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Drama Free: Finding Peace When Emotions Overwhelm You
"All the World's a Stage" —
What Part Will You Play? You know what drama is...in your circle of friends, your workplace, your extended family, and in the unexpected circumstances of life. But has it gotten to be too much?
Truth is, we've all been both actor and audience when it comes to life's dramas. But here's another You don't have to let it sweep you away.
Discover a biblical script for a more peaceful life as you learn how to... The world may be a stage—but you can find freedom from the drama.
What Part Will You Play? You know what drama is...in your circle of friends, your workplace, your extended family, and in the unexpected circumstances of life. But has it gotten to be too much?
Truth is, we've all been both actor and audience when it comes to life's dramas. But here's another You don't have to let it sweep you away.
Discover a biblical script for a more peaceful life as you learn how to... The world may be a stage—but you can find freedom from the drama.
- GenresNonfiction
240 pages, Paperback
Published May 1, 2017
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About the author
Cindi McMenamin
32 books75 followersI am a wife, mother and national speaker who has authored 17 books, including "When Women Walk Alone," "Drama Free" and my most recent, "12 Ways to Experience More with Your Husband."
Through my speaking across the country, personal discipleship of women, and writing and teaching, I strive to help women find strength for their soul through a more intimate relationship with Jesus Christ. Once they realize He is the Only One who satisfies, life takes a new, exciting twist. We can then take our frustrations and turn them into a deeper desire for God.
I live in Southern California with my husband of 30 years. We have an daughter who works for the Walt Disney Company.
I love writing, reading, outdoor activities and Jazzercise!
Through my speaking across the country, personal discipleship of women, and writing and teaching, I strive to help women find strength for their soul through a more intimate relationship with Jesus Christ. Once they realize He is the Only One who satisfies, life takes a new, exciting twist. We can then take our frustrations and turn them into a deeper desire for God.
I live in Southern California with my husband of 30 years. We have an daughter who works for the Walt Disney Company.
I love writing, reading, outdoor activities and Jazzercise!
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March 29, 2018
This book is awesome - I received a copy from Cindi McMenamin a few months ago. I did not get to read it right when I got it, but I started reading it in Feb. 2018. God knew I need this book in my life at this time because I had so much DRAMA to deal with - that I was either going to make it or lose my mind. I have learned so much from DRAMA FREE on how to deal with the drama in my life and how to basically get rid of it. I have learned how to find PEACE during a time when I felt like I had no peace. This book will be a book that I re-read - hopefully with a group so I can learn even more. Over the last 4 weeks - my life has been very hard and I am happy to say I really handled it well. Thanks Cindi McMenamin for taking the time to write such an awesome book.
April 1, 2017
Free copy provided by Netgalley in return for an honest review
DNF @ 3%
Ho boy is this a fucking read.
I decided to read this book because I have borderline personality disorder and high emotions that are overwhelming are a massive problem for me and I need to get a handle on them. I don't believe in spirituality in any form and have never benefited from it before in my life, despite many attempts at trying. I figured, hey lets give this a go, who knows this may be the one that works.
"You are the catalyst for drama if you've ever... stormed out of a room or meeting (or lost it, emotionally, and then left the room)"
I know I am not the only person that has a personality disorder or a mental illness that wants to read this in order to see if it'll help. This line stuck out immediately at me and made alarm bells ring in my head.
I'm sorry but NO. It doesn't matter why someone leaves a room of if it causes drama. Does this author realise that leaving a room because of seriously high emotions can actually stop people from causing drama. I'm bad for it. I am bad for sitting there and listening to someone talk about something that continuously annoys me and sparks off my anger and then I will lose my absolute shit at them. So instead, I lose it emotionally, and politely excuse myself and then leave the room so I don't cause that drama. This is a defence mechanism, to remove myself from an environment that is not right for me to be in and to stop me from causing serious drama that will end up with people seriously hurt.
This one line has entirely pissed me off and seriously upset me. I don't like creating drama, I hate it; mainly because it's unavoidable because of my overwhelming emotions. Being told that doing something like this to AVOID creating drama just creates drama? I'm sorry but Miss. McMenamin remember that all sorts of people are going to read this and this is actually pretty damaging. I already know the next time I'm stuck in a horrible situation that is worsening my emotions and I want to leave, this line will pop into my head and I'll sit there thinking that I can't leave for fear of making drama. This is horrendous. I regret picking this up. I dread to think what else is in this book that would have made me feel like this.
If you don't have serious overwhelming emotions like those of a personality disorder or a mental illness, then you very well might find this book helpful! If you have a personality disorder or the like, don't read this. This will seriously make you feel awkward and uncomfortable and, like me, take away or make a defence mechanism much harder to go about.
This is probably for sure my last dabble in spirituality. Do not read this if you struggle with seriously overwhelming emotions because of a mental illness.
DNF @ 3%
Ho boy is this a fucking read.
I decided to read this book because I have borderline personality disorder and high emotions that are overwhelming are a massive problem for me and I need to get a handle on them. I don't believe in spirituality in any form and have never benefited from it before in my life, despite many attempts at trying. I figured, hey lets give this a go, who knows this may be the one that works.
"You are the catalyst for drama if you've ever... stormed out of a room or meeting (or lost it, emotionally, and then left the room)"
I know I am not the only person that has a personality disorder or a mental illness that wants to read this in order to see if it'll help. This line stuck out immediately at me and made alarm bells ring in my head.
I'm sorry but NO. It doesn't matter why someone leaves a room of if it causes drama. Does this author realise that leaving a room because of seriously high emotions can actually stop people from causing drama. I'm bad for it. I am bad for sitting there and listening to someone talk about something that continuously annoys me and sparks off my anger and then I will lose my absolute shit at them. So instead, I lose it emotionally, and politely excuse myself and then leave the room so I don't cause that drama. This is a defence mechanism, to remove myself from an environment that is not right for me to be in and to stop me from causing serious drama that will end up with people seriously hurt.
