StoryJacking

I have been looking for a book like this since I read "The Charisma Myth". I love the idea of steering yourself and that you have all the power to change your situations.

Excellent! Through and easy to read .

Like so many books out there today, this one claims to be able to "Transform Your Life." Lofty claims for anything to make, let alone a book. Being one who happens to be keen to live my life to the fullest, I admit to being a frequent peruser of books that make essentially the same claims. Where they have failed, this one has succeeded.

It is not that there is anything new presented, rather, a small and simple path is given and then expanded upon. All the while, maintaining a step by step approach to riding the mind of those hiccups that are holding each one of us back. Still not unique, until one realizes the vast depths and expanse this book dives into. So basically once you've finished reading it, there is no rock left unturned within your psyche. It was a very pleasant surprise. I will definitely be recommending this one to people

I received an e-copy via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

4.5 stars
I enjoyed this book. The author does a great job outlining simple, powerful ways to recognize, heal, and rewrite the stories we've created about our lives. I love the idea of StoryJacking and this book offers plenty of exercises to dig into the areas we would rather ignore, but need to focus on. I appreciated the thoughtful stories, both real world and fables, and corresponding exercises and insights. The sections I got the most from were about personalizing things (guilty!) and snapshot stories.

I recommend this book for anyone who's ready to move forward with their journey by owning their old stories and writing a new, healthier one.

This book talks about inner dialogue and personal power… It was good, I just didn't learn anything new from it...it did not unjack my story!

“You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes. You can steer yourself any direction you choose. And will you succeed? Yes! You will, indeed (98and3/4 percent guaranteed.)” Be a hero of your story!

I wasn’t sure what to expect when I started reading this book, there are so many self-help books out there now but this one really stood out for me. I’ve coped with depression for as long as I remember and in the last few years have used medication, tried CBT and I’m currently thinking Counselling. The one thing I find very strange about the human being is our thought process. We never truly know what someone is thinking. We become confused when one task to us is simple and yet others can find it difficult. We each respond to events/situations differently and yet the solution is sometimes the same.

This little book is great for helping you decide what is best for you. Packed with quotes,tips and stories of what we can do and what can help provides a lovely little book that you can go back to time and time again. I read this straight through making notes to what I wanted to go back to. The bit I loved most was the exercises, soon to be available in pdf’s on the website, the book guides you through each exercise one step at a time.

So much pressure is put on us these days we forget the ability of just being still and this book reminds us of that. Not only the exercises mentioned above there is the act of mindfulness brought in. Again broken down to be able to fit into our busy lifestyles, to help us when we feel it’s all too much.

“My ability to work through my depression and anxiety will help other people.” Having a clear goal of where she was and where she was going and the work to get there”

Plot twist! how do you want to change your story?

This book is full of helpful advice. How to go on your own journey and explore who you are, looking at all the parts of you and either developing them or releasing them and becoming someone you love rather than hate/dislike as in most cases we do.

As the author says – ‘You are the key, your are the map and you are also the compass taking personal responsibilities of your feelings learning to be brave enough to love yourself and also calling yourself out on your nonsense is what it’s all about’
So go be Alice and start a new adventure and don’t forget to take this book with you.

“Curiouser and curiouser!” Cried Alice (she was so much surprised, that for the moment she quite forgot how to speak good English).”

― Lewis Carroll,

And before I forget, my favourite quote of the book that stood out the most for me was this, it really fits with how I feel at this moment in time……

“We must be willing to let go of the life we planned so as to have the life that is waiting for us.”

― Joseph Campbell


Thank you to NetGalley for the copy of this book.

Excellent work. Being a writer myself, I took great pleasure in exploring the topic and I can't wait to see what the author holds in store for their next work.

In a world of rehashed, self help books it is rare to find a fresh, unique take on transforming ones life. This book is one such rarity.

StoryJacking: Change Your Inner Dialogue, Transform Your Life by Lyssa Danehy deHart.
I found it interesting when she talked about what happens when you are angry and it hijacks your brain. It releases a chemical that increases your reactivity and decreases your ability to process information in a useful way. I have seen this happen but I didn’t realize there was a chemical that was causing. Distraction is a technique that is very useful in dealing with this.
Another insightful point she made was that our yesterday self already made all the decision that got us to where we are today. Our today self is making decision for our tomorrow self. Her purpose of the book is to help us understand our internal process, develop self awareness and actions so our today self makes a better tomorrow environment.
I have been fascinated by neuroplasticity (the fact our brains can and do change). No matter what has happened in our past our brains can change and we can develop new ways of thinking which can change how we act and approach things.
Seven Steps to StoryJacking:
Develop an awareness. She shares an assessment and books to help you determine your strengths.
Get curious about your relationship to your stories
Create a new vision or goal
Be courageous
Navigate the plot twists
Write a new story
Two main points that she shares from real examples is that if we employ a mental practice and a mindset, we can create significant changes.
You are the only one that is capable of determining your value. She shares a great visual to control+alt+delete anyone’s opinion of you that does not align with your opinion of you.
You should focus on what you can control and not on what you cannot control.
Each time you face your fears you are building up your courage muscle.

We have all heard that is takes 21 days to form a new habit. She shares that some habits are harder. She challenges us to think of a small step in a new habit we would like to start. For example do one push up or sit up to start a new habit.
I highly recommend this book. She shares actionable steps to help you reframe your thought process. We have the power to change our brain. It is simple but not easy.

A good book on guiding you through reflecting on your internal dialogue and the stories we tell ourselves and live by. Very useful and instructive.

loved reading this book - it made me reflect on the stories I've been telling myself. I was surprised to realize how far back in time some of my stories originate - one story was from second grade! Lyssa's book showed me how to shift this story and others - to be in charge of how I want to feel about the circumstances in my life. These concepts allow me to choose how I react to my stories - and actually to proactively shift my perspective. Great tools for success!

This was an interesting concept. I feel it will be helpful for those who are drawn to it.