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Does This Insecurity Make Me Look Fat?
This is NOT a weight loss or body image book. It IS a guilt-loss and eternal perspective book.Michelle Wilson's humorous yet poignant insights help women examine the limitations we place on ourselves out of insecurity and self-doubt. We have faith in God, but do we know that He has faith in us?So often we are weighed down by guilt, shame, and comparison. When we see ourselves with God's eyes we can feel confident and whole—even (and maybe even especially) in our imperfection. Just think what we might accomplish if we truly believe that we are more important than we know, stronger than we realize, and extraordinary in every way.
176 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 1, 2013
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Michelle Wilson
7 books34 followersMICHELLE WILSON is a wife, mom, and popular inspirational author and speaker. She loves family, faith, and food, and admittedly has a bad habit of laughing at the wrong times. Through her published books and years of speaking to groups large and small, Michelle has helped thousands of women build stronger relationships with themselves, others, and Jesus Christ and Heavenly Father. She believes in the power of choice, purpose, and perspective, and feels every woman can be joyful and brave.
She blogs at michellewilsonwrites.com, where you can find uplifting, honest, and thought-provoking posts. You can also find the recipe for best chocolate chip cookie ever.
She blogs at michellewilsonwrites.com, where you can find uplifting, honest, and thought-provoking posts. You can also find the recipe for best chocolate chip cookie ever.
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January 13, 2014
Sometimes you read a book that leaves a permanent mark on your brain and your soul. This was that kind of book for me. This is a non-fiction book, religious in nature, full of inspiration, good advice and the pep talk that can get you through life's challenges. This book is geared mostly to the LDS audience, but I do believe that women of any faith would be better for reading this book.
This was the perfect book to start out the new year. I'm not a resolution maker but I do believe in constantly trying to be better and do better. I just loved this book. I loved the messages, the delivery and I loved how it made me feel. This should be mandatory reading for every LDS woman.
I'm going to try to point to a few things that especially stood out to me. First is a quote that I actually sent to my son who is serving a mission in England right now. It suited him so perfectly. I know it applies to me as well. It was my first big underlining moment in the book. (yes, I did underline it. With a green pen.)
"When we being to catch glimpses of who we really are, we can then begin to see the miracles that God can perform through us. There are people who need to be loved, to be served, to be taught, to be mended, to be healed. We are His hands here on earth, and our greatest joy is to be found when we are actively engaged in a good cause and furthering His work and purposes." (pg. 17)
The next part I really loved was in the chapter "I'm Right Here". It talks about God having faith in us. It says, "He has faith in me. He knows I can overcome. He expects nothing less, because He knows I can do it. . . If God tells me I can do it, then I must accept that. God is perfect- He cannot lie. Therefore, I must be able to do anything He asks me to do."
I loved the call to action. We cannot be lukewarm, we must get up and do something, be something. We must do it in the right way.
I feel like I'm giving you the whole book here but I honestly loved it. I'm going to go back and read it more carefully- looking up scriptures and spending time pondering for my own enlightenment. This book inspired me to change some things. It inspired me to do better and to be better. Thank you Michelle Wilson for sharing this with me.
This was the perfect book to start out the new year. I'm not a resolution maker but I do believe in constantly trying to be better and do better. I just loved this book. I loved the messages, the delivery and I loved how it made me feel. This should be mandatory reading for every LDS woman.
I'm going to try to point to a few things that especially stood out to me. First is a quote that I actually sent to my son who is serving a mission in England right now. It suited him so perfectly. I know it applies to me as well. It was my first big underlining moment in the book. (yes, I did underline it. With a green pen.)
"When we being to catch glimpses of who we really are, we can then begin to see the miracles that God can perform through us. There are people who need to be loved, to be served, to be taught, to be mended, to be healed. We are His hands here on earth, and our greatest joy is to be found when we are actively engaged in a good cause and furthering His work and purposes." (pg. 17)
The next part I really loved was in the chapter "I'm Right Here". It talks about God having faith in us. It says, "He has faith in me. He knows I can overcome. He expects nothing less, because He knows I can do it. . . If God tells me I can do it, then I must accept that. God is perfect- He cannot lie. Therefore, I must be able to do anything He asks me to do."
I loved the call to action. We cannot be lukewarm, we must get up and do something, be something. We must do it in the right way.
I feel like I'm giving you the whole book here but I honestly loved it. I'm going to go back and read it more carefully- looking up scriptures and spending time pondering for my own enlightenment. This book inspired me to change some things. It inspired me to do better and to be better. Thank you Michelle Wilson for sharing this with me.
