Something I try to speak often with clients about is the idea of "pausing" and allowing a slowness to enter a routine. Gentle does such a great job of describing a coveted softness that can benefit us all mentally, away from the pressures of society (and those we inflict upon ourselves.)

This book was a “gentle” reminder on how to live a more stress free life. I would have preferred more exercises, but still a good book for those who want to start out in the self help genre.

Thank you to NetGalley and Grand Central Pub for this eARC!

Courtney Carver writes about simple living and minimalism. This book is a complement to her blog and her previous books by looking at simplifying by being gentle with ourselves. The book is in three parts: 1. Rest; 2. Less; and 3. Rise. Each short chapter in the sections gives one habit. Then Carver offers what she calls "tiny steps" to help you adopt the habit as well as a suggested first, gentle step. One chapter that I really liked was called "Little Saturday". It is a suggestion to have a mid-week weekend-like activity such as a takeout dinner and a fun movie to watch.
This book would be good to review on a regular basis when you are feeling overwhelmed and need ideas to help de-stress.
I received a complementary copy of this book via NetGalley.

If I’m being honest I am not really a self help reader type of girl, but right now things seem off. I dove in and was shocked about how I felt with the idea of being Gentler… I am a late 40’s woman who takes on way to much and gets anxious when it just doesn’t come out the way I wanted or hoped. So now with some new thought processes and new ideas of how to be Gentler on myself and possibly those around me that trigger my Menopausal tendencies to want to cry, I maybe able to tackle the new year of 2025 with some better optimism.

This book was such a gentile reminder of how to deal with stress. I personally always struggle with it so I'll be taking some of the tips I've learned with me moving forward.

Thank you to Grand Central Publishing and Netgalley for an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.

This is the perfect book too be reading and putting into practice at this time of year. With Thanksgiving and Christmas just around the corner, I can already feel the stress and anxiety of the season. I worry about picking the perfect gift, creating the most memorable family dinners, and presenting a calm exterior. I am so thankful to have been granted the opportunity to read Courtney Carver's book, Gentle. Just reading the title encourages me to take a breath and soften my body. I loved the reminders to be kind to ourselves and create space in our lives to live. I look forward to putting her suggestions into practice and making a new tradition to be gentle with myself this year.

I loved the cover, title, and content of this book! So many reminders that we need in this very busy world we all live in. Very simple, practical ideals and practices to complete were very much appreciated!

Oh my gosh, Courtney Carver, can we meet for coffee to talk about how ever gal should have this book!?! This book was just darling. I absolutely adored every single page. You have a gift with your writing. It was beautifully done! Ladies...go get this book! And buy it for all your friends. It's so good!