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Review by fatimah_lanre -- From Drift to SHIFT
[Following is a volunteer review of "From Drift to SHIFT" by Jody B. Miller.]
4 out of 4 stars
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From Drift to Shift: How Change brings True Meaning and Happiness to your Work and Life by Jody B. Miller is a non-fiction book which embodies lessons that guide toward leading a meaningful, fulfilling and ultimately, happy life.
The book describes in outline the past events of various individuals who at some point in their lives experienced difficult situations ranging from childhood trauma to depression, from life-threatening accidents to disorders. Eventually, their heartaches with good intentions to help others would guide the heroes to their true calling, the career that makes them feel loved and that they matter in the world. Presently, these individuals live and work very happily, because they were willing and determined to make the shifts that would change their lives forever.
I liked how the book engages the reader in its discussion with captivating and enlightening stories, words of advice and encouragement, and other relevant research information in such a way that they all really add up. Every detail included complements the central theme, the writer was not found to digress nor stress so much on an idea. In it are also talks of adventure, silliness and good manners. The writer has a good sense of humour.
Jody Miller’s book employs a step-by-step approach to capture the concept of shifting. In four chapters, the writer speaks of understanding the need to make a shift in “Why Shift?”. Then, she explains other processes of shifting, “When to Shift”, “How to Shift” and finally, advises the reader on how to feel after undergoing a shift in “After the Shift”. Upon analyzing and reflecting on the chapters of the book, one may learn some of the right attitudes to adopt in the quest for happiness or simply maintaining it.
Finding lasting happiness with oneself could be quite difficult, and failure in doing so often results in depression and confusion. Some of the individuals interviewed in the book had to shift more than twice from their careers before realizing who they are meant to be. According to the author, life gives us hints to help us discover who we truly are, and what we are meant to do on Earth. From Drift to Shift can help you pay more attention to life’s signs so that you find fulfillment, and more meaning to your existence after all. I rate the book 4 out of 4 stars.
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4 out of 4 stars
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From Drift to Shift: How Change brings True Meaning and Happiness to your Work and Life by Jody B. Miller is a non-fiction book which embodies lessons that guide toward leading a meaningful, fulfilling and ultimately, happy life.
The book describes in outline the past events of various individuals who at some point in their lives experienced difficult situations ranging from childhood trauma to depression, from life-threatening accidents to disorders. Eventually, their heartaches with good intentions to help others would guide the heroes to their true calling, the career that makes them feel loved and that they matter in the world. Presently, these individuals live and work very happily, because they were willing and determined to make the shifts that would change their lives forever.
We want to find meaning and to be engaged in our work. We want to live our days with joy and a sense of freedom. We want to be happy.
I liked how the book engages the reader in its discussion with captivating and enlightening stories, words of advice and encouragement, and other relevant research information in such a way that they all really add up. Every detail included complements the central theme, the writer was not found to digress nor stress so much on an idea. In it are also talks of adventure, silliness and good manners. The writer has a good sense of humour.
Jody Miller’s book employs a step-by-step approach to capture the concept of shifting. In four chapters, the writer speaks of understanding the need to make a shift in “Why Shift?”. Then, she explains other processes of shifting, “When to Shift”, “How to Shift” and finally, advises the reader on how to feel after undergoing a shift in “After the Shift”. Upon analyzing and reflecting on the chapters of the book, one may learn some of the right attitudes to adopt in the quest for happiness or simply maintaining it.
Sometimes, we block our path. We let circumstances, people or negative thoughts prevent us from continuing on the road to happiness and fulfillment in work or in life. The challenge lies in releasing the negative and focusing on the positive so that our path can open for us.
Finding lasting happiness with oneself could be quite difficult, and failure in doing so often results in depression and confusion. Some of the individuals interviewed in the book had to shift more than twice from their careers before realizing who they are meant to be. According to the author, life gives us hints to help us discover who we truly are, and what we are meant to do on Earth. From Drift to Shift can help you pay more attention to life’s signs so that you find fulfillment, and more meaning to your existence after all. I rate the book 4 out of 4 stars.
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