I became an instant fan of Juliet Diaz. I could listen to her everyday. It feels like spending time with that friend who leaves you feeling better about yourself.

I’m a true fan of Diaz and this book simply confirms it for me. I absolutely adored listening to this one and being able to finally read it as well. It was such a good resource that I’m excited to add to my physical book shelf as well!

This audiobook was very well done, but I discovered I am not good at listening to audiobooks. The author's voice was so soothing, I mostly slept during it. What I was able to hear was empowering and good, but I disliked how she verbalized things that were better suited in print form (like going to a certain website or saying #). I think I'd like to check out the print version sometime to give full thoughts.

I'm sure this book will be great for some people on their spiritual journey, but it wasn't a good fit for me. I found the pace of the book very slow and repetitive and had a hard time finishing this one.

challenging reflective slow-paced
Plot- or character-driven? N/A
Strong character development? N/A
Loveable characters? N/A
Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

I loved this! It's honest and real and there's a lot i'll definitely go back to. I really loved the change in pace from the usual "do ABC to acheive XYZ"; the author isn't teaching specific self care, spirituality, or religious practices but rather giving the tools and confidence to find their own path.

It's written in a very familiar tone which sounds like a friend talking to you or a podcast. I wasn't a big fan of the hashtags sprinkled throughout but they didn't detract from my ability to enjoy and take in the message.

The author narrated and did an amazing job.

Valuable, heartfelt, important piece of work that I will keep for reference and soul-refreshment. An engaging, enjoyable read.

This book was so full of love.
I loved the author narrating the audiobook herself because when it is something this personal, it helps to feel like I am connecting to the author on a deeper level.
A lot of the concepts of this book are obvious in nature, but hearing it resonated and felt like a blanket I could wrap around myself.
This book reminds me that words are powerful.
What we are listening to, reading, and putting into our psyche help to shape our overall well-being. I felt that this book was really good medicine even if it didn’t feel like ground breaking information.

I’m definitely not up to date on the spiritual development/growth industry so I’m not sure I understood that aspect of this book (crystals, manifestation, etc). I requested this guide from Netgalley because I know the author is published through Row House, a publishing entity that specifically is working to be an antiracist alternative to the traditional big names. Going into this as a spiritually novice, I personally enjoyed Juliet Diaz’s candor and relaxed and informal tone. In the early audio edition I’m reviewing there were even “mistakes” that I found endearing considering the content. I thought Diaz did a wonderful job explaining the importance of authenticity and caring for oneself and I will definitely put into practice many of her rituals (with my own spin of course). I especially love the community care aspect of this book. Though not something I’d normally choose to listen to, I’m glad I did.

Thank you to the publisher, author and NetGalley for this ALC.

There’s so much to say about this book. I know I can’t do it the justice it deserves in my review but I’m going to try. First off, please keep an open mind. At the first mention of white supremacy and other things, don’t stop reading or listening. It raised my hackles at first and I kept thinking this author is so racist! Yes, it can go both ways. But as I was listening to the audiobook, I realized, she isn’t talking about white people in general. She’s talking about the ones who think they are above others. She brought up a good point about the fitness classes and yoga and what have you being pricey and geared towards privileged white people in the community. That not everyone can afford it but everyone could benefit from it. That’s so right! I’m white and I could never afford it. It would’ve helped bring me out of my funk and also educated me about fitness back in the day when I needed it the most. How can people who really need help ever change or get educated if they are always left out? It’s all a money racket or privilege thing most times. Nothing about helping others. I understand people need to make money. Nothing in life is free. But there needs to be some balance. Help underprivileged, even if it’s teaching one to be able to start another class in their community or something. I don’t know the answer. And I know people don’t trust one another. But there’s good and bad in both rich and poor people. The author has raised some good points and wasn’t afraid to speak up on it. I know it made people get butt hurt but it is something needing addressed.

This isn’t a book that’s about spirituality as far as a church book. It’s not even really a witchcraft book like it’s listed under on amazon. It’s more the spiritual body that resides in all of us. The personal experience. And I admit, being raised in the Bible Belt I was hesitant after all the years growing up being taught how taboo some stuff is. I do believe in God and know he’s real but there’s also a higher being of self. It doesn’t mean I’m worshipping other gods. Our spiritual self is connected to God. I can’t explain it. But we should respect others beliefs. I didn’t realize how the author’s country had had so much trauma, people coming in trying to take their beliefs from them. I’m ignorant of a lot of other cultures and community. This helped educate me and make me ask myself what can I do to help.

There’s so much in here. It’s a book of heavy topics but also a book to help you benefit from it. You learn to understand yourself better. I’ve always been taught the it’s selfish to love yourself. Now I see that you can’t love others like you should until you are able to love yourself. Giving yourself self love helps to reset your exhaustion spiritually, physically and mentally. There’s also great devotional stuff to practice each day at the end of the book. I recommend the audiobook and the physical book. I will be buying the physical book as it is something to not only read but also study. And there’s the devotionals to do in back. It’s really kind of the author to write this and help others, no matter what color we are. She is giving a part of herself and a gift that will help you through a lifetime. That’s true love.

The narration for the audio was amazing. I think I read where it’s the author who narrates? Well, she needs to do this as a living. I loved her voice and she really brings the words alive.

Thank you to NetGalley and the author for allowing me to listen to this.

This is a very interesting book. I really felt like I got to know the author and her spiritual journey through her words. She has clearly worked through a lot of what she talks about and she gives the advice that we are ever growing and changing, which I love. She seems honest.

I am not a poc, so a lot of the devotionals weren't really directed at me. That is fine and I knew that was going to be part of the experience when I was going into this book. There is a lot of talk about decolonization and it includes some very important messages.

It is definitely important for white people to understand the issues, challenges, goals, and successes of the bipoc community. I am very glad I heard about some of it in this book and as I keep what I heard in my consciousness, I am hoping it will help me be a better global citizen going forward.

What I was missing in this book was more concrete direction or examples of devotional and practice suggestions. There is quite a lot of time spent on hashing out and rehashing out a wide variety of problems, issues, and injustices, which are incredibly important, but part of my desire to read this book was to get a new perspective on spiritual practices. I was searching for practices that are outside my wheelhouse because I would like more understanding in how other people's spiritual practices work. I was just hoping for more examples and more guidance, even if it happened to be guidance I couldn't personally use, because what I ultimately wanted was that spiritual connection.

I want to see others grow and thrive as much as I want to grow and thrive so I found the vague and sometimes sparing suggestions a bit frustrating. There were times when it felt like the author was talking in circles and while I firmly believe that it was necessary for her to write and hash out, it did also compound my frustration with not finding enough of what I thought the book was going to provide.

This is an excellent social commentary book. The raw writing style, filled with hashtags, is fun and it is clearly meant to make the work seem more available to a wide range of youthful people. This is also excellent for general advice, as in it a good starting point for kicking off your journey into spiritualism.

It's not what I thought I was getting into from a spiritual perspective and maybe that is my fault. I saw the author's credentials and the description and I assumed that it was going to be a deep dive spiritually and not just socially. That's on me, I think. I did still redact stars because I am just wanting more in a bad way and I'm disappointed, even if it is my fault.

I did, however, highly recommend this book to a friend. I felt like she would connect with it more than I did and that she would find it beneficial to her spiritual journey. While this feels like a mid-tier book for me and my journey, it is certainly more beneficial to others and it deserves love and recognition for that.

This book has a lot of important information and anecdotes, especially about the social community within spiritualism. It is worth the read. Also, the author seems like she is an amazing person and I fully support that she has her voice in the world. I think we need it as people, even if this book wasn't fully for me.

