The Rooted Renegade

“The Rooted Renegade presents a compelling, accessible approach to personal growth, helping readers level up their lives and, ultimately, create a lasting legacy. Author Rebecca Arnold offers relatable stories combined with practical step-by-step guidance. The book provides an overall framework that was new to me—and very helpful in seeing the bigger picture of what matters most in our lives. Arnold’s insights into human nature, combined with her empathetic spirit, make each chapter a delight. As a reader, I felt the author was reaching out to me as a wise and supportive friend, offering expert guidance so I could better navigate life’s complexities.” —BJ Fogg, author of New York Times bestseller Tiny Habits; founder, Stanford University Behavior Design Lab

“As a social-impact leader, it is vital to do the inner work that supports transformational impact. The Rooted Renegade is a powerful guidebook to do just that. It walks you step-by-step through fostering a bedrock sense of internal peace and calm, forging a deeper relationship with yourself in service of authenticity, and clarifying your legacy in order to see through the changes you envision in your communities.” —Maria Flynn, president and CEO, Jobs for the Future (JFF)

“Save your money by reading The Rooted Renegade! You don’t need an expensive week at a spa, generous donations to a spiritual guide or religion, or expensive mood-altering substances. Rebecca Arnold has amassed the Guidebook to Inner Peace. The vast array of exercises offers a lot of possibilities. I suspect you only need one or two of them to really hit home and help you center and reconnect with your sense of purpose and love, and with life-giving relationships.” —Richard Boyatzis, PhD, distinguished university professor, Case Western Reserve University; coauthor of Primal Leadership and the international bestseller Helping People Change

“In these times of great uncertainty and change, the teachings in this book are essential. The Rooted Renegade maps three key components of peace, providing clear pathways and potent practices to help you level up your capacity and ground in your peace.” —Joel Monk, cofounder, Coaches Rising

“The Rooted Renegade is a pivotal resource for both coaches and leaders who want to deepen their impact and navigate the complexities of personal and professional growth. Rebecca Arnold’s approach blends profound insights with a broad range of practical exercises to achieve internal, existential, and relational peace. For coaches, this book will serve to enrich your practice, offering a rich tool kit for facilitating transformative dialogues, enabling clients to unlock their potential. For leaders and high-achieving individuals, this is an easy-to-follow road map to achieve fulfillment, improve relationships (at work and at home), and create a legacy.” —Rachel Goldstein, MBA, CPCC, PCC, executive coach and facilitator at Harvard Business School, Chief, and The Leadership Consortium

“It took a cancer diagnosis for me to let go of unhelpful and self-limiting mindsets about what it means to be a successful executive. Fortunately, you don’t have to experience a health crisis to build a more peaceful, meaningful, and joyful life. Rebecca Arnold has written a beautiful, deeply-felt guide to align your work with your strengths, values, and passions—and build the courage to actually execute. I highly recommend this book for leaders seeking greater purpose and meaning in their relationships with themselves and others. In a sea of personal development and leadership books, The Rooted Renegade stands out.” —Elena Bernardo, SVP of Operations at a major food tech company

“In The Rooted Renegade, Rebecca Arnold provides a road map to a life filled with joy, purpose, and fulfillment. She has given us a companion on our personal journey that inspires, uplifts, and empowers. Whether you are seeking to overcome challenges, enhance your resilience, or simply savor the joys of everyday life, this book provides the tools and insights you need.” —Dr. Rebecca Baumgartner, senior vice president for People and Operations, Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce

“Do you want to feel better about yourself, those you love, and those who confound you? Read this book! Rebecca Arnold has a way of cutting to the chase, inviting her readers into a no-nonsense relationship with themselves and those who surround them—all while encouraging self-awareness, generosity of spirit, and whole-hearted living.” —Christine E. Crouse-Dick, PhD, cofounder, Slow Leadership Institute; professor of communication arts and faculty dean, Bethel College (KS-US)

“This personal development book does something few do well: It offers infinite gems of wisdom about what’s holding us back coupled with simple exercises that, with practice, help us get out of our own way and access peace from the inside out. Rebecca Arnold is not afraid to tackle real struggles such as negative self-talk, self-sabotage, managing criticism, setting boundaries, and finding forgiveness. She does so with raw honesty and compassion and leaves you feeling capable of change and ready to claim your peace.” —Elisa B. MacDonald, best-selling author of Intentional Moves: How Skillful Team Leaders Impact Learning

“The Rooted Renegade strikes the perfect balance of gentle exploration, relatable storytelling, and concrete tools for growth. Rebecca weaves these seamlessly into a book that feels like a cozy chat with a brilliant, wise friend.” —Amy Johnston, LCSW, PMH-C, clinical director, Urban Wellness

“With invaluable insights and strategic exercises, The Rooted Renegade offers a path for reflection and recalibration. A guide for people at all stages of life, it helps us look at the ingrained habits and narratives that may be blocking us from living more satisfying personal and professional lives. Rebecca’s intelligent, warm, and humorous writing makes you feel that she is right there with you—the next best thing to her coaching you in person.” —Gail Schwartz, EdD, former senior vice president for Academic, Innovation, and Student Success, American Association of Community Colleges

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