December 10, 2013
A critically important read for the stoutly secure. A life-changing one for the rest of us.
The author's stories connect with the reader like a punch to the face - a really funny, soul-searching, insightful punch to the face. I love her wit, her way of linking everyday life with essential eternal principles, and her ability to call us to action.
Two thumbs way up for "Does This Insecurity Make Me Look Fat?" by Michelle Wilson! I can't wait to see what she creates next!
The author's stories connect with the reader like a punch to the face - a really funny, soul-searching, insightful punch to the face. I love her wit, her way of linking everyday life with essential eternal principles, and her ability to call us to action.
Two thumbs way up for "Does This Insecurity Make Me Look Fat?" by Michelle Wilson! I can't wait to see what she creates next!
January 8, 2014
When I first read this title, I laughed and knew this was a book I wanted to read. I enjoyed Ms. Wilson's writing style and found myself laughing a lot throughout her book. She shares her experiences that have taught her different principles. One of the largest points she makes in her book is perspective and the importance of seeing ourselves with God's perspective, which will then help each of us see our true worth.
She shares some great personal stories. One that made me laugh hard was when she went to a Mother's Day Tea with her daughter in elementary school. All the girls read poems they had written to their mothers and she beamed with pride as her daughter read hers. When she was done, her daughter came and sat on her lap and shared some of her other less flattering poems with her (believe me, when you read them, you will laugh hard). She was horrified and talked to the teacher to assure her that the things her daughter said weren't true. The teacher assured her that she knew they weren't true. Her daughter told her she wrote them because she just wanted to be funny, like her mom. The compliment worked and she couldn't stay angry with her daughter. She said that she was grateful that the teacher was able to look past her daughter's slanderous statements and knew the poems didn't define her because the teacher knew the kind of person she was. She compares that to God knowing that our mistakes don't define us but rather give us opportunities to change and our shortcomings aren't permanent but opportunities to grow.
I also really laughed at her camping experience, choir story, her basketball experience and so many more. There are also stories that are more serious. She shares what she has learned through each experience. I enjoyed that because it's helped me to look at some of my own experiences with a different perspective and see that I'm learning more than I thought I was!
I also enjoyed her chapter on understanding our relationship with God. She discusses how God sees us and what he expects from us. There are Nine Expectations and she first lists them and then goes through each one in a little more detail. Her book ends with an old-fashioned pep talk, which is something we all need to hear. This is a book I will read again and recommend it to any woman that needs a new perspective in life!
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She shares some great personal stories. One that made me laugh hard was when she went to a Mother's Day Tea with her daughter in elementary school. All the girls read poems they had written to their mothers and she beamed with pride as her daughter read hers. When she was done, her daughter came and sat on her lap and shared some of her other less flattering poems with her (believe me, when you read them, you will laugh hard). She was horrified and talked to the teacher to assure her that the things her daughter said weren't true. The teacher assured her that she knew they weren't true. Her daughter told her she wrote them because she just wanted to be funny, like her mom. The compliment worked and she couldn't stay angry with her daughter. She said that she was grateful that the teacher was able to look past her daughter's slanderous statements and knew the poems didn't define her because the teacher knew the kind of person she was. She compares that to God knowing that our mistakes don't define us but rather give us opportunities to change and our shortcomings aren't permanent but opportunities to grow.
I also really laughed at her camping experience, choir story, her basketball experience and so many more. There are also stories that are more serious. She shares what she has learned through each experience. I enjoyed that because it's helped me to look at some of my own experiences with a different perspective and see that I'm learning more than I thought I was!
I also enjoyed her chapter on understanding our relationship with God. She discusses how God sees us and what he expects from us. There are Nine Expectations and she first lists them and then goes through each one in a little more detail. Her book ends with an old-fashioned pep talk, which is something we all need to hear. This is a book I will read again and recommend it to any woman that needs a new perspective in life!
Mel's Shelves
January 9, 2014
This book was for me. I was already bawling by page ten! I was in tears intermittently throughout the book because I'm going through some insecurities now and therefore could relate to the anxieties the author illustrated. Plus, the scriptural references had me feeling loved and understood so the water works of comfort came easily. I was reminded that life throws each of us a variety of Enemies of Perspective (false reality) but having the right Perspective (way God views things) to combat them makes for a winning day. This book equipped me with the tools to remember God's eternal perspective (the bigger picture) and how to daily apply it to my life.
Ms. Wilson had chock-full of personal examples that provided great analogy to make a point. After all, analogies are the modern day parables. It's a fantastic way to grasp a concept being presented. It's scary how some of them described me to the T! It seems like I've found my spiritual twin. But in seriousness, the big take out for me was that Heavenly Father is truly at my side championing for my success in my life. That understanding inspires me to be confident and with a twist to the title, I can instead ask, "Does this confidence make me look magnificent?".