I love Juliet Diaz but I have to admit I was a bit disappointed in this book. I believe the writing was a bit too trendy for me with frequent hashtags and “besties” sprinkled throughout. It felt like an almost commodification of spirituality instead of the community builder I believe Diaz meant it as. Overall it seems like an ideal beginner book for someone just getting out of the self help space but wants to me more diverse in their spirituality authors. Some of this was applicable to me but most felt like a detox I’ve already had.

As a white, solitary witch I LOVED THIS BOOK. It is real, raw and honest. There is a lot in here that I think we ALL need to hear. It sets you on track to loving yourself, respecting yourself and putting yourself and needs first. I was lucky enough to get the audio book from NetGalley but have every intention on buying it just as soon as possible. This book isn't only for witches, in fact, there isn't much (if any) religious talk in here. You could read and benefit from it no matter who or what you worship. I loved it so much that I am going to check out the author's other books.

Thank you so much NetGalley for the opportunity to listen & review this wonderful book.

When I saw this book was available to request I got excited. I have her book "Witchery" and enjoy it. After I started listening to the book I just couldn't finish it. I was hoping this would guide me towards inner peace but I found myself getting more stressed. It has an angry tone to it.

I thank NetGalley and Row House by Orange Sky audio for an advanced copy of this book.

I wish I could say I enjoyed this book. Unfortunately, I found the author's narration of her book on going within to discover one's own divinity, not very inviting. The angry aggressive tone was a turn off. This is subject matter that I engage often and was excited to get the galley. I couldn't even finish it, in spite of the fact that I agree with what she was saying. The delivery overshadowed the message for me.

5 starts! Juliet Diaz has crafted a beautifully written book which provides a healthy dose of empowerment and self-reflection. I highly suggest this beautiful book for anyone who is unsure of their place in the world or feels disconnected from their own power. Wonderful audio, I cannot recommend this enough!

AAAAAND FIIIIIVE STAAARS GOOOO TOOOOOO.... THIS BEAUTY!

SO MANY PEOPLE NEED TO READ THIS BOOK!

Nah. Scratch that. EVERYONE SHOULD READ THIS BOOK.

Don't let the facts that Juliet is a Bruja (which means "Witch" in Spanish) and uses the word "Diosa" (which means "Goddess") often, mislead you about the REAL content and audience of this book.

Yes, this is a book about spirituality. Yes, there are a few (very few) references to witchcraft here. Yes, it seems to be written for women.

BUT, what this book is really about is HUMANITY AND EMPOWERMENT (there is plenty of social commentary here!).

So, it is really about ALL OF US and for ALL OF US.

It is about all the internal and external forces that affect spirituality, specially for BIPOC. This includes all of us as members of the global human family, and how we all have the responsibility of supporting each other's spiritual paths.

Juliet is not trying to teach any particular religious/spiritual/self-care practices, but the opposite. Her goal is to empower the reader to find their own spiritual paths and practices with no conflict with their religious beliefs.

You should read this book if...

1- You are a human being (any!) who's exploring spirituality and learning about its role in selfcare and self-improvement.

2- You are a human being (any!) who is feeling lost in a "social media sea of spiritual influences" that just seem to take advantage of people instead of helping them ($1,000 plus a day "spiritual retreats" that culturally appropriate practices and only the most privileged can afford, I AM LOOKING AT YOU) and seeking empowerment to take your spiritual/self-care practices under your OWN control.

3- You are a human being (any!) who wants to learn more about the social injustices BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of color) face everyday (cultural appropriation, colonialism, etc.), especially related to spiritual practices.

4- But Especially if you are a BIPOC I recommend you read this book!

I absolutely ADORED the audiobook, which sounds like a podcast. Juliet narrates it herself and she is just so funny, down to earth, friendly and compassionate!

Afghfghfgh... I'm SO happy I ran into this ARC in NetGalley!

I had never heard of Juliet before and I think she is really a gifted author and inspirational speaker.

I will be following her closely and I hope to get the physical book one day because I really want to try all the wonderful self-improvement exercises!

Excellent book about the Divine Self. Everyone is different and listening to this will help you figure out if you are in tune.