I made sure that I didn't miss reading a word of this book. This book had so much helpful advice and so many detailed examples of dysfunction and how to deal with it, that this book is definitely one not only to read, but to keep for future reference. I was amazed how much hardship Joyce Meyer endured growing up. It was also amazing how the most wonderful man came along and married her (second marriage to Dave Meyer), and how he didn't allow her issues to destroy their marriage while she worked through them. He, too, is inspiring in that he was so willing to marry a broken person and help her. She has inspired many by her blunt stories of abuse and mistreatment, and how she handled it. People actually have felt more at ease confiding in her because of it. To tell your inner most hurtful secrets is hard...to be that exposed to others, telling others of your shame and hurt. Joyce is to be admired for breaking barriers and being very open. I can imagine that this book could be better than a therapy session, although Joyce warns readers to seek God first for guidance on how to handle personal problems. Her book repeatedly states that one should contact the Throne before the phone. She also states that her solutions might not be the same solutions that God wants for other individuals, as Joyce was mainly able to do things on her own to heal, but by using the word of God and prayer to guide her. ( )

Eugene, Oregon