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Shauna Niequist is an American author and speaker known for her reflective and faith-centered writing. Her works often explore themes of spirituality, family, and personal growth.
Known for: Present Over Perfect: Leaving Behind Frantic for a Simpler, More Soulful Way of Living
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Present Over Perfect: Leaving Behind Frantic for a Simpler, More Soulful Way of Living
In 'Present Over Perfect', Shauna Niequist shares her personal journey from a life of exhaustion and performance to one of grace, rest, and connection. Through heartfelt essays, she invites readers to leave behind the pressure to be perfect and embrace a slower, more intentional way of living that values presence over productivity.
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The Call to Slow Down
My breaking point did not arrive with one dramatic collapse but through hundreds of small wearinesses that finally demanded to be heard. I began to sense that my pace was no longer sustainable. The very life I had constructed—full of opportunities, community, and success—was slowly draining the esse...
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Recognizing Perfectionism
For years, I wore perfectionism like armor. I thought if I could control every detail—my work, my home, my relationships—then I could keep chaos at bay. But perfectionism is a cruel master, demanding endless effort with no mercy. It promises that if you perform flawlessly, you will finally be loved,...
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About Shauna Niequist
Shauna Niequist is an American author and speaker known for her reflective and faith-centered writing. Her works often explore themes of spirituality, family, and personal growth. She is also the author of 'Bread and Wine' and 'Bittersweet'.
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