I recently finished Brianna Wiest’s The Mountain Is You, and as someone who often gets in my own way, I found her insights incredibly relevant and comforting.
Her clear, thoughtful advice offers a new way to deal with personal challenges.
Wiest, known for her work on emotional intelligence, uses the metaphor of a mountain to describe the hurdles we face. She explains that our struggles are like mountains we need to climb, representing our internal battles and opportunities for growth.
This made me see my own problems differently. One quote that really stood out was, “Happiness is not something you can chase. It is something you have to allow.” This reminded me that happiness comes from within, not from chasing external things.
The book is full of practical advice. She says, “transformation often comes from overcoming adversity and challenging limiting beliefs.” This helped me see that my struggles aren’t just setbacks; they’re chances to grow.
Wiest also emphasises taking responsibility for our actions. Her statement, “your new life is going to cost you your old one,” really resonated with me. This realisation helped me understand that transformation means sacrifice and courage.
What I loved most about “The Mountain Is You” is Wiest’s compassionate approach. She doesn’t avoid the tough parts of personal growth but talks about them in a way that inspires confidence.
Overall, “The Mountain Is You” is an inspiring and practical guide.
The mountain is you: Transforming Self-Sabotage Into Self-Mastery
* The Mountain is you by Brianna Wiest can be obtained at loot.co.za
Cape Times