Geared to women but the principles can apply to any that may feel insecure. I highly recommend this book to those wanting or needing to be uplifted. Ms. Wilson has a pulsing way of bringing to remembrance the power of God's love of hope and faith in each of us. You will see yourselves in her words and then you will find peace in God's.
Thank you Ms. Wilson for this splendid book. It is helping me.
Jinky is Reading
Ms. Wilson had chock-full of personal examples that provided great analogy to make a point. After all, analogies are the modern day parables. It's a fantastic way to grasp a concept being presented. It's scary how some of them described me to the T! It seems like I've found my spiritual twin. But in seriousness, the big take out for me was that Heavenly Father is truly at my side championing for my success in my life. That understanding inspires me to be confident and with a twist to the title, I can instead ask, "Does this confidence make me look magnificent?".
Geared to women but the principles can apply to any that may feel insecure. I highly recommend this book to those wanting or needing to be uplifted. Ms. Wilson has a pulsing way of bringing to remembrance the power of God's love of hope and faith in each of us. You will see yourselves in her words and then you will find peace in God's.
Thank you Ms. Wilson for this splendid book. It is helping me.
Jinky is Reading
January 6, 2014
When I saw the title of the book, Does This Insecurity Make Me Look Fat?, I knew it was a book that I wanted and needed to read.
Michelle Wilson takes a deeper look into our insecurities as women. She takes emotions that everyone feels and brings them into perspective. She talks about eternal perspective. Perspective is with a capital P in her book. A quote that I loved is "The opinion of another person does not define you. It merely shows their view of you. It reflects their reality, not God's. (Light bulb switches on in my brain at this point.) How many times in life do I try to measure up to an unrealistic expectation that is fueled by my desire to be respected/loved by my peers?
This book is written with humor and spiritual understanding. It has eight chapters each highlighting a message that is pertinent and powerful.
#1 All the Little Leaves: The Power of Perspective
#2 Does This Insecurity Make Me Look Fat? : The Enemies of Perspective (My favorite chapter ~ It's highly highlighted.)
#3 I'm Right Here: Understanding Our Relationship with God
#4 Heavenly Bifocals: Seeing Purpose in Our Trials
#5 Ice Cream and Choices: Discover, Decide, and Become Who You Can Be
#6 She Shoots! She Scores!...Not: The Pearls of Progress
#7 Does This Confidence Make Me Look Magnificent?: Experiencing the Joy of Confidence
#8 A Good Old-Fashioned Pep Talk: Because We all Need One Sometimes
I am very grateful that I took the time to read this book. As I stated before, this is a book that I needed to read, to help me with my perspective, perserverance, and general outlook.
Michelle Wilson takes a deeper look into our insecurities as women. She takes emotions that everyone feels and brings them into perspective. She talks about eternal perspective. Perspective is with a capital P in her book. A quote that I loved is "The opinion of another person does not define you. It merely shows their view of you. It reflects their reality, not God's. (Light bulb switches on in my brain at this point.) How many times in life do I try to measure up to an unrealistic expectation that is fueled by my desire to be respected/loved by my peers?
This book is written with humor and spiritual understanding. It has eight chapters each highlighting a message that is pertinent and powerful.
#1 All the Little Leaves: The Power of Perspective
#2 Does This Insecurity Make Me Look Fat? : The Enemies of Perspective (My favorite chapter ~ It's highly highlighted.)
#3 I'm Right Here: Understanding Our Relationship with God
#4 Heavenly Bifocals: Seeing Purpose in Our Trials
#5 Ice Cream and Choices: Discover, Decide, and Become Who You Can Be
#6 She Shoots! She Scores!...Not: The Pearls of Progress
#7 Does This Confidence Make Me Look Magnificent?: Experiencing the Joy of Confidence
#8 A Good Old-Fashioned Pep Talk: Because We all Need One Sometimes
I am very grateful that I took the time to read this book. As I stated before, this is a book that I needed to read, to help me with my perspective, perserverance, and general outlook.
April 28, 2014
I would prefer to give this one 3.5 stars. Why are there no half stars?!
The last two pages are the best part of the book.
While I didn't enjoy the book as much as I had hoped, I will probably keep the book to refer to for YW lesson ideas. For example, she talks about how we are like seeds. Each seed looks different, but we all have the same purpose--to grow into something much more than a seed. Or giving people close-up photographs of items in a room and having them try to figure out what is in the picture, then explaining that we can't see the whole picture, so sometimes it's confusing, but God sees everything and knows how it all fits together. Or how we need to change from God's pocket knife into God's multi-tool.
The last two pages are the best part of the book.
While I didn't enjoy the book as much as I had hoped, I will probably keep the book to refer to for YW lesson ideas. For example, she talks about how we are like seeds. Each seed looks different, but we all have the same purpose--to grow into something much more than a seed. Or giving people close-up photographs of items in a room and having them try to figure out what is in the picture, then explaining that we can't see the whole picture, so sometimes it's confusing, but God sees everything and knows how it all fits together. Or how we need to change from God's pocket knife into God's multi-tool.
February 14, 2014
Hi! I'm the author, Michelle Wilson. I wanted to thank you for checking out my book. I love the topic: finding confidence through God's perspective. I infuse real life stories that I hope will make you laugh and even cry (the good cry, lol!) I love how learning to see myself, God, and even my trials through His eyes has changed and strengthened me. I hope you feel the same!
If you have any questions, please feel free to email me at authormwilson at gmail dot com. You can also find me at www.michellewilsonatlarge.com.
Thank you!
If you have any questions, please feel free to email me at authormwilson at gmail dot com. You can also find me at www.michellewilsonatlarge.com.
Thank you!
March 11, 2014
Great book! Regardless of what you look like or whether you feel secure or insecure, this book is for everyone. Michelle Wilson combines a good sense of humor with touching stories to offer a healthy perspective on ourselves and on life in general. This book is full of great insights.
December 16, 2013
This book is all about our stupid insecurities and how to change our outlook in life! I loved it! It made me laugh and think and that is always a good mixture! :D
June 25, 2020
I think I would have gotten more out of this book when I was a teen/in my college years, as I've since figured out a lot of this for myself, but it was still a good read, and there were a couple of times I wrote down a quote from the book.
This book has a fun and enjoyable approach to the topic of self-worth, but it also offers many important insights and is filled with truths about God and how He views us. If you're religious (and especially LDS), this is a great book to pick up if you need some help with changing how you view yourself.
This book has a fun and enjoyable approach to the topic of self-worth, but it also offers many important insights and is filled with truths about God and how He views us. If you're religious (and especially LDS), this is a great book to pick up if you need some help with changing how you view yourself.
February 12, 2023
Much of what is in this book isn't new -- except the author's stories and takes on things. However, some of the truths in this book were what I needed to read. As I read some of what she wrote, I was amazed at how similar it was to what I have felt at times. Sometimes we just need to know we are not alone in the way we feel. This may be one I come back to in the future.
February 5, 2018
Picked this up at the bargain table for under $2. I thoroughly enjoyed it. It was uplifting and inspirational. A good combination of fluffy stories and meaty doctrine. I'd recommend it to anyone.
December 22, 2017
Great book!! Michelle Wilson has a unique way of using humor to remind us we are human and its okay to let go of expectations as well as forgive yourself.
January 7, 2019
3.5 I liked it!
January 14, 2014
It’s been a while since I’ve sailed through a nonfiction book as quickly as I did Does This Insecurity Make Me Look Fat?. Only eight pages into it, I read the words Michelle had told herself during her day-long pity party and heard their familiar echo in my mind. Soon I was asking myself, “Who is this woman? And how does she know me so well??”
Michelle’s voice is genuine. Her writing style is fun and easy to read. The stories that she shares in relation to the principles she discusses are quick, relatable, effective, and often entertaining. I exhausted a pad of Post-Its leaving notes on pages I wanted to reread and highlight. I look forward to going back through the book and revisiting those paragraphs that inspired me.
“We are not required to be all things, but we are asked to do our best. We are to magnify who we are, not necessarily what we do. An immaculate house, perfectly behaved children, and an unbroken record of punctuality will not matter if our character is tainted with pride, anger, selfishness…and guilt.” –page 46
I laughed out loud several times. I truly enjoy her sense of humor. Michelle knows how to intermingle the funny and the serious without detracting from the spiritual message.
I cried at least half a dozen times but in a hopeful, I-needed-to-hear-that kind of way. I appreciated the sincerity I felt from her. I loved her message of Perspective and how strongly she advocates for women to see themselves as Heavenly Father sees them.
The Nine Expectations she outlines are excellent. They fill me with hope. I plan to print them and hang them where I can see them every day.
One of the analogies Michelle shared that really stood out to me was the story of when her daughter really wanted to help her, but she kept saying no, preferring to accomplish the tasks on her own.
