“In this gem of a book, Bethaney Wilkinson invites us to tend to our lives—to offer more care to our spirits, more curiosity to our longings, and more space to our bodies. Grab a notebook as you read. Bethaney’s questions helped me diagnose my own burnout, and her guidance on rituals provides a road map to exit crisis mode.”—Beth Silvers, cohost of Pantsuit Politics; coauthor of I Think You're Wrong (But I’m Listening) and Now What?
“For those seeking a sustainable cadence for living, A More Beautiful Way to Live offers practices for soul-strength and resilience, grounded in the wisdom of the natural world. Writing with the gentleness of an experienced spiritual director, Bethaney Wilkinson is a kind and thoughtful companion, inviting us to tend our inner lives with care, trusting that patient, diligent work to ripple outward into communal good.”—Krissy Kludt, author of I Could Walk Forever and Know So Little; executive director of Writing the Wild
“I couldn’t put this book down. I saw my own journey and those of my friends reflected in its pages. Bethaney invites us to slow down, tune out the noise, and reconnect with what truly matters in a world that pushes us to keep striving and performing. She writes with remarkable clarity, blending her personal story with practical guidance and actionable tools for anyone seeking a more intentional life—a more beautiful way. The book is both raw and uplifting, capturing the realities of burnout, the ache for rest, and the courage it takes to choose a more meaningful path. Whether you are overwhelmed, searching for direction, or simply ready for change, this book will leave you empowered and inspired.”—Faitth Brooks, podcaster and author of Remember Me Now
“What I want you to know as you begin this journey is that you can trust Bethaney. She is a guide, a teacher, a fierce woman who cares and loves deeply.”—Kaitlin B. Curtice, author of Everything Is a Story (from the foreword)