THE HOOK/APPEAL: Conquering yourself to conquer your dreams

THE REVIEW: This does a lot to give you the skillset to look inside of yourself to find what gives you strength and what you may be doing to work against yourself. It also gives background into Wang, which I appreciated.

THE RATING: Solid 4

Diane Wang explains her philosophy for becoming self-actualized and empowered to pursue your dreams. She uses her own professional journey, which is interesting, to illustrate her points. Overall, I enjoyed the book. It recounts an excellent example of continuing to strive for career and life satisfaction.

Thank you, Forbes Books, Diane Wang, Goodreads, and NetGalley, for an advanced reader copy in exchange for a review.

Diane Wang shares her professional journey of growth into leadership and also as a woman in this book. She shares 7 principles of the inner mountain vision for the empowerment of women and defines women's empowerment as an evolving process- a gradual process of visibility, conversations, dialogues, resources and recognition.
My take away from this book is more about the concept of wolf and water- as approach to success, where the wolf is all about taking up space, subduing to be the best, and water is soft, taking time to wear down and win over the other side. This concept provided a lot of clarity on the aspect of glass ceiling of being a woman in a male dominated space.
Thanks Netgalley for the eARC.

The Inner Mountain" is a thought-provoking and deeply insightful journey into the realms of self-discovery and inner strength. The author masterfully blends philosophy with personal anecdotes, making complex concepts accessible and relatable. The narrative is well-structured, guiding readers through a metaphorical ascent of their own 'inner mountain,' exploring themes of resilience, mindfulness, and emotional intelligence.

What I particularly appreciated about the book is its emphasis on practical application. The exercises and reflections at the end of each chapter provide tangible steps for readers to integrate the teachings into their daily lives. The writing is clear and engaging, with a tone that is both comforting and motivating.

However, the book occasionally delves into abstract ideas that might be challenging for some readers to grasp fully, especially those new to the subject matter. A bit more grounding in real-world examples could have enhanced the overall impact.

Overall, "The Inner Mountain" is an enriching read for anyone looking to embark on a journey of personal growth. It’s a book that invites you to pause, reflect, and, most importantly, climb your own inner mountains with renewed vigor."*

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