“We so deeply want to be heard and to be helped, but when the help comes, we often turn it away. Sometimes we feel unworthy of His help. Sometimes we are prideful and don’t want to be helped in His way…It is up to us to hear Him and accept His answers. It is up to us to let Him help us.“ –page 68
Some time later, her daughter asked again and she accepted her help. After they were finished, her little daughter thanked her, gave her mom a hug, and told her she really loved her. Through my tears, I read the following:
“I looked down at her and realized that her desire to help me wasn’t just because she liked to help. It was because she loved me. … Heavenly Father sends help to us not because He doubts our abilities but because He loves us…” –pages 69-70
There is so much more. I could go on and on. I highly recommend Does This Insecurity Make Me Look Fat?. It is worth every one of the five stars I’m giving it.
Review originally published on LDS Women's Book Review - www.ldswbr.com
Free paperback review copy provided by publisher in exchange for an honest review.
Michelle’s voice is genuine. Her writing style is fun and easy to read. The stories that she shares in relation to the principles she discusses are quick, relatable, effective, and often entertaining. I exhausted a pad of Post-Its leaving notes on pages I wanted to reread and highlight. I look forward to going back through the book and revisiting those paragraphs that inspired me.
“We are not required to be all things, but we are asked to do our best. We are to magnify who we are, not necessarily what we do. An immaculate house, perfectly behaved children, and an unbroken record of punctuality will not matter if our character is tainted with pride, anger, selfishness…and guilt.” –page 46
I laughed out loud several times. I truly enjoy her sense of humor. Michelle knows how to intermingle the funny and the serious without detracting from the spiritual message.
I cried at least half a dozen times but in a hopeful, I-needed-to-hear-that kind of way. I appreciated the sincerity I felt from her. I loved her message of Perspective and how strongly she advocates for women to see themselves as Heavenly Father sees them.
The Nine Expectations she outlines are excellent. They fill me with hope. I plan to print them and hang them where I can see them every day.
One of the analogies Michelle shared that really stood out to me was the story of when her daughter really wanted to help her, but she kept saying no, preferring to accomplish the tasks on her own.
“We so deeply want to be heard and to be helped, but when the help comes, we often turn it away. Sometimes we feel unworthy of His help. Sometimes we are prideful and don’t want to be helped in His way…It is up to us to hear Him and accept His answers. It is up to us to let Him help us.“ –page 68
Some time later, her daughter asked again and she accepted her help. After they were finished, her little daughter thanked her, gave her mom a hug, and told her she really loved her. Through my tears, I read the following:
“I looked down at her and realized that her desire to help me wasn’t just because she liked to help. It was because she loved me. … Heavenly Father sends help to us not because He doubts our abilities but because He loves us…” –pages 69-70
There is so much more. I could go on and on. I highly recommend Does This Insecurity Make Me Look Fat?. It is worth every one of the five stars I’m giving it.
Review originally published on LDS Women's Book Review - www.ldswbr.com
Free paperback review copy provided by publisher in exchange for an honest review.
January 16, 2014
I don't spend much of my reading time on non-fiction since more often than not reading non-fiction feels like a bit of a chore. But, when I was given the opportunity to review Michelle Wilson's new book, Does This Insecurity Make Me Look Fat?, I decided it would be a good book to start the new year.
I've had a lot of changes in my life over the past year, and some of the effects have manifested themselves physically. Quite bluntly, I've gained weight and am not happy with larger clothing sizes and what hides beneath (although I am very grateful for clothing and its hiding capabilities). Feeling the "weight" of this new insecurity, I thought this book would be a good way to help me feel better about myself.
I can't say that any of the concepts Michelle addresses are new, although sometimes it's good to hear what you know, but haven't been thinking about. I really appreciated the humor and personal stories that Michelle included throughout the book to drive her points home.
A main focus of this book is perspective, and looking at ourselves as our Heavenly Father sees us. Too often we set our own expectations too high, and we beat ourselves up about not meeting these expectations.
One of my favorite quotes came in a section about guilt.
"The laundry doesn't cry when it doesn't get folded. Neither should you."
I also really enjoyed the elevator analogy that reminded us that Heavenly Father doesn't give us more than we can handle-He helps us through those hard times in our lives.
Michelle's thought about importance also stood out to me.
"I do not have to be somebody 'important' to do important things. I simply have to be me and do what He asks of me."
I also liked the reminder about the Atonement:
"Through the power of the Atonement of Jesus Christ, we may choose the paths we take and the people we want to be."
Along those lines, I also appreciated this quote:
"As you exercise more faith in yourself and in Him, you will be amazed at the things He will accomplish in you and through you."
None of what I read is a direct tip on finding more energy after I get home from work, and making better choices in what I eat, but Michelle's reminders help me know that what I see in the mirror isn't as important as what I am inside. Heavenly Father doesn't think I'm worth less because I went up a pant size. He loves me, and is always there for me.
Whatever issues might be causing you to feel insecure, there is hope. And, you are better than you think you are!
I've had a lot of changes in my life over the past year, and some of the effects have manifested themselves physically. Quite bluntly, I've gained weight and am not happy with larger clothing sizes and what hides beneath (although I am very grateful for clothing and its hiding capabilities). Feeling the "weight" of this new insecurity, I thought this book would be a good way to help me feel better about myself.
I can't say that any of the concepts Michelle addresses are new, although sometimes it's good to hear what you know, but haven't been thinking about. I really appreciated the humor and personal stories that Michelle included throughout the book to drive her points home.
A main focus of this book is perspective, and looking at ourselves as our Heavenly Father sees us. Too often we set our own expectations too high, and we beat ourselves up about not meeting these expectations.
One of my favorite quotes came in a section about guilt.
"The laundry doesn't cry when it doesn't get folded. Neither should you."
I also really enjoyed the elevator analogy that reminded us that Heavenly Father doesn't give us more than we can handle-He helps us through those hard times in our lives.
Michelle's thought about importance also stood out to me.
"I do not have to be somebody 'important' to do important things. I simply have to be me and do what He asks of me."
I also liked the reminder about the Atonement:
"Through the power of the Atonement of Jesus Christ, we may choose the paths we take and the people we want to be."
Along those lines, I also appreciated this quote:
"As you exercise more faith in yourself and in Him, you will be amazed at the things He will accomplish in you and through you."
None of what I read is a direct tip on finding more energy after I get home from work, and making better choices in what I eat, but Michelle's reminders help me know that what I see in the mirror isn't as important as what I am inside. Heavenly Father doesn't think I'm worth less because I went up a pant size. He loves me, and is always there for me.
Whatever issues might be causing you to feel insecure, there is hope. And, you are better than you think you are!
January 13, 2014
An amazing book that touches to the very heart of the struggles women in today's world face. Rather than the typical self-help style, this book felt more like encouragement from a friend with a big kick in the pants thrown in to get you motivated. With touching personal moments of embarrassments, success, failure, and humor given for each of the points she talks about, you can't help feeling you are not alone in whatever issues you face, or have faced. Michelle Wilson isn't afraid to dig deep into her own life as she encourages women to reevaluate their current viewpoints on life, and offers scriptural and personal inspiration to help them realign their viewpoint with God's Perspective of them as his beloved daughters.
I loved this book. It was full of references from ancient and modern prophets and apostles who testified of the divine truths, Wilson reminded me of. She offers realistic ways to overcome some of our less than perfect views of ourselves as women in God's plan. With her section on recognizing the Enemies of Perspective, you get a fresh new look at things that may be holding you back from reaching your true potential that you never realized were affecting you. She isn't ashamed to admit she too has been a victim of some of these things, and offers a helping hand and smile as she shows ways to overcome our skewed perspective about ourselves and life. I face the new year with a renewed sense of purpose and joy after reading her inspiring, and often humorous, book.
I loved this book. It was full of references from ancient and modern prophets and apostles who testified of the divine truths, Wilson reminded me of. She offers realistic ways to overcome some of our less than perfect views of ourselves as women in God's plan. With her section on recognizing the Enemies of Perspective, you get a fresh new look at things that may be holding you back from reaching your true potential that you never realized were affecting you. She isn't ashamed to admit she too has been a victim of some of these things, and offers a helping hand and smile as she shows ways to overcome our skewed perspective about ourselves and life. I face the new year with a renewed sense of purpose and joy after reading her inspiring, and often humorous, book.
January 3, 2014
Make room on the bench marked “LDS Women Writers”; there’s a new talent in town. With sparkling wit and timeless wisdom, Michelle Wilson takes on the soul-destroying doubts and fears that encumber so many LDS women in her new Deseret Book release, DOES THIS INSECURITY MAKE ME LOOK FAT?
Using stories from her own life and from others close to her, Wilson starts with the premise that, as daughters of God, we all have limitless potential in the eternities and so much more than most of us ever consider, let alone act upon, even here in mortal life. She encourages us to see ourselves as our Father in Heaven sees us and then moves on to show us how to use what we have to serve Him and His children. Recognizing we all have weaknesses, she helps us maximize our divine potential by asking us to require of ourselves the best we have to give and to forgive ourselves for our mortal limitations. Her warm, real, down-to-earth examples help to move theory into action as she shows us not just why, but also how.
