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Now Here: A Journey from Toxic Boss to Conscious Connector
On the surface, it looked like Dom Farnan had it all. She was a successful business owner with a loving husband and a beautiful son, but her life was in shambles and her heart was hard. As a high-functioning depressive, she had been emotionally closed off for most of her life. That toxicity that she ignored and pushed down was rotting her from the inside. When the COVID - 19 pandemic threatened to take everything that she had worked for away, she finally hit rock bottom. That’s when she decided to make a change and take back control of her life.
As much as she tried to focus on her business and professional life, it was with the help of her coach that she learned meaningful and lasting change had to begin by confronting what she had ignored for most of her what was happening on the inside. It was all connected, and by stepping out of her comfort zone, and making a conscious effort to change her thoughts, she was able to change her life. That new outlook created a monumental shift that reverberated through everything she did. It made her a better boss, leader, wife, and mother. Most importantly, it brought her a sense of peace and calm that had eluded her for most of her life.
2020 wasn’t the year that Dom Farnan wanted, but it was the year that she needed. In Now Here, she describes the transformational and healing journey that drastically changed how she viewed and showed up in the world. It contains a collection of lessons and fundamental truths about life, work, love, relationships, and spirituality that can apply to anyone stuck in a rut and in need of a change.
As much as she tried to focus on her business and professional life, it was with the help of her coach that she learned meaningful and lasting change had to begin by confronting what she had ignored for most of her what was happening on the inside. It was all connected, and by stepping out of her comfort zone, and making a conscious effort to change her thoughts, she was able to change her life. That new outlook created a monumental shift that reverberated through everything she did. It made her a better boss, leader, wife, and mother. Most importantly, it brought her a sense of peace and calm that had eluded her for most of her life.
2020 wasn’t the year that Dom Farnan wanted, but it was the year that she needed. In Now Here, she describes the transformational and healing journey that drastically changed how she viewed and showed up in the world. It contains a collection of lessons and fundamental truths about life, work, love, relationships, and spirituality that can apply to anyone stuck in a rut and in need of a change.
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200 pages, Paperback
Published March 28, 2023
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September 30, 2023
"Now Here" is a memoir by Dominique Farnan, detailing her journey of transformation and healing. Despite her success, she was emotionally closed off and struggling with depression. The COVID-19 pandemic led her to make a life-altering decision, confronting internal turmoil. This led to a profound shift in perspective, making her a better leader, wife, and mother. The memoir serves as a beacon of hope for those seeking positive change.
Thank you so much to Netgalley for this advanced listening copy for an honest review.
Thank you so much to Netgalley for this advanced listening copy for an honest review.
June 17, 2023
In the raw and honest memoir, "Now Here," Dom Farnan shares her personal journey of transformation and healing. Despite the appearance of a successful life, Dom was emotionally closed off and struggling as a high-functioning depressive. When the COVID-19 pandemic threatened to dismantle everything, she had worked for, she reached her breaking point and made a life-altering decision.
With the guidance of a coach, Dom discovered that lasting change required her to confront the internal turmoil she had long ignored. By stepping out of her comfort zone and intentionally shifting her thoughts, she experienced a profound shift that touched every aspect of her life. This newfound perspective not only made her a better boss, leader, wife, and mother, but also brought her a sense of peace and calm that had eluded her for years.
Through her poignant storytelling, Dom reflects on the lessons and fundamental truths she learned about life, work, love, relationships, and spirituality. "Now Here" offers a beacon of hope and guidance for anyone feeling stuck and yearning for positive change. It serves as a testament to the power of self-reflection and embracing transformation, reminding readers that even the most challenging times can lead to profound personal growth.
With the guidance of a coach, Dom discovered that lasting change required her to confront the internal turmoil she had long ignored. By stepping out of her comfort zone and intentionally shifting her thoughts, she experienced a profound shift that touched every aspect of her life. This newfound perspective not only made her a better boss, leader, wife, and mother, but also brought her a sense of peace and calm that had eluded her for years.
Through her poignant storytelling, Dom reflects on the lessons and fundamental truths she learned about life, work, love, relationships, and spirituality. "Now Here" offers a beacon of hope and guidance for anyone feeling stuck and yearning for positive change. It serves as a testament to the power of self-reflection and embracing transformation, reminding readers that even the most challenging times can lead to profound personal growth.
