our nations call for help.

Tracie Miles is an author I adore very much. With intelligently crafted prose and a deeply personal Miles forces us to take a step back for a moment, and to remember that there is only one place we must turn to for stress relief, for all things are possible through Christ.

Overall, Stress Less Living is an absolute must-have for any person dealing with stress. Even if you are not a Christian, the author gives many pieces of advice that can apply to anyone.

Thank you to netgalley for providing an e-copy for me to use in order to share my honest opinions. I am so happy to be able to honestly praise and support this author and such an amazing book.… (mere)

This was such an encouraging book for anyone who struggles with negative thoughts. The author writes warmly from her own experiences which is always better than reading an often dry how-to lecture. She also uses actual examples from others who have lived through difficult situations, which provides plenty of issues and how they were successfully handled. At the conclusion of every chapter there are bible verses pertaining to God's faithfulness and growing our faith, as well as journal-type questions to help you work through issues, if you wish. This would make a great group study, too. I read this book in the morning as part of my devotional time, so there are several ways this book can be used to great benefit for every reader. I just bought three copies to share with friends, as I think it's the kind of book that is not only helpful but also hopeful and supportive.… (mere)

I really enjoyed this book and loved the insight the author had about our negative thoughts. We all go through trials and sometimes it is hard to have a good attitude. No matter what our circumstances are, we can choose to have a positive attitude or choose to allow the enemy to take us further into despair. In this book the author gives us tools to help us overcome our fears and learn to have a great attitude.

I loved the authors examples from her own life and others to help us see how anyone can get trapped in thinking we have done something wrong, have anger issues, depression or whatever else the enemy wants to throw at us. I never thought about how my unhappy face or thoughts were affecting me. I loved when the author addressed an issue I have struggled with all my life. My parents always told me I was stupid, ugly and would never amount to anything. That has stayed with me for way to long. "If we listen to all this negative self-talk , which is not from God, we might end up sinking into an ocean of discouragement and hopelessness and feeling that we can never swim our way out of peaceful waters."

I like the study at the end of each chapter. The author recaps what the subject was, asks a few questions for us to think on and gives us scriptures to reinforce God's word. The book is filled with testimonies that show us that are others are going through similar issues. We need to always be alert to the traps of the enemy. I know for me it is that small voice saying I'm not good enough. I loved when the author said, "If we aren't mentally and spiritually prepared for battle, it is unlikely we will win. " I thought about the men and women who are serving our country . They have to always be prepared for battle, be alert and not let their guard down. I am encouraged after reading this book that I can change my thinking, become more positive and live a life of freedom. The catch is, I have to do my part. I have to choose not to listen to the enemy and fall for his tricks.

"Life is not always as we think it should be, but it is always as God planned it to be."

I received a copy of this book from LitFuse. The review is my own opinion.… (mere)