Worth It: Overcome Your Fears and Embrace the Life You Were Made For

by Brit Barron, Rachel Hollis (Foreword by)

Overview

With energy, transparency, and humor, notable speaker Brit Barron shares with readers how to face their fears, overcome judgement, and stand in their own truth with confidence.

As a RISE Conference speaker and contributor to numerous podcasts, Brit Barron has an amazing story to tell. Growing up in an evangelical megachurch in the '90s, trying to fit neatly inside the boundaries of her faith, and wrestling with her true self, caused Barron to feel boxed in by her fears and unable to realize her full potential. All that changed when she met a girl named Sami, fell in love, and chose to break free from the judgement of others in favor of a full and vibrant life.

In Worth It, Brit tells her story to inspire readers, encouraging us all to consider other perspectives surrounding race, religion, and sexuality, including fears that keep us from evolving toward acceptance. In a relatable, encouraging tone that celebrates differences and community, Brit's freedom and healing found on the journey remind us we are capable of living authentic lives and getting beyond the narratives that have been handed to us by others. We can't avoid or outrun our fears, but if we face them, we'll find out that it was so worth it!

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781506463285
Publisher:	Broadleaf Books
Publication date:	07/21/2020
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	200
File size:	1 MB

About the Author

Brit Barron is a sought-after speaker about the intersections of spirituality, race, gender, and sexuality. Along with her wife, Sami, she co-founded Other Dreamers, a creative agency designed to help others tell their stories authentically. She co-pastors New Abbey, a church in Pasadena, California, that seeks to challenge and redefine what "church" looks like today.

Table of Contents

Foreword Rachel Hollis ix

Introduction: Choosing Spring xv

1 Every Time I Thought I Had Arrived, I Was Wrong 1

2 The Cast That Expanded My Story 17

3 Less Defending, More Being 29

4 Choosing Freedom Means Choosing Change 41

5 Move into Your Fear 51

6 Freedom Is Risky 59

7 We Need Each Other 71

8 Shed the False Self 81

9 Change is Not Always Going to Feel Good 93

10 Fear Is an Oppressor 105

11 Freedom Is Only Real When Shared 117

12 Healing from the Most Unexpected Places 127

Editorial Reviews

"Brit Barron's raw stories and genuine love for helping others to step into their true selves collide in a beautiful and inspiring book. Consider this your gentle wakeup call to learn how to show up for yourself and the ones you love with more acceptance, courage, and vulnerability." —Amy Porterfield, entrepreneur and host of the podcast Online Marketing Made Easy

"If you're looking for a book to help you face your fears and find confidence in yourself, Worth It is the book you have to read. Brit Barron has a unique way of blending information, relatability, and inspiration, which makes this book an amazing, life-changing tool." —Trent Shelton, motivational Speaker and Best Selling Author

"Worth It is Brit Barron's personal story of coming out and breaking free from the confines of fear, but it has universal resonance for every person who has struggled with living life authentically." —Kristen Howerton, author of Rage Against the Minivan

"With humor and honesty, Brit Barron shows us not only how to choose better, but how to choose ourselves and not feel guilty. She'll show you how you are absolutely worth it." —Kevin Garcia, author of Bad Theology Kills: Undoing Toxic Belief and Reclaiming Your Spiritual Authority, digital pastor & intuitive life coach

"Worth It is a voice of hope that invites us to begin a new journey toward our dreams without fear. It will heal your soul." —Luz Maria Doria, author of La Mujer de mis Sueños and Tu Momento Estelar

"Hilarious and profound, this book teaches self-acceptance through laugh-out-loud personal stories and observations. I can't get enough of Brit Barron!" —Laura Belgray, writer; founder of Talking Shrimp

"The love and light that radiates from Brit Barron rings out in each word of her beautifully written journey. Her story is brave, real, touching, and encouraging. More people like Brit are needed in this world, please!" —Mally Roncal, founder of Mally Beauty and author of Love, Lashes, and Lipstick: My Secrets for a Gorgeous, Happy Life

"With her whimsical way of speaking and existing, Brit Barron will pull the sunshine out of those scary, 'Is this worth it?' moments of your life and show you that yes, not only is it worth the risk, but more importantly, you are worth the risk. Grab your wine, get your tissues, and buckle up because this book will take your heart and mind for a wild ride, but peace and confidence will find you at the end of it." —Arielle Estoria, poet, author, and speaker

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