I received a complimentary copy and all opinions expressed are entirely my own.

This is my first Rachel Anne Ridge and I was quite excited to read about donkeys. At the end of the book I felt like I knew Flash, I knew Rachel and I had traits of Flash. Rachel wrote a beautiful book that encourages and drives one to be a better version of themselves . It encourages one to get out of their comfort zone to be who God intended to be. We all need to read this book!

This book was truly wonderful. It was a mixture of biblical truths told from the standpoint of engaging tales about a woman and her donkeys. I had no idea how amazing donkeys were but I will never look at them the same again.

“Some of us feel like donkeys in a world that celebrates racehorses - the shiny and flashy success stories that make us question our own worth and abilities. But life isn't about competing for gold medals. It’s about understanding your unique strengths and using them to mine the gold that’s already within you.”

Oh. My. Goodness. I needed this book.

There’s nothing like social media to make one feel inadequate, is there?! Come on, be honest with yourself. You check the stats, the comments, the likes, other people’s beautifully created photos/reels. I know you do. STOP. COMPARING. It’s the thief of joy.

The paragraph below stopped me in my tracks and the tears started flowing. I re-read it over. Again. And. Again.

“Good leaves room for falling down, for the unexpected, for grace. It understands that some of life’s most priceless gifts are wrapped in ordinary packages. It gives permission for being kind to yourself and others. Don’t let your desire to be the best rob you of the goodness that’s all around you or take away your ability to do good in the moment. Stop trying to live your best life. Live your ‘goodest’ life instead.”

RIGHT?!

Rachel, I loved your GOLD framework, the ‘Dig Deeper’ workbook questions at the end of each section, and the lovingly placed hugs between the pages of your spectacular book. I especially loved the chapter titled “Joyful.”

Future readers, as you turn over the last page, you’ll have a big smile and your heart will be warmed knowing that what this world needs

🐴 Fewer racehorses and more donkeys.
🐴 Less spectacle and more substance.
🐴 Service over show.
🐴 Impact, not just entertainment.

I’m thankful for the reminder that I was designed to live well for the long haul.

You need this book. Source it now. In the meantime, check out the donkeys’ social media page ‘flashandhenry.’

I was gifted this impactful book by Tyndale House Publishers and NetGalley and was under no obligation to provide a review.