Bob Goff, well-known author, podcaster, and public speaker, has a brand new book named, "Undistracted: Capture Your Purpose. Rediscover Your Joy." Throughout his book, Goff encourages his readers to live a live that is undistracted, which he claims can only be done once you know your true purpose. He supports this claim by including personal anecdotes and Scripture references. This book was easy to read and very applicable.

Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC. All opinions are my own.

While there is nothing revolutionary in this book, it does read like a good pep talk from Bob Goff. And who doesn't want a pep talk from Bob Goff? His optimism and zest for life and Jesus is infectious. This book is motivating in how we look out for other people and are available to serve others. Bob puts his personal phone number in every one of his books. Did you know this about him? Can you imagine the calls he gets? He not only preaches how to serve others, he lives it. And this book is motivating and inspirational to do the same.

Bob Goff takes you through insightful stories to deliver his main message: watch out for your distractions so you can see clearly your big purpose!
Life is full of urgent tasks and distractions that both hijack our joy. The truth nuggets that the author insert throughout the chapter always point to Jesus.

Some of my favourite quotes:
“Get busy seeing yourself the way God sees you.”
“Think of phone use as cheating on your family”.

Goff immediately drew me in with the synopsis of this book! His writing style made me feel like we were best friends and he was sharing stories, wisdom, and nuggets from life with me. I made so many notes and highlights, and they're things I'll return to again and again for encouragement and focus. I left this book with a renewed sense of purpose for God's plan for my life and this quote in the forefront of my mind:

"We need to block our view of the things that hardly matter at all, stop returning to the patterns that do not serve our larger objectives, start recognizing what is temporary and transitory, and instead focus intensely on the things that will last forever: our faith, our families, and our purposes. When you direct your attention to these things, you will find your joy."

I’ve never had a big brother, but if the role were subject to referendum, I’d vote for Bob Goff in a heartbeat. The truth is that I have purposely avoided Goff’s work until now, having consigned it to a genre I’ve named “perky self-help books.”

One glorious discovery from Undistracted is that it’s not only NetFlix or the daily Wordle that’s stealing our attention from what’s important. A distraction is anything that keeps me from doing what I was meant to do–to “live a life loaded with legacy.”

I was delighted with Goff’s suggestion that I could actually “dazzle God” somehow with my little life, and I thought, “He’s right!” God is dazzled when his children “open the unique gift God wrapped” in us; when we “stop thinking we need a different ticket from the one [we’ve] already got”; when we “find the work he has given [us] and do it until the job is done.”

Perhaps the biggest gift from Bob Goff’s story is that he knows when to quit, and he’s not afraid to do it. He left behind a successful law practice to pursue his passion for encouraging people. When he became a grandfather, he cancelled seventy-two speaking engagements because he didn’t want to miss a moment with those priceless grandkids. This feels so affirming to my own personal choice to work as a substitute teacher instead of getting a “real job”– just so that I can be available to my kids and grandkids.

Perhaps most important for the evangelical community of my heart is this: “Most disagreeable people out there don’t think they are mean. They think they are right.” Whether or not you already have a big brother, you will benefit from Bob Goff’s warm counsel and engaging stories.

Many thanks to NetGalley and Thomas Nelson for providing a copy of this book to facilitate my review, which is, of course, offered freely and with honesty.

Bob Goff is unlike anyone else in the world right now. I consider him a modern day Mister Rogers. He’s challenging and poetic with his words and I appreciate his work so so much and so deeply.

I am a BIG Bob Goff fan. That said, let me add that "Undistracted" is his best book yet. In fact, since he publishes his cell phone number in each book, I just texted him to tell him how much I enjoyed "Undistracted". It was so good that I've been totally distracted for the last couple days. And that's a good thing . . . . just like this book.

I've said it before and I'll say it again. Reading a Bob Goff book always makes me smile.

This time he shares priceless wisdom on living a less distracted life. How less of what doesn't matter will lead you to more of what does.

Do unending To-Do lists, phone scrolling, and all the latest headlines leave you feeling unfulfilled? This book will help you refocus on what you want to be focused on.

Another great view of the world by the whimsical Bob Goff. This author has a way of making you look at your life in such a different way. We all lead lives that are distracting us from the path God plans for our lives. Undistracted will give you tips to learn to focus back on what is important in life.

Thank you to netgalley and the publisher for allowing me to read and review this book. All opinions are my own.

Bob Goff's books, including this one, contain anecdotes and stories from his life that relate to the topic. The topic of this book is "undistracted" which is about living a life free from distractions to allow you to truly appreciate the life you have. Bob Goff shows through the his writing some of the common distractions that we face and how to overcome them; he even mentions things that may be "good", but can still be distracting. A good book about how to overcome distractions to live the life God meant for you to live.

"Sometimes we are so busy looking up and looking forward trying to figure out the next moves in our lives - or looking backward at all the places we have been - that we don't look down and figure out where we actually are."

I received an eARC of this book from the publisher via NetGalley. All opinions expressed in this review are my own.

Bob Goff is just fun to read. His stories are amusing and the information shared is guaranteed worthwhile. I would recommend the title.

Bob Goff writes with unbridled enthusiasm for life. Like in his first two books, in this one he shares his incredible stories to illustrated the deeper points he is making. The overarching theme is that as a society we've become distracted from what really matters in life. I completely agreed with his premise, but didn't get into this book quite as much as his first two.

If you are a regular reader of Bob Goff's books, know that "Undistracted" is quintessential Bob with all the things you love about him, but no way is it a rehash or boring. New stories, but also new simple messages that directs us to deeper but usable insights. It's all the stuff you love about him, but even more. So if you're used to reading Bob, you'll love this one, too.

If you're new to Bob Goff, please definitely give this one a read. He takes a super-applicable issue for today (distractedness - hello, cell phones, busy lifestyles, too much to do, etc) and finds parallels to scripture and application that really do direct the reader to their knees in prayer, in thoughtful rest from the things that tempt and distract us. He brings the main thing back to the main thing in each story he tells. And his stories are the BEST. Always. His writing is funny, thoughtful, insightful, humble, and loving.

I wholeheartedly recommend "Undistracted" by Bob Goff with a big 5 stars. Thanks, Bob, for once again using your life to help others live better, love more, and laugh harder in every area of life.

Thank you to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for an advanced readers copy in exchange for an honest review.

Bob Goff has a way with words. He writes in a way that has me hearing his voice and finding the humor or sarcasm in the pages. I always enjoy his books and this one was no different. It is entertaining with personal stories and also so full of practical wisdom to enrich anyone who chooses to read it.

This book follows a structure familiar to those who have read Goff's previous books. He shares stories from his life and the lessons that followed, in a simple, matter-of-fact way. In this latest book Goff challenges readers to avoid the pit of distraction and pursue a purposeful, meaningful life. At times I find Goff's suggestions to be a bit too simplistic, with a Nike-esque "Just Do It" approach. However, Goff writes in such a likeable, approachable way, that there is always something to glean from and learn. The overall message of the book: figure out what's distracting you from what matters to you, and then actively fight against those distractions.

"Distractions are being fired in your direction. They come every day in the form of disappointments, insecurities, setbacks, small public failures, or huge private ones. Whatever your snipers, they will likely lurk around in your life and pop up in some related form in the future. Let's not act surprised when this happens; let's be prepared."

Undistracted is a fantastic book and Bob keeps it real as always.
He wrote truth and it was convicting to read.
Learning how to live in the moment and being present, living undistracted is the goal. I need to work on it a little more. I am learning.

I received an arc from NetGalley and this is my honest opinion.
Bob provides a clear picture in this book of ways to become Undistracted.
He keeps you interested through stories and applies clear principles to Live free from distraction and makes it relatable to every day life.
I definitely will be reading more by this Author as his use of humor and story telling is one of a kind.

I love Bob Goff! He has spoken at my church numerous times and he makes me laugh until I cry. His stories are so funny. His books always seem light hearted to me with a twist on biblical applications. Will always recommend his books!

Bob is an amazing teacher. He lightheartedly guides the reader with story through deep waters to see what really matters. As we process what matters, we chop off what doesn’t. Bob helps us find our goals big and small and stick with them. Great read.

Bob Goff is at it again with this lovely collection of stories and lessons from his own life. While I connected far more to his writing in Love Does and Everybody Always, this book is still a great encouragement for those who are wanting to focus on living with purpose. A good one-time read that feels like a friend.