I knew most of Jordan's story from listening to her podcast, but reading it all was a good reminder of how much she's been through and how she keeps pushing toward her goals. She's inspirational and encouraging when things aren't going the way we want, and shares advice on how to keep moving forward despite adversity.

This book will bless those in college or their twenties and have experienced their first major heartache or roadblock on their goals and dreams. I respect Jordan for being vulnerable and sharing her journey. If you have lived a lot of life with many trials and/or studied several personal development books, this book may not be for you. I found myself taking a supporting role in smiling for Jordan versus having my life challenged for the better, as I do with many personal development books. There are a few times Jordan mentions a thought that sat with her for a long time. I smiled at her revelation, but none of them were new to me. She mentioned having this big long plan drawn out that had to be altered twice and my thought was “Wow, my life only allows for planning 90 days max.” Then she described how she only plans 90 days at a time now. I’m thankful she will encourage and challenge a younger generation. Jordan falls right on that border between Generation Z and millennials. She will bless Generation Z greatly.

I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

This book is full of really practical tips on how to live a more intentional life despite disappointments that we face.

As someone who has miscarried like the author, I felt like the pain of this experience was glossed over. She made a comment about how that was intentional to avoid triggers, but I just don’t find that helpful.

Overall, I would recommend this to anyone who is looking for practical tips on being present & finding contentment in difficult seasons.

What I liked most about “Embrace Your Almost” by Jordan Lee Dooley is that it’s a topic not often addressed. She writes candidly about her experiences throughout the in-between. Times you feel you’re almost there, but stuck in not quite or are almost there and it all comes crashing down.

Jordan offers practical advice on how to embrace disappointments and take steps to like where you are. She documents how she’s moved forward and how her experiences helped re-evaluate her goals.

“Embrace Your Almost” is a quick, encouraging read that will leave you thinking about your own life and areas to improve it.

Very quick and easy read. Felt like I was talking to a friend or big sister! I loved the practical advice and fun stories Jordan shared! She feels so authentic and down-to-earth. I highly recommend this book and don't have any complaints!

Everyone has likely had dreams and plans that didn't work out as expected. The author addresses those "almost" situations and reminds the reader that it's still possible to move forward because life is still good, and we still have a purpose. There's a lot to ponder in this book.

★★★★ ☐ The publisher has provided a copy for review.
Maybe you had big dreams and thought your plans were certain to work out. What if they didn't? What happens when disappointment or less-than-success is the result of your efforts instead?
Dooley examines the "almost" accomplishments that can derail our hopes and make us feel stuck. He offers options for moving on from what didn't go as planned.

Is life still good? Can you still contribute and feel that life has purpose and meaning. He says a resounding yes, and asks you to consider what you may have learned, grown in, and clarified by failures and pain.

Get this if you're stuck or in transition.

This book needs to be more clearly labeled as Christian Nonsense. I would not have requested it had I known it was religious.