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From Drift to Shift: How Change Brings True Meaning and Happiness to Your Work and Life
We all desire to be happy in our work and in our personal lives, and we want to be valued for who we are. Through the transformational stories in From Drift to Shift , readers learn to recognize the opportunity to pursue life’s true purpose and to embrace it both professionally and personally. Readers will realize that profound success, down to the core of their soul, is achievable. From Drift to Shift encourages all to seek a life of meaning, to have the courage to be who they really are, and to not let external forces pressure them into being less than they can be. It helps people discover how they can make uniquely important contributions to the world.
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Published August 8, 2017
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March 5, 2019
Could have been great if it wasn't rambling and over-verbose.
February 19, 2018
From Drift to Shift is a nonfiction book by Jody B. Miller. The author has presented the contents of the book as a collection of several real-life events encountered by people from different walks of life. These events seemed like roadblocks to these people initially and the impact of the events caused them to drift in life. Nonetheless, they managed to rein in their emotions and feelings of helplessness, transformed their mindset, put in dedicated effort, and succeeded in finding their true place in the world.
All of us want to be happy—that’s a given (unless, God forbid, we are some sort of twisted masochists). Nevertheless, recent polls and surveys have revealed that at least one-third of our population is unhappy. What is the root cause of this unhappiness? Is it a lack of self-esteem? Or, is it something more complicated than that? Jody Miller gets us engrossed in the abovementioned inspirational stories to provide us with answers to these questions.
In part one of the book, she walks us through the reasons why shifts sometimes become inevitable. Part two deals with when exactly we should make that shift, while parts three and four focus on how to shift and how to steer your life in the right direction after the shift, respectively.
The author’s narration is very graceful and she manages to convince us that we all need to make a shift in our lives at some point along the way in order to find balance, meaning, and happiness. All the people featured in From Drift to Shift have successfully discovered their passion, given it their all, and come out as winners in their lives. And seriously, why remain stuck in suffering when making our way through it might lead us to a beautiful way out on the other side?
However, I found that the stories introduced and presented in the book were all extreme examples. I know that it is meant to show us that no matter how big the challenge, we can turn the situation around to actualize positive change in our lives. But—maybe—the book could have featured these inspirational stories peppered with a healthy dose of simpler, everyday instances that we could all relate to instantly.
Since the topic is about happiness and self-awareness—and one can never really have too much of either—I think it was quite considerate of the author to provide us with references to additional reading material to supplement our knowledge and understanding. I believe the art of shift cannot be mastered by just reading this one book; rather, it should be treated as a continuous learning process.
Jody Miller talks about the previous assignments and self-awareness workshops she attended and reveals her thoughts and apprehensions during those sessions in an attempt to put us at ease and show us that we are all just humans and deal with the same kinds of fears and strive toward the same goals. I love the genuineness and energy with which she puts words to paper. I appreciate that the author wrote in a humble, identifiable manner. For example, she talks about one of the self-awareness workshops she attended in San Diego, during which she was asked to step outside and bring back something from nature that embodied her in spirit. She writes:
“My ego wanted me to pick a seashell to represent how I would ride the waves to distant, exciting shores; or, to choose something like a feather to show that I had the strength to let go and trust the wind to guide me. It all sounded poetic, but I knew what I was.
I was a weed.”
This is a book that will inspire you to follow your dreams and desires, and everyone—from a CEO to a fresh-out-of-school student—will be able to benefit from it. I rate From Drift to Shift 4 out of 5 stars, only because of the number of typos that seem to have slipped in. These typos break the flow of the narrative in places and prove to be the only thing that put a damper on the power packed in this wonderful book.
All of us want to be happy—that’s a given (unless, God forbid, we are some sort of twisted masochists). Nevertheless, recent polls and surveys have revealed that at least one-third of our population is unhappy. What is the root cause of this unhappiness? Is it a lack of self-esteem? Or, is it something more complicated than that? Jody Miller gets us engrossed in the abovementioned inspirational stories to provide us with answers to these questions.
In part one of the book, she walks us through the reasons why shifts sometimes become inevitable. Part two deals with when exactly we should make that shift, while parts three and four focus on how to shift and how to steer your life in the right direction after the shift, respectively.
The author’s narration is very graceful and she manages to convince us that we all need to make a shift in our lives at some point along the way in order to find balance, meaning, and happiness. All the people featured in From Drift to Shift have successfully discovered their passion, given it their all, and come out as winners in their lives. And seriously, why remain stuck in suffering when making our way through it might lead us to a beautiful way out on the other side?