DOES THIS INSECURITY MAKE ME LOOK FAT is a fast, easy read with the power to change a life. Although it is written for women, LDS men may find value in it as well.
Slide over, Sister Mary Ellen Edmunds! Michelle Wilson has arrived.
Using stories from her own life and from others close to her, Wilson starts with the premise that, as daughters of God, we all have limitless potential in the eternities and so much more than most of us ever consider, let alone act upon, even here in mortal life. She encourages us to see ourselves as our Father in Heaven sees us and then moves on to show us how to use what we have to serve Him and His children. Recognizing we all have weaknesses, she helps us maximize our divine potential by asking us to require of ourselves the best we have to give and to forgive ourselves for our mortal limitations. Her warm, real, down-to-earth examples help to move theory into action as she shows us not just why, but also how.
DOES THIS INSECURITY MAKE ME LOOK FAT is a fast, easy read with the power to change a life. Although it is written for women, LDS men may find value in it as well.
Slide over, Sister Mary Ellen Edmunds! Michelle Wilson has arrived.
February 1, 2015
For any woman out there who needs a good boost of confidence and guidance to help improve the way you look at yourself, I highly recommend you read...no, inhale, consume, absorb, this book!!!
I give five big gold stars to Michelle Wilson for writing a book that is so full of common sense and practical principles that can help us improve our lives.
From beginning to end I was drawn to the simplicity of this book. I usually don't like self-help books, but this is beyond a simple self-help, this is a great way to teach yourself how to grow and become a better person.
Her suggestions to "Learn to See" and then "Choose to Be" are demonstrated so clearly and matter-of-factly that anyone on any level can understand and find a way to make their perspective, their lives, and their outlook on the future better.
Thanks, Michelle, for being in-tune with the spirit and helping us find a plain and simple way to draw closer to Heavenly Father. It's not always easy, but you have given us the tools to make ourselves better.
I loved this book. Michelle's writing is fun and infectious, allowing the reader to relate easily to someone on their level. Two Thumbs UP!!!
I give five big gold stars to Michelle Wilson for writing a book that is so full of common sense and practical principles that can help us improve our lives.
From beginning to end I was drawn to the simplicity of this book. I usually don't like self-help books, but this is beyond a simple self-help, this is a great way to teach yourself how to grow and become a better person.
Her suggestions to "Learn to See" and then "Choose to Be" are demonstrated so clearly and matter-of-factly that anyone on any level can understand and find a way to make their perspective, their lives, and their outlook on the future better.
Thanks, Michelle, for being in-tune with the spirit and helping us find a plain and simple way to draw closer to Heavenly Father. It's not always easy, but you have given us the tools to make ourselves better.
I loved this book. Michelle's writing is fun and infectious, allowing the reader to relate easily to someone on their level. Two Thumbs UP!!!
February 13, 2017
Good messages, but I just didn't overall jive with the book at this particular point in my life.
January 10, 2014
EVERY WOMAN NEEDS TO READ THIS BOOK!
Filled with advice on how to let go of the fear and the doubt and the guilt that most women carry..
Also...
Helps for seeing things with an eternal perspective, learning how to be more confident, believing that we are "stronger than we realize, and extraordinary in every way."
This book will uplift your spirit and make you smile.
FUN stories from Michelle's own life will let you realize you are not alone in the feelings women so often have...but are often so negative...
Some of my favorite quotes:
• Why do clothing stores hang fun-house mirrors in their dressing rooms?
• The laundry doesn’t cry when it’s not folded, so why should I?
• Can I be confident even if an elevator calls me fat?
Let go of that insecurity!
Embrace confidence!
"Have faith in God!"
And know that He has faith in us!
Filled with advice on how to let go of the fear and the doubt and the guilt that most women carry..
Also...
Helps for seeing things with an eternal perspective, learning how to be more confident, believing that we are "stronger than we realize, and extraordinary in every way."
This book will uplift your spirit and make you smile.
FUN stories from Michelle's own life will let you realize you are not alone in the feelings women so often have...but are often so negative...
Some of my favorite quotes:
• Why do clothing stores hang fun-house mirrors in their dressing rooms?
• The laundry doesn’t cry when it’s not folded, so why should I?
• Can I be confident even if an elevator calls me fat?
Let go of that insecurity!
Embrace confidence!
"Have faith in God!"
And know that He has faith in us!
January 7, 2014
How could I not read a book with such a great title? Does This Insecurity Make Me Look Fat? by author Michelle Wilson is a funny yet insightful look at the way women frustrate and rob themselves of a rich and fulfilling life.
Our constant comparison of ourselves to others--or to some imaginary and unrealistic standard--often cause us feelings of inadequacy and a lack of self-confidence. Michelle's assertion that if we only understood what our relationship with God could be, and realized that not only do we have faith in God, but he has faith in US, it would be a life changer.
This is definitely a book I'll be referring back to, if nothing else for all the little snippets of inspiration and motivation that I've already taken a highlighter to. It's a quick and easy read, but still full of great thoughts and insights for helping us become the women God believes we are.
Our constant comparison of ourselves to others--or to some imaginary and unrealistic standard--often cause us feelings of inadequacy and a lack of self-confidence. Michelle's assertion that if we only understood what our relationship with God could be, and realized that not only do we have faith in God, but he has faith in US, it would be a life changer.
This is definitely a book I'll be referring back to, if nothing else for all the little snippets of inspiration and motivation that I've already taken a highlighter to. It's a quick and easy read, but still full of great thoughts and insights for helping us become the women God believes we are.
April 21, 2015
This took me a long time to get through. Maybe the truth is too hard to deal with.....Contrary to popular belief, ths has nothing to do with weight. It is about perspective and the way we as children of God listen to the negative voices of the adversary and choose to believe them. Great source of comfort because we tend to be hardest on ourselves. No matter what, our Heavenly Father knows: "You are all right, and everything will be okay, because it's true! You can have confidence in that." Grandma Joyce's words exactly as she wispered them to me while I was in the temple. A great quote from Heather that I love: "If you have a bad thought about yourself, tell it to go to hell because that's exactly where it cam from." --Brigham Young--Love it!
March 31, 2014
The title is what first interested me. I was expecting to be somewhat disappointed or at least feel unsatisfied. Rather than thinking I could have written a similar book I was quite impressed with how well she did it. Her personal examples are comic relief while illustrating her point. I felt the book was well researched and well written. This is a must read for any woman because we all struggle with insecurity. She quotes Bible stories and Bible verses more often than any other Mormon scripture. I believe it makes the book more universal. If a woman believes in God she can appreciate this book.
December 30, 2013
This is an awesome book. Michelle is a very tallented author who has a wonderful way of keeping you interested and engaged through her wit & the real-life stories that tie in to the principles she teaches in the book. Through Gospel principles and scriptures and stories, you learn that you are not the only one in this world with insecurities and you are given clear-cut tools that are plainly laid out for you to follow and practice to better yourself and gain more confidence... all with some chuckles sprinkled inbetween. Words cannot express how thankful I am for this book!
October 27, 2014
You know how some books just seem to be written for you? This book was written for me. It spoke to me. I could relate to it so well. Thank you to the author for a job well done. Even though it took me a long time to get through it (and it being such a small book), I had so much going on in my life, but this book always told me things I needed to hear when I did read it. This is one book that you can pick up and read one chapter or even one snippet and it will lift you up and you can relate to it. This is one book I am keeping.
November 22, 2013
Fun and insightful Michelle Wilson relates many insecurities women carry about. She covers everything from physical appearance to comparing ourselves to others. She explores our relationship with God and how understanding how he views us is a confidence altering thing. Then by applying this new prospective she encourages the reader to choose to be better and different. Truly inspiring this book is a great read for any girl or woman.
September 1, 2016
Give yourself a treat--and I don't mean one you'll feel guilty about in an hour. Every page is a pep talk and a profound way to start the day: reminding yourself of your innate worth. And although the book reiterates that it's what is inside that counts, how could you go wrong with a title that makes you laugh and the gorgeous cover that accompanies it? Michelle Wison tells great stories and couples them with beautiful gospel insights and laugh-out-loud humor. A great book!
April 16, 2014
This is a book that you need to have a couple of different highlighters at the ready. There is so much inspiration and quotes that moved me and that I want to remember. Definitely a great present (maybe with the highlighters) for any woman. I'll reread this one and mark it all up!
(And I love the author, we've met and chatted. She's super cute and funny. One of those that you would never think would have any insecurities. Thanks Michelle, for putting yourself out there.)
(And I love the author, we've met and chatted. She's super cute and funny. One of those that you would never think would have any insecurities. Thanks Michelle, for putting yourself out there.)
April 24, 2015
This is the first book I've read about confidence that has been wonderful! With unique wit, Michelle does a marvelous job of talking about the importance of not only having faith and trust in our Savior, but also believing that because we have that faith we can believe in our abilities and see who we really are. I highly recommend this book to every woman who is struggling with self worth issues.
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