This one line has entirely pissed me off and seriously upset me. I don't like creating drama, I hate it; mainly because it's unavoidable because of my overwhelming emotions. Being told that doing something like this to AVOID creating drama just creates drama? I'm sorry but Miss. McMenamin remember that all sorts of people are going to read this and this is actually pretty damaging. I already know the next time I'm stuck in a horrible situation that is worsening my emotions and I want to leave, this line will pop into my head and I'll sit there thinking that I can't leave for fear of making drama. This is horrendous. I regret picking this up. I dread to think what else is in this book that would have made me feel like this.
If you don't have serious overwhelming emotions like those of a personality disorder or a mental illness, then you very well might find this book helpful! If you have a personality disorder or the like, don't read this. This will seriously make you feel awkward and uncomfortable and, like me, take away or make a defence mechanism much harder to go about.
This is probably for sure my last dabble in spirituality. Do not read this if you struggle with seriously overwhelming emotions because of a mental illness.
November 5, 2018
When I saw this book, I though, "That's what I want to be: Drama Free!" Many people feel the same way, but we usually mean that we want to avoid the drama that other people introduce in our lives.
In this book, McMenamin addresses other-people drama, but she also carefully, tactfully, points out the ways that we create our own drama: the way we respond to others, the way we over-commit, the way we trigger drama in certain situations by not being sensitive to the Holy Spirit. The list goes on, and it's convicting in the best kind of way.
I encourage every woman to read this book to find out where drama exists in their lives and how to reduce it in a way that glorifies God.
In this book, McMenamin addresses other-people drama, but she also carefully, tactfully, points out the ways that we create our own drama: the way we respond to others, the way we over-commit, the way we trigger drama in certain situations by not being sensitive to the Holy Spirit. The list goes on, and it's convicting in the best kind of way.
I encourage every woman to read this book to find out where drama exists in their lives and how to reduce it in a way that glorifies God.
November 26, 2018
This book encouraged me that God has definitely helped me in this area over the years. Many of the principles outlined here were ones I already put into practice. If you tend to have a drama-filled life, then I highly recommend you read this. It will give you a lot of insight and Scripture to help you have a more even-keeled life even when those around you don't.
April 7, 2021
I really appreciated this book. It resonated with me especially in thinking of the way I interact with my coworkers on a daily basis. The urge to feed into and perpetuate drama has been a constant struggle lately so this was a perfect time for me to read this.
The entire book is very biblically based, which is definitely something I look for in ‘self-help’ type books. There were plenty of verses and helpful tidbits that I will definitely be referring to in the future (once I get my book back from my mom because I already loaned it to her)!
Overall, an easy read, full of examples from real women and ways to apply the lessons. Would read more from this author!
The entire book is very biblically based, which is definitely something I look for in ‘self-help’ type books. There were plenty of verses and helpful tidbits that I will definitely be referring to in the future (once I get my book back from my mom because I already loaned it to her)!
Overall, an easy read, full of examples from real women and ways to apply the lessons. Would read more from this author!
December 13, 2019
I added this to my cart on ChristianBook.com for a steal ($1.99 as of 12.13.19) and I’m so glad I did! The author is funny, witty and smart. She is helping me recognize my part in Christmas dramas and unplug from them. Such valuable insights into biblical stories that I’ve never considered before. A must-read if you are heading into drama-deep waters this Christmas or any other time of the year.
May 23, 2019
One of the best nonfiction books I've read!
May 29, 2023
Cindi did a great job incorporating scriptures to her content.
April 17, 2017
Drama Free
Finding Peace When Emotions Overwhelm You
by Cindi McMenamin
Harvest House Publishers
Christian , Health, Mind & Body
Pub Date 01 May 2017
I am voluntarily reviewing a copy of Drama Free through Harvest House Publishers and Netgalley:
Life can be dramatic, but some people can be overly so, it's as if they thrive on the drama of life.
We are going to face emotions that overwhelm us, emotions that may very well close to paralyze us, but we can find peace while dealing with those emotions.
The author reminds us that in order to get over Drama, we must get over ourselves.
We are reminded too that when we give our hearts to God, we no longer have to face the Drama of life alone.
The author tells us that Drama is the result of reacting emotionally without a plan. We are also reminded that the more spirit filled we are, the less drama filled we will be. We are reminded too that just because God makes us aware of a situation, does not mean he is assigning it to us. We are reminded too that God would rather have us spend time with him, then to do a bunch of things for him.
We are reminded too that forgiving others quickly, also helps to eliminate Drama.
I give Drama Free five out of five stars.
Happy Reading!
April 29, 2017
Drama is great fun to watch on the stage. But in everyday life, too much drama can be draining and cause great conflict that quickly spirals out of control. Drama Free by Cindi McMenamin examines drama, both drama we can control and drama that we cannot control. “You and I determine whether the drama in our lives will transform us into more godly people and give glory to God…or shine a spotlight on us and our frailties, insecurities, and emotional instability.” I love this quote from this book! Cindi McMenamin clarifies that although we cannot control all of the drama in our lives, we do control how we react and diffuse the drama that comes into our lives. This was the first book I have read by this author and I look forward to more in the future. I would highly recommend this book to anyone who craves a more peaceful life and feels like life is spinning out of control. I received a digital copy of this book from the publisher in exchange for my honest review.
January 3, 2018
Quite a useful book for bringing you back to center when you're having a bit of a drama, or have trouble coping with something.
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