However, I found that the stories introduced and presented in the book were all extreme examples. I know that it is meant to show us that no matter how big the challenge, we can turn the situation around to actualize positive change in our lives. But—maybe—the book could have featured these inspirational stories peppered with a healthy dose of simpler, everyday instances that we could all relate to instantly.
Since the topic is about happiness and self-awareness—and one can never really have too much of either—I think it was quite considerate of the author to provide us with references to additional reading material to supplement our knowledge and understanding. I believe the art of shift cannot be mastered by just reading this one book; rather, it should be treated as a continuous learning process.
Jody Miller talks about the previous assignments and self-awareness workshops she attended and reveals her thoughts and apprehensions during those sessions in an attempt to put us at ease and show us that we are all just humans and deal with the same kinds of fears and strive toward the same goals. I love the genuineness and energy with which she puts words to paper. I appreciate that the author wrote in a humble, identifiable manner. For example, she talks about one of the self-awareness workshops she attended in San Diego, during which she was asked to step outside and bring back something from nature that embodied her in spirit. She writes:
“My ego wanted me to pick a seashell to represent how I would ride the waves to distant, exciting shores; or, to choose something like a feather to show that I had the strength to let go and trust the wind to guide me. It all sounded poetic, but I knew what I was.
I was a weed.”
This is a book that will inspire you to follow your dreams and desires, and everyone—from a CEO to a fresh-out-of-school student—will be able to benefit from it. I rate From Drift to Shift 4 out of 5 stars, only because of the number of typos that seem to have slipped in. These typos break the flow of the narrative in places and prove to be the only thing that put a damper on the power packed in this wonderful book.
March 26, 2018
In Drift to Shift, Jody Miller extends her lifeline of advice to humans who feel stuck in a cycle of mediocrity, or who are living lives that do not strike a chord with their soul and make them feel genuinely alive. Through a series of stories with individuals that Miller encountered, she illustrates that it is possible to experience a life defining shift in your mindset that ultimately will prompt you to take the action necessary to radically change your life.
These stories vary widely - in some, she tells the story of people who have suffered tremendous loss (in the form of illness, accidents, devastating deaths of loved ones), who have “stepped outside of the Matrix” and chosen an alternative path that sits well within their soul. This path looks different for each person’s story that she shares, but the uniting theme is that they take distinct actions toward living a life full of purpose after they experience the life defining shift.
Drift to Shift is written in a conversational, relatable style - it feels as if you’re sitting down with the person over a meal and they are sharing their story, including the nitty gritty and tough stuff, and you are graciously receiving it. Miller writes in a kind manner. All of the individuals started out by living a life that was not their ideal, whether by their own choice or by the life circumstances that they were born into, but she does not degrade their earlier selves for the choices that may have contributed to their unhappiness. Instead, she factually illustrates the choices and their impact, while also acknowledging that those impacts were necessary in order to achieve the shift that subsequently happened.
I did not experience my own shift while reading the book, but it did cause me to zoom out from the story and see how I could apply that outlook to my own life and experiences. In reading this book, I found myself connecting deeply with each individual story Miller shared. The only critical feedback I have is that the impact of the stories would have been deeper had Miller provided interactive questions/worksheets at the end of the chapter instead of just summarizing the takeaways.
The stories in Drift to Shift cross cultural and religious boundaries to show that, as humans, we ultimately crave the same things - a connection to the deeper meaning in our lives which is illustrated through our careers, relationships, and communities that we live in and surround ourselves with. In this book specifically, the shift is a distinct time where one’s mindset changes drastically, sometimes in a single moment. The change is usually palpable, and truly changes the course of that person’s life. The shift is significant, and it should not be taken lightly. At the same time, the shift doesn’t need to be over complicated. It leads to a series of tiny steps and decisions, which ultimately lead to bigger steps and actions that over the course of time change your life. Every person who is alive can relate to that moment, and we sometimes experience multiple shifts over the course of our lifetime.
Overall, Drift to Shift was an enjoyable read, and it has caused me to examine my life through a different lens. It was well written and a quick read.
These stories vary widely - in some, she tells the story of people who have suffered tremendous loss (in the form of illness, accidents, devastating deaths of loved ones), who have “stepped outside of the Matrix” and chosen an alternative path that sits well within their soul. This path looks different for each person’s story that she shares, but the uniting theme is that they take distinct actions toward living a life full of purpose after they experience the life defining shift.
Drift to Shift is written in a conversational, relatable style - it feels as if you’re sitting down with the person over a meal and they are sharing their story, including the nitty gritty and tough stuff, and you are graciously receiving it. Miller writes in a kind manner. All of the individuals started out by living a life that was not their ideal, whether by their own choice or by the life circumstances that they were born into, but she does not degrade their earlier selves for the choices that may have contributed to their unhappiness. Instead, she factually illustrