I am glad that books like this exist, where the authors are studied and honest about the struggles they experience in their marriage, in parenthood, and in general in raising their family. If you have a family and have fought for its success, as well as if you have had to deal with other extra hats, you will surely identify with several parts of the book. It is painful to know that not all people understand this before their children leave home, and when the opportunities have ended. I hope I can take every piece of advice and apply it to my life, because that is where I want to be loved, appreciated and known, in my home.

I really enjoyed this book from the Straubs. I've been a long time Instagram follower, but this is their first book I've read. I thought the book was simple to read, the concepts were approachable and practical to implement, and their personal stories made me feel normal in my own struggles with parenting and marriage. If you're looking to improve how things are going in your home, but you aren't sure where to start, I'd highly recommend this book.

Okay book. Felt a bit preachy at some points and almost like anyone posting on social media is searching for attention. That is just an overall impression I had of some parts of the book.

Famous at Home
by Dr. Josh Straub, Christi Straub
Pub Date: May 3, 2022
Tyndale Momentum
Thanks to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for the ARC of this book. No one wakes up and decides, "I'm planning to ruin my marriage, neglect my kids, and cause mistrust in my family." Yet our personal pursuits and busyness can lead us there. In this book, marriage and leadership coach Dr. Josh and Christi Straub show how seven core decisions can help us put what's most important center stage in our lives.
* Be on the same team
* STay emotionally connected
* Develop family and personal rhythms that create a loving and peaceful home.
Great book.

This book is geared toward a particular audience--Christian, heteronormative families, and readers should be aware of that going in. However, the audience that this is marketed to will enjoy the solid relationship advice, biblical references, and guidance toward practicing being better parents and spouses. The authors are strong supporters of therapy, and even mention Josh's positive experiences with group therapy. There are some great exercises that partners can work on together. If the reader doesn't identify with their religion or even their style of Christianity, I didn't feel that that was a dealbreaker. I am Catholic and some of the references didn't feel true for my beliefs but I was still able to appreciate the substance and take away things that worked for me.

I especially liked the emphasis on balancing your own needs with those of your partner and your family. In today's age of technology and screens, it was a good reminder that my family comes first and I want to keep my focus on them, not a screen.

I think this would make a great book discussion for Christian book clubs or for young spouses. I recommend, with reservations (as the audience is somewhat niche).