“Artists are quickly labeled, and my label was “force of nature”. ~ Jenifer Lewis
Jenifer Lewis recounts her life to bring us a funny, insightful, and rich memoir. From her humble beginnings in Kinloch, Missouri to Broadway to Hollywood, Jenifer’s life was filled with crushing lows and equally exhilarating highs. She bares her soul in the most raw and truthful fashion as only she can. From sex addiction, a bipolar disorder diagnosis, to spiritual exploration, Jenifer owns her life boldly and unapologetically. Through it all, she comes full circle to find serenity and balance to live a rewarding life that commands the label “force of nature” in the most glorious and happy existence that shines through the pages.
I laughed out loud often (especially about a song that came from a camel ride), yet I gleaned many gems from Jenifer’s story. To see the beginning to the end and everything in between, was a lesson. Jenifer shows us what fighting for one’s own happiness looks like. Though difficult at times, she pushed through to get out of destructive cycles to get to her happiness. As if the retelling of her life wasn’t powerful enough, she wrote a letter to the reader at the end of the book. I really enjoyed that. It was the perfect end to sum it all up. I found myself reading it more than once and soaked up as much as I could. Great book.
Cool Quotes From Book
“Your playing small does not serve the world. Who are you not to be great?”~ Nelson Mandela
“There’s no greater journey, than the journey within.” ~ Beverly Heath
“The fact is many parents don’t or can’t give you everything you need. Mine couldn’t. So, I went in search of substitutes. I often advise young people in this situation to understand there are probably people around every corner who will take them under their wing and help them on their way. But you have to ask.”~Jenifer Lewis
“If you can dream it, you can make it happen.”~ Shirley MacLaine
“Your landscapes are vast”~ Shirley MacLaine
“I’ve learned in life that what you give to others is what provides the most value to your life.”~Jenifer Lewis
“When you are not at your best, surround yourself with good people.”~ Jenifer Lewis
“You have to slow your roll; give yourself quiet time and stop to smell the roses, thorns, and all.”~ Jenifer Lewis
Rating 10/10
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