I felt this book was very relatable and not like other self help/ self development books I've read. The author did such a phenomenal job at making you feel like you're not alone in your (our) everyday struggles. 100% recommend this book!

<b>A raw account of one woman’s struggle with perfectionism, comparison, and self-awareness brought about by the fast-paced, social media driven world we live in. </b>

Jordan Lee Dooley is not only a social media influencer, proud Christian, and woman of color… she’s opening up about very real, very personal struggles she faced in an attempt to help other women to stop comparing and live more intentional lives.

<b>It didn’t reinvent the advice wheel, there was nothing groundbreaking or wildly original about this book, but I found myself smiling several times while reading it. </b>

This book started strong, with Jordan being brutally honest and achingly raw about her relationship with her Nana (who I immediately fell in love with) and then her subsequent loss of her Nana as Alzheimer’s claimed her mind and eventually her life. I was barely into the book and could hardly read the words through my tears. However, with such a strong anecdote at the beginning of this book it made most of the other stories pale a bit in comparison and not affect me or relate to me nearly as much.

There are a lot of great moments for introspection in this novel, and most of Jordan’s advice seems in the same vein as exploring mindfulness practices. Slow down, be present in the moment, turn off the notifications, etc. But, at a certain point it did begin to feel very repetitive, mostly in the middle portion of the book. I found myself wanting more actionable advice, instead of exploring a problem and the answer from the author being ‘look in your heart and figure out what’s bothering you, then fix it.’

This isn’t necessarily bad advice, don’t get me wrong, self-reflection is a great tool to help someone on the way to a more fulfilling, mindful life, it’s just that the advice was given in such a similar way over and over again that it began to feel a bit repetitive.

Also, this book has a very specific audience. If you aren’t a young (think millennial or younger), Christian, woman… then this book wasn’t written for you. This is evidenced by the language used by the author several times during the read of this novel ‘Sister’, ‘Sister friend’, ‘Pull up your big girl pants’, the references to social media concerns being prevalent issues discussed, and the multiple faith based problem solving techniques and bible quotes used throughout. I do not recommend this book for anyone who falls outside of this above detailed audience, as I’m unsure that you’ll feel included in the conversational tone of the novel.

I happen to be in this audience, and for those like me, you may find this book comforting and warm. As the author stated ‘like a hug from a friend’. There is a gentle, friendly way the author speaks to the audience that does read more like confidential conversations between two women who are close to each other. I found myself smiling several times when she referenced her struggles and triumphs in her journey with her faith. Finding a lot of myself in those ups and downs of balancing faith and modern problems.
All in all, this book was a good read for me. Not groundbreaking, but enjoyable nonetheless.

Jordan’s debut was well-written and engaging. I appreciated the reminders of being in the driver’s seat of our own lives.

This book was phenomenal. Not like most personal development type books. The author shared her story in such interesting writing that it gives real-world examples for great tips and ideas to apply to our own lives. I enjoyed the book and appreciate being allowed to review.

I have followed Jordan on IG for several years and enjoy her content. She is real and connects with her followers. I was really excited to read this book and it didn't disappoint! Her topics are real and relatable, everything from relationships to career. Showing up and overcoming. She is the cheerleader you didn't know you needed.

Jordan has a way of writing that makes you feel like you are talking with your best friends. I didn't even realize how much of the book I had read since she was so enjoyable. This is a great book for young women who feel lost, overwhelmed, or unfulfilled. If you are a recent graduate, looking to make changes in your life, or know someone who is then you should read this book!

Jordan is real and raw in this beautiful book about finding your purpose. She shares real experiences about imposter syndrome, having an eating disorder and how to fully rely on God. I find her writing comforting like sitting with a friend and having a cup of coffee. I found value in her experiences and would recommend this book to any woman in my life.

When I applied to get this book on NetGalley. I was really excited about it.
then when I started reading, it it just fell flat.


I don’t know if it’s just because, I’m in my late 20s, and I kind of really know myself fairly well. Or if it just doesn’t work right.

A lot of the advice is rather generic, very very little of it even seems kind of borderline harmful though really nice to see.

It reads a lot like it’s for teenage girls that want to feel comfortable doing normal things.

I want to feel like they’re excepted I guess

I don’t know it’s just rather 🤷‍♀️

Nothing wrong with it nothing amazing about it either three stars

Thank you netGalley for sending me this review copy

Own Your Everyday was truly a joy to read!! While it is listed in Christian and talks about God it is also great as a self help! God used Jordan as a tool to help women!!! I hope that this book will bring as much joy to others as it did me!!

Thank you to Netgalley and WaterBrook & Multnomah for the review copy. Although I received this book as a review copy, are all of my words honest, and I do only give my true opinions.

This is a very honest and inspiring book. This book will fill you with love and let you know that you are appreciated and that you are loved!

I did not know Jordan Lee Dooley beforehand, but she is certainly an inspiring young woman! And man has she accomplished a lot of things in her life! She is a bestselling author, she is s a podcaster, she is an entrepreneur, and most importantly, is she a young woman who loves to inspire others and know her place in life! And in this book, is she the best friend you have always wished for!

I love the humor in this book. We have to make fun of ourselves sometimes. We have. Laugh at ourselves. We can’t take everything too seriously. Sometimes we just have to let loose.

After having read this book, I am filled with so much energy. I feel ready to accomplish anything. I feel ready to love myself. And I feel ready to know that I am important! And you can feel the same way, by reading “Own Your Everyday”!

This is such a great, inspiring read. I highly recommend it, especially to women in their 20s-30s. Jordan is so relatable and her stories helped me through issues of my own. After reading her book, I also started listening to her, She, podcast. I love it! I can relate to her content more than from other women in the personal development space because Jordan is in the same phase of life as me (married, no kids, early 30's). Go get yourself a copy of her book today!

I remember when Jordan announced her book would be called "Purpose"....then it completely was revamped! So grateful it was pushed back and Own Your Everyday came out - wow. I am always encouraged when I read her story and see her Instagram and was ecstatic to be a part of the launch team (I know.... long time coming for this review! Thank you Netgalley for the digital copy!) I adore her message of getting unstuck by owning what makes you, you! By following her practical steps and stories to combat distraction, disappointment, comparison, and more, you'll be able to break out of the box of excuses and step into what God created you to do, by owning who you are and your next thing, focusing on first things. What a lovely, refreshing pep talk to take the pressure off striving and perfection that leads to stress and burnout and instead, read a hearty book that cuts to the chase, without all the cutesy fluff that the self help business type genre generally has.

I was pretty bummed about this book, because I've loved Dooley's blog and the message she's been sharing online for years. I really wanted more of that honest, in-depth look at life and overcoming hardships that she's known for.

This book was not really any one thing: not memoir, not self-help, not Biblical resource, but an odd, difficult-to-follow mix of all three. Unfortunately, it just didn't mesh well, and I walked away from reading it so confused by what it was that I didn't grasp the message she was trying to convey.

I will definitely be giving this author another chance, should she decide to write another book in the future. But I won't be recommending this to friends.

This was an okay read. I'm going with a 3.5 star rating for this book. I did enjoy how easy going of a read this was. The writing of this was very conversational style. I felt like I was sitting at a coffee shop chatting with Jordan. I could definitely relate in some form or fashion with some of the things Jordan wrote. Some things I definitely questioned. I wish there was a lot more scripture included in this book.

I enjoyed her personal experiences and really learning more about Jordan as a person. I loved the questions she asked readers -- very thought provoking. She definitely was able to make me as the reader look at my own expectations and issues on a deeper level.

Good read.

This was a fun book but also an enlightening book. I enjoyed getting to “know” Jordan through this book and now follow her on socials. There was a lot of great advice about how to be you and not feel bad about it.

This is not your typical self help book, but I highly recommend it to women of all ages and stages of your life.

I am an overachiever. I set the bar too high. I am a perfectionist. I am also successful. I have always known that I put too much pressure on myself, and I also know that I need to make changes in my life that will allow for me to relax.

Own You Every Day: Overcome the Pressure to Prove and Show Up for What You Were Made to Do, arrived in my mailbox. Jordan Lee Dooley is an incredible breakout author.

I have been able to compartmentalize expectations; I am slowly beginning to lower the bar that I have set for myself. I am listening less to the opinions of others. I am taking ownership for the goals and the dreams that I have for myself.

“Maybe a meaningful life is not at all about figuring it out but rather just being willing to get outside our comfort zone,” Jordan Lee Dooley.

For anyone out there who feels like me, perfectionist to the core, I encourage you to take a leap of faith. You will feel weightless when you make the decision to not take everything so seriously.

Having read Jordan’s inspiring posts on instagram I was excited to be chosen to read the ARC. However, I ended up feeling this book was not for me. The book wasn’t bad, but I didn’t think it was good.

Jordan’s book is targeted towards women and girls who don’t know what to do with their lives. It seems to best fit as a read for women are are insecure in their choices and seek validation. I did not find it to be motivational as someone who is secure in my life choices and jobs. The content is relatable but not deep. It also has a lot of general good advice, but no applicable how to advice for those tips. Overall, it felt to me as though the author stayed in the shallow end of the pool.

This book is much needed for every woman in every stage of life. Jordan simultaneously describes the importance of reaching for your goals while also embracing your day-to-day. Every day, every stage, every circumstance has a purpose in God’s ultimate plan for our lives and this book teaches you how to find joy daily. I received an Advanced Readers Copy of OYE, but I have my pre-ordered Copy coming, and I will be purchasing this book for all the important ladies in my life!

Jordan's book is right on trend with the messages from various speakers/authors of today that women need to find their purpose, own their authentic self, follow their dreams, stop beating themselves up, and forget the opinions/expectations of others. Part of it reminded me of Girl Stop Apologizing by Rachel Hollis, but written in a different style and from an author with a different story. I for one, can always use this kind of book, even as a reminder of what is so easy to forget.