Summary of Own Your Everyday Book by Jordan Lee Dooley
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Short summary
Do you often feel as though you’re failing no matter what you do? Are you always focused on what others think about you rather than how you feel about yourself? If so, it’s time to turn your thoughts inwards and learn to own every single day of your life as yours alone.
“Own Your Everyday” is a U.S. #1 bestseller, ideal for helping you to see your worth and reassure you that you really don’t have to have everything figured out right this second! Owner of the SHE podcast, Jordan Lee Dooley, is the everyday hero you need in your life, helping you to overcome self-limiting beliefs that stop you from achieving your goals.
“In a world where we often feel pressured to move forward as quickly as possible, the words that fill these pages shine light on the beautiful truth: there is a fulfilling life to be lived right here, where we are.” ~ Morgan Harper Nichols
The moment we leave school, we’re supposed to know our next step, what we want to do, and how we’re going to do it. We’re told we should have fire in our bellies to get the job done. But, what if you have no clue what you want to do?
This is a common issue, but how is it possible to know what you want to do with your life when you’re still a teenager? It’s a huge stretch! However, this problem doesn’t simply end with career choices; it drags on throughout the rest of your days, causing pressure that can seem overwhelming.
Trying to make long-term decisions too quickly can cause stress and pressure. Calm down and allow life to unfold naturally.
Jordan Lee Dooley’s readers often ask her how they’re supposed to find out what their purpose in life is. Surely, if we know our purpose, we know what steps to take next? The problem is, it’s not that simple. Everyone is unique, and we’re all trying to work out what we want, what we don’t want, and how to make it work. The pressure to know exactly what you want can be enough to push you completely away from your intended course.
The good news? You really don’t have to have it all figured out right now. It’s entirely possible to just go with the flow and make decisions as you move through your life. Enjoy the present moment and concentrate on making it as beautiful as possible. The rest will fall into place.
New opportunities appear all the time. You simply need to be open to them when they come along.
Many women, in particular, feel pressure to find their purpose early in life. Not being able to do that often leaves them feeling as though they’ve failed. Dooley argues that this mindset is nothing but dangerous. It causes you to search for your purpose as though it’s set in stone, missing the moment in the process.
I’m afraid we’ve shrunk purpose down to what we do on the outside, rather than who we are on the inside. ~ Jordan Lee Dooley
Modern society likes to put labels on everything, leading you to put a label on yourself or place yourself in a box. This might make you feel trapped, as though you can’t move in any other direction or test your boundaries. It’s time to set yourself free and realize that searching for a purpose often causes you to become even more lost.
By coming to terms with the fact that it’s okay to not know everything, you can start to carve out a life for yourself, which doesn't have to be defined from day one.
second key point
Acceptance from outside doesn’t count
Modern society teaches us to care far too much about what other people think. We believe that if someone likes what we do or agrees with it, that validation proves our worth. The issue here is that true validation and acceptance don’t come from external sources; they can only come from within.
In this empowering book, Jordan Lee Dooley explores the common struggle of feeling the need to prove oneself in today's society. With personal anecdotes and practical advice, she guides readers on a journey to overcome the pressure to conform and embrace their true purpose. Through relatable stories and actionable steps, Dooley encourages readers to own their everyday lives and confidently pursue what they were meant to do.
Who should read Own Your Everyday
Young adults struggling with the pressure to prove their worth.
Individuals seeking guidance to embrace their true purpose in life.
Anyone looking for practical strategies to overcome societal expectations.
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