Girl, Wash Your Face is a self-help book that combines memoir, motivational tips, Bible quotations, and common-sense advice. The book is structured around 20 lies that the author, Rachel Hollis, once believed about herself and how she overcame them. Each chapter focuses on a specific lie, such as 'I'll start tomorrow' or 'I am defined by my weight,' and provides personal anecdotes and practical strategies for overcoming these obstacles. The book emphasizes the importance of personal responsibility, self-reliance, and living with passion and purpose. It also includes elements of Hollis's own life experiences, from her family background to her career and personal relationships, making it a relatable and motivational read for many women[1][3][5].
In 'Girl, Stop Apologizing', Rachel Hollis challenges women to stop talking themselves out of their dreams. The book is divided into three parts: 'Excuses' to let go of, 'Behaviors' to adopt, and 'Skills' to acquire. Hollis shares personal stories and practical advice on how to overcome common limiting beliefs, develop successful habits, and set goals effectively. The book aims to empower women to be true to themselves, set boundaries, and gain real confidence in life.
This week’s guest on Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu is Rachel Hollis. Rachel Hollis is an American author, motivational speaker, and blogger. She is the founder of the Hollis Company and the New York Times best-selling author of "Girl, Wash Your Face" and "Girl, Stop Apologizing" among other books. In this episode, she talks about stepping into your calling, how to stop caring about what other people think, and the importance of mindset and skill acquisition.
SHOW NOTES:
Why her book was inspired by Demi Lovato’s sorry not sorry [3:50]
She identifies as a recovering people-pleaser [5:07]
How she went from feeling paralyzed by what people think to becoming a savage [7:07]
Why she doesn’t care if people love her [11:04]
How she deals with triggers and family [11:50]
Why she focuses so much on intention [14:56]
How important mindset, morning routines, and written affirmations are for accomplishing your goals [15:30]
Why she wrote her book around excuses & skill acquisition [18:52]
How her older brother’s mental illness shaped her life [22:26]
The “if only” happiness fallacy [24:49]
Why she believes high performers deal with anxiety, depression, and other triggers [29:45]
The finale she did in her event and opened herself up to the opinions of others [31:27]
What she did when her husband disliked the fact that she was waking up at 5am [33:01]
Why so many women lose themselves in marriage [34:10]
“When you step into what you’re called to, you give others the permission to do it” [36:40]
Why it’s okay that other people may be right [39:27]
The impact she wants to have in the world [40:05]
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