In this book, Brianna Wiest very beautifully explains how healing is a multidimensional process, encompassing the mind, body, and spirit. She offers practical exercises, meditations, and self-care practices that integrate these different aspects, creating a well-rounded approach to healing.The author emphasizes the importance of self-acceptance and compassion throughout the healing journey. Her approach is very gentle and non-judgmental, creating a safe space for readers to explore their emotions and begin the healing process Ok this book took me a lot 2 finish. I couldn’t quite see myself in it, I found it a bit superficial. The book was long whereas it could’ve been ways too shorter… it’s quite repetitive. The author of this book, Brianna Wiest, is substantially a natural writer in writing self-help and self-improvement books. Through writing the international best-selling titles such as "101 Essays That Change The Way You Think" and "The Mountain Is You”, she has been an icon in giving out pure advice, inspirational thoughts, words of motivation and a feeling of comfort to her readers. You can live within the questions. Life doesn’t start when we’re set on the answers, it unfolds within the questions themselves. Brianna Wiest For the self-abandoners:

All the time you spent feeling so uncomfortable was just your deepest self trying to speak to you, trying to remind you of its presence.You will need to shake. You will need to lay on the floor and literally shake out everything you’re holding. You will need to let yourself feel vulnerable and small—both of which are, at the end of the day, the two feelings we guard ourselves against the most. Remember, what you invest your energy in defines your existence, so prioritize cultivating genuine connections and focus on the plants that are eager to grow in your garden of life. Some chapters resonate more than others, but it’s all things we need to hear. The chapters are short and easy to digest, often feeling like a life-affirming pep talk. When You’re Ready, This Is How You Heal excels best at re-framing certain experiences and feelings. It got me looking at things from a different perspective, a healthier one. If you’re feeling adrift, navigating life changes, or experiencing the loss of a job or relationship, there is plenty here for you.

Change, both unforeseen and intentional, is a part of life’s journey. It’s essential to embrace it. Life’s unexpected offerings aren’t coincidences but signposts, nudging us toward needed transformation. Imagine standing at the edge of a high dive, your heart racing. You’ve spent years circling the pool, convincing yourself it’s where you should be. But now, the invitation to leap, to embrace change, stands right in front of you. What you build in the wake and aftermath of loss will be so profound, so stunning, you will realise that maybe, the loss was part of the plan. Maybe it awakened a part of you that would have remained dormant had you not been pushed the way you were.” It was always there. It was just buried under years and layers of identities and styles and beliefs and ideas that had adhered themselves to you like a shield. Stop having hard conversations with people who don’t want to change. Stop showing up for people who are indifferent about your presence. Stop prioritizing people who make you an option. Stop loving people who aren’t ready to love you. To be less muddy about what I take issue with, I'll be honest, Wiest's work comes off as hypocritical and insincere. I realize this isn't her goal. Of course it isn't. The problem with her instructions on "how to___" (you name it), is that she's speaking in broad strokes to millions of readers who have been spellbound by her beauty, perceived inner wisdom, and her (self professed) "old soul" qualities. In my opinion, the most lauded and trustworthy resources for getting from one side of any difficulty to the other, is finding someone who has taken a similar trek before you- someone who has experience with the skinned knees and bruised egos of experience. We live in an age with wellness coaches, health gurus, spiritual guides, and others offering solutions en masse. We're bombarded with people who have "answers." Before I ever take a grain of advice from anyone, I find out if they've lived enough of the questions themselves.Bad feelings should not always be interpreted as deterrents. They are also indicators that you are doing something frightening and worthwhile. Not wanting to do something would make you feel indifferent about it. Fear = interest. Brianna Wiest, 101 Essays

What I love most about Brianna Wiest‘s work is how her essays read like you‘re actually having a conversation with her. The essays deal with the matters in such a beautifully written and digestable way. They touch you. They leave an impression. They inspire. Actually, things are really right, which is why you finally feel safe enough to feel what you really feel. Stop projecting. Stop telling stories. Those dull, unsettling feelings are not in the future—they’re in the past. The more you are confused by the small, scary feeling you can’t figure out, the worse it gets. And the worse it gets, the more you become convinced that it’s a warning of what is to come. You start to attach thoughts to the feeling, fear stories. The stories, you realize, are illogical. You’re overreacting. You’re convinced your world is imminently coming to an end and these gut feelings, the ones you’ve been implicitly told to trust for so long, are simply warning you to take cover.

For the self-abandoners:

For the ones who face a fork in the road… There is only one path: the one that leads you to your truth. Table of Contents

Real love and compassion aren’t about forgiving and forgetting your way through numerous transgressions, violations or betrayals. It’s about being able to let go of the person who would subject you to those in the first place. It’s about knowing you can practice compassion from a distance, knowing that holding someone accountable is one of the most loving things you can do for them. Highly manipulative people don’t respond to compassion. They respond to consequences. Shahida Arabi, Power It is healthy and normal to feel anger when a boundary has been crossed or you are facing some sort of injustice. It is healthy and normal to feel sad and scared when life abruptly changes and you're not sure what's next. Bereits als ich das Buch vorbestellt hatte, wusste ich das dieses Buch etwas besonderes sein wird. Als ich den Titel online las, sagte mein Herz zu mir „Wir sollten das lesen. Wir brauchen das im Moment.“ Und so war es dann auch. What if the journey is really asking you to love a flawed person, so you might be able to love your own flaws the same way? I recently discovered this newly released book, “When You’re Ready, This Is How You Heal” by Briana Wiest. The book is highly recommended for those who are in pain and in despair. It may also be helpful for people who are tired, restless or having issues with their mental health. This book inspires the reader to focus on self-improvement and self-discovery. It does not only contain life lessons and advice but also gives reassurance to the reader like a friend listening quietly by their side.The stories, you realize, are illogical. You’re overreacting. You’re convinced your world is imminently coming to an end and these “gut feelings,” the ones you’ve been implicitly told to trust for so long, are simply warning you to take cover. Letting go isn’t just a last resort but a powerful practice in reclaiming your life. By releasing what no longer serves you, whether it’s thoughts, things, or relationships, you create space for growth and nourishment.