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Present Over Perfect
Book • 2014
In 'Present Over Perfect', Shauna Niequist shares a series of essays that chronicle her personal journey from trying to be the perfect person to learning to live in the present.
The book invites readers into the authentic and often messy aspects of life, highlighting the importance of letting go of the need for perfection and instead finding balance and fulfillment in everyday moments.
Niequist reflects on her experiences with faith, family, and personal growth, offering practical and inspiring insights for those seeking a more authentic and meaningful life.
The book invites readers into the authentic and often messy aspects of life, highlighting the importance of letting go of the need for perfection and instead finding balance and fulfillment in everyday moments.
Niequist reflects on her experiences with faith, family, and personal growth, offering practical and inspiring insights for those seeking a more authentic and meaningful life.
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Shauna Niequist

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Recommended by the speaker as a short book that talks about how to live in a conscious awareness of God's presence.

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Mentioned by Pastor Greg Boyd, highlighting the constant presence of God.

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Mentioned by Emily P. Freeman, quoting Shana Nyquist, about understanding that clutter was the barrier.

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as the topic of their conversation, focusing on trading hustle for presence and pressure for grace.

Kate Bowler

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Mentioned by Rob as a transformative book on practicing the presence of God.

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as one of the crowd favorites available on the Headway app.


Lori Harder

Money, Systems & Microdosing with Erica Ash, Ian Bishop & Julie Cyvonne
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as a book she read during her journey from shopaholic to minimalist.

Renee Benes

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Mentioned by Emily P. Freeman in closing the podcast, quoting from the book about clutter being a barrier.

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Mentioned as one of the crowd favorite books on the Headway app.

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for its insights on navigating the hustle and bustle of life and finding self-acceptance.

Lindsey Nichol

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