June 14, 2023
This book, Now Here: A Journey from Toxic Boss to Conscious Connector by Dominique Farnan, shows the author's journey from being a toxic boss towards being a better, conscious leader to her team. I realized after reading this book that it is always not too late to change one's self for the better. In this book, Dominique displayed her vulnerability and accepted how imperfect she was as a boss in the past, but how she was also able to reflect and make small changes and gradually make herself better every day. There were so many life lessons installed here and I appreciate how transparent the author was. It also showed how Covid made it all the more challenging for her but how it also helped her find her way. All in all, a great book to devour that gave inspiration!
June 16, 2023
Now Here by Dominique Farnan is a motivational read bridging the gap in professional life and mental health. The author had it all, from being a successful business owner to a loving homemaker and a mother but the state of her well-being was far from normal. Covid changed everything for her, it turned her life upside down but that is exactly what she needed to push start in life as a fresh start with a whole well-being. It was an amazing read, it kept providing various ways one can transform their lives in difficult of times. I learned a great deal by the author's journey, and it helped me realised some of the most basic fundamentals of work and life that should be incorporated. A must-read, I highly recommend it.
June 17, 2023
We should definitely look out more for oneself and other.
“Now Here” by Dominique Farnan is a mesmerizing book where the author tells her own story through high functioning depression, burnout and all the difficulties that come with it. It’s crazy how someone who’s that successful can be so hurt on the inside without anyone noticing. That’s why I think that this book is crucial to read. It helps to have more empathy towards people who seem just fine on the outside. Not everyone who’s depressed can’t get out of bed. It made me realize how important it is to take care of each other in this society, where everything has become so individualistic. We should definitely look out more for oneself and other.
“Now Here” by Dominique Farnan is a mesmerizing book where the author tells her own story through high functioning depression, burnout and all the difficulties that come with it. It’s crazy how someone who’s that successful can be so hurt on the inside without anyone noticing. That’s why I think that this book is crucial to read. It helps to have more empathy towards people who seem just fine on the outside. Not everyone who’s depressed can’t get out of bed. It made me realize how important it is to take care of each other in this society, where everything has become so individualistic. We should definitely look out more for oneself and other.
June 17, 2023
Now Here: A Journey From Toxic Boss to Conscious Connector is a self-guidance book of a subject that from the title itself is very obvious.
Farnan shows us what depression does to a person from her point of view. How she was extremely successful but was highly depressed and all of that changed (more like she changed it) when COVID-19 hit everyone.
Everyone can be a terrible boss, but it takes open mind, patience and determination to be a conscious and great leader. Farnan talks about this subject and the life lessons it took to make that change. It was a read to enjoy and to take in consideration, not only in a work-related environment but in a person level as well. It was highly intriguing and educational, compelling and easy going. Highly recommend it!
Farnan shows us what depression does to a person from her point of view. How she was extremely successful but was highly depressed and all of that changed (more like she changed it) when COVID-19 hit everyone.
Everyone can be a terrible boss, but it takes open mind, patience and determination to be a conscious and great leader. Farnan talks about this subject and the life lessons it took to make that change. It was a read to enjoy and to take in consideration, not only in a work-related environment but in a person level as well. It was highly intriguing and educational, compelling and easy going. Highly recommend it!
August 14, 2023
A testament to the capacity of the human spirit to evolve...
"Now Here: A Journey from Toxic Boss to Conscious Connector" by Dominique Farnan offers an intimate narrative that unveils the depths of personal transformation. Farnan's outwardly successful life masked the turmoil within—a business owner, devoted wife, and mother, she battled the weight of emotional detachment as a high-functioning depressive.
The upheaval caused by the COVID-19 pandemic became her pivotal moment, propelling her to confront her inner turmoil. Through the guidance of a coach, Farnan learned that authentic change necessitates confronting her internal struggles. This profound shift extended beyond her comfort zone, prompting her to recalibrate her thoughts and ultimately reshape her existence. The ripple effect was remarkable—a profound enhancement of her roles as boss, leader, spouse, and parent. Crucially, it brought her an elusive sense of peace and calm.
In "Now Here," Farnan shares her 2020 journey, illuminating the powerful transition that revolutionized her outlook and engagement with the world. Her narrative serves as a repository of life lessons spanning work, love, relationships, and spirituality, offering an invaluable guide to those craving change and revitalization. The book serves as a testament to the capacity of the human spirit to evolve, inspiring readers to pursue transformation and embrace the profound possibilities of the present. Highly recommended.
"Now Here: A Journey from Toxic Boss to Conscious Connector" by Dominique Farnan offers an intimate narrative that unveils the depths of personal transformation. Farnan's outwardly successful life masked the turmoil within—a business owner, devoted wife, and mother, she battled the weight of emotional detachment as a high-functioning depressive.
The upheaval caused by the COVID-19 pandemic became her pivotal moment, propelling her to confront her inner turmoil. Through the guidance of a coach, Farnan learned that authentic change necessitates confronting her internal struggles. This profound shift extended beyond her comfort zone, prompting her to recalibrate her thoughts and ultimately reshape her existence. The ripple effect was remarkable—a profound enhancement of her roles as boss, leader, spouse, and parent. Crucially, it brought her an elusive sense of peace and calm.
In "Now Here," Farnan shares her 2020 journey, illuminating the powerful transition that revolutionized her outlook and engagement with the world. Her narrative serves as a repository of life lessons spanning work, love, relationships, and spirituality, offering an invaluable guide to those craving change and revitalization. The book serves as a testament to the capacity of the human spirit to evolve, inspiring readers to pursue transformation and embrace the profound possibilities of the present. Highly recommended.
June 17, 2023
Now Here: A Journey from Toxic Boss to Conscious Connector is a motivating story by Dominique Farnan the Founder and CEO of DOTCONNECT. It was an impressive journey on how she has worked on changing her thoughts and in turn changing her life. It's fascinating how someone can be externally successful but internally depressed, which I know a lot of people can relate to. It's an eye-opening read and it taught me a lot of important lessons which includes self-worth, contentment and just simple joy. Her actual travel/journey to find that inner peace is fascinating .Being able to confront and live with your past is an important part of moving forward. I am all for plant medicine but I know from experience not everyone can assimilate or get into that groove. All in all, I find Dominique a strong and brave woman whom I had a pleasure to read about.
June 17, 2023
I really enjoyed reading this fascinating and captivating book. The author has a compelling writing style that skillfully combines vivid descriptions, sincere contemplation, and real dialogue.
Readers are on the edge of their seats as the story deftly shifts between depressing periods and hopeful flashes, hoping that Dom will finally find the consolation she so badly wants.
The story also serves as a representation of the common challenges that many people had throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Dom's experiences serve as a monument to society's resilience and capacity for development in the face of adversity. Readers connect with her tale on a deeply personal level, finding comfort, hope, and a sense of commonality. Personal transformation means stepping out of our comfort zone, but this book shows us that whatever we set out to do, we can do it.
Readers are on the edge of their seats as the story deftly shifts between depressing periods and hopeful flashes, hoping that Dom will finally find the consolation she so badly wants.
The story also serves as a representation of the common challenges that many people had throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Dom's experiences serve as a monument to society's resilience and capacity for development in the face of adversity. Readers connect with her tale on a deeply personal level, finding comfort, hope, and a sense of commonality. Personal transformation means stepping out of our comfort zone, but this book shows us that whatever we set out to do, we can do it.
June 14, 2023
This heartwarming story has left me really moved. The journey from a hard life to a successful one is possible, and author Farnan tells us all about it. The narrative chronicles a journey toward meaningful and lasting change.
Farnan captured the essence of human experience, showcasing the power of love and the strength of the human heart in the face of adversity.
I consider the narrative truly inspirational and written in a simple way that makes the words even feel tangible to us. I love any book that delves into how normal humans heal and thrive because we have all been through something similar at some point in our lives. This story lingers long after the final page is turned. Loved it!
Farnan captured the essence of human experience, showcasing the power of love and the strength of the human heart in the face of adversity.
I consider the narrative truly inspirational and written in a simple way that makes the words even feel tangible to us. I love any book that delves into how normal humans heal and thrive because we have all been through something similar at some point in our lives. This story lingers long after the final page is turned. Loved it!
June 15, 2023
Now Here: A Journey from Toxic Boss to Conscious Connector is the book I was looking for and needed! This incredible book opened my eyes, and help me realize that I am living with a high-functional depression.
I love the fact that the author, Dom Farnan, shares her personal journey from a very successful entrepreneur, who wasn’t living her best life, to a happier one more in tune with her feeling's person.
I think that Farnan's writing style is engaging and accessible, making it easy for us readers to connect with her personal anecdotes and knowledge.
I recommend this incredible book to anyone looking to improve their lives and learning the importance of the quality of our thoughts for living a happy life!
I love the fact that the author, Dom Farnan, shares her personal journey from a very successful entrepreneur, who wasn’t living her best life, to a happier one more in tune with her feeling's person.
I think that Farnan's writing style is engaging and accessible, making it easy for us readers to connect with her personal anecdotes and knowledge.
I recommend this incredible book to anyone looking to improve their lives and learning the importance of the quality of our thoughts for living a happy life!
June 13, 2023
''Now Here: A Journey from Toxic Boss to Conscious Connector'' is a fantastic story that everyone should read; it is an inspirational book. The author, Dominique Farnan, brings us her overcoming story of how she left her bitter, lonely, and miserable mess on the inside, as she said in the book, to become a completely different person with herself and the people around her.
This is a nice story about redemption and the long road that she has to walk to find the peace that she needed. This book has different lessons that we can put into practice. For sure, you will love this story from the beginning to the end. I would recommend it.
This is a nice story about redemption and the long road that she has to walk to find the peace that she needed. This book has different lessons that we can put into practice. For sure, you will love this story from the beginning to the end. I would recommend it.
June 14, 2023
I feel really moved by this truly inspirational story. Now Here: A Journey from Toxic Boss to Conscious Connector by Dominique Farnan is an amazing book. The author tells her fascinating journey from being a toxic and demanding boss, wife and mother who used to hide her feelings and emotion to a caring, loving and understanding woman. Her breakpoint was the Covid 19 Pandemic when she realized that she had to make a deep change. I found the book completely helpful, I consider it a must read in this crazy world we are living. I think we should all learn from Dom´s experience and feel motivated to listen and learn from our inner selves to reach happiness, peace and success in life.
June 16, 2023
Now Here is a Journey through the Life of Dominique Farman, who shares with the reader her ups and downs, in dealing with depression. It's a very interesting approach the one she makes, knowing she has everything to be happy but never fully experiencing it.
In my opinion, Dominique represents one of the biggest enigmas we as humans have: Inner peace. A concept so hard to achieve and one that takes lots of time and effort, just to modify a tiny part of ourselves.
Overall, I think this book is great for people struggling with depression or other mental conditions, as it narrates in the first person the process she endures and how she turned her life around, healing and growing every day.
In my opinion, Dominique represents one of the biggest enigmas we as humans have: Inner peace. A concept so hard to achieve and one that takes lots of time and effort, just to modify a tiny part of ourselves.
Overall, I think this book is great for people struggling with depression or other mental conditions, as it narrates in the first person the process she endures and how she turned her life around, healing and growing every day.
June 16, 2023
Really inspiring!
I don't have any doubt that the covid-19 pandemic generated big changes in life in general, and in the particular lives of many people. This book is a great testimony of that. Now Here: A Journey from Toxic Boss to Conscious Connector by Dominique Farnan tells the author's own story of how she hit rock bottom and was able to emerge as a better person in all areas of her life.
It is a very moving story and I think a lot of people can relate to it. I liked it not only because the author is totally transparent but also because she shares a very important message about listening to ourselves, our feelings and working on them. It is great, I recommend it!
I don't have any doubt that the covid-19 pandemic generated big changes in life in general, and in the particular lives of many people. This book is a great testimony of that. Now Here: A Journey from Toxic Boss to Conscious Connector by Dominique Farnan tells the author's own story of how she hit rock bottom and was able to emerge as a better person in all areas of her life.
It is a very moving story and I think a lot of people can relate to it. I liked it not only because the author is totally transparent but also because she shares a very important message about listening to ourselves, our feelings and working on them. It is great, I recommend it!
June 16, 2023
It is an exciting and very inspiring story; in many of its parts, I felt identified and at times with a clear mind about what I should do to solve internally sustained problems but also conflicts that arise on a daily basis.
Written by author and protagonist Dominique Farnan, the story is an easy read with very well defined and interesting characters.
It has really helped me to reflect on and process a large part of the emotions that I experience, giving me valuable tools to begin to resolve them.
I recommend reading it and also reading it calmly and taking the time to enjoy it
Written by author and protagonist Dominique Farnan, the story is an easy read with very well defined and interesting characters.
It has really helped me to reflect on and process a large part of the emotions that I experience, giving me valuable tools to begin to resolve them.
I recommend reading it and also reading it calmly and taking the time to enjoy it
September 29, 2023
I love memoirs about people who can evolve from pain of the past and learn to become better people because of it. Dominique Farnan did just that. By being self aware even when it hurts. It is called growing. The world needs more inspirational voices. It helps us known we are not alone in the journey of life. A main theme is money and power do not make you happy. Learning to be a better person does.
I listened to this on Audio and the author is the narrator. I always love that. It seems so personal.
Thank you to Netgalley for the ARC of this wonderful book
I listened to this on Audio and the author is the narrator. I always love that. It seems so personal.
Thank you to Netgalley for the ARC of this wonderful book
June 11, 2023
Journey of self discovery
This book follows the author and her journey from a toxic boss and struggling mother and wife, to a even-tempered and fair boss, and loving mother and wife. Boundaries, love, healing and acceptance are all important topics in the book, and I found it was helpful to read the host with which the author tasted this subject matter. The story is inspiring and can show that most anyone can turn their life around.
This book follows the author and her journey from a toxic boss and struggling mother and wife, to a even-tempered and fair boss, and loving mother and wife. Boundaries, love, healing and acceptance are all important topics in the book, and I found it was helpful to read the host with which the author tasted this subject matter. The story is inspiring and can show that most anyone can turn their life around.
January 13, 2024
Thanks to NetGalley and Advantage Books for an ARC. I'm always interested in reading about people who are able to experience transformations in their lives. Dominique Farnan's journey highlights that no matter what your age, you can always seek to improve. Regardless of our own individuals stories in comparison to hers, there are some key takeaways we can all learn from this book.
March 5, 2024
Great book for future readers
I feel like we all survived differently throug the pande,ic and everyone who experienced it doesn't necessarily want to hear how it impacted other people. In 30 years this could be an interesting read for someone to learn about the mental impact covid-19 had on people. I was glad the author found her way through it.
I feel like we all survived differently throug the pande,ic and everyone who experienced it doesn't necessarily want to hear how it impacted other people. In 30 years this could be an interesting read for someone to learn about the mental impact covid-19 had on people. I was glad the author found her way through it.
September 10, 2023
Playbook for a role of good leadership and understanding one’s true self values and encouragement to others around you.
October 31, 2023
This book is very entertaining.
November 13, 2023
This was a Goodreads giveaway winner. A journey through one’s ups and downs in life. Grandma was very important in the writers journey and enjoyed the experiences reading about her.
January 22, 2024
This wasn’t a terrible read, but it did feel like a lot of the same points were being made throughout the book, so it seemed redundant.
Thank you for the free copy..
Thank you for the free copy..
August 9, 2024
I gave 3 stars but wanted to give 2 instead. But I will leave it at that. And keep my personal and humble opinion to myself.
January 16, 2024
🖋️ Sigh. I tossed this book because of the off-color language. ♦️ I received a Kindle eBook copy via the Goodreads Giveaway Program. Thank you to the author. 😀 🗑 Conversely, other readers may like this type of writing.
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May 13, 2024
This book does a great job of showing how chaotic and confrontational leadership does major damage. Dominique's raw and unapologetic glimpse into her full life and major transformation from being a self-proclaimed psycho boss to growing and building herself into a leader (rather than a boss) that supports others is so inspirational. I loved the important life lessons that she imparts to us, many of which date back to her grandmother. Here's to more toxic bosses becoming leaders we WANT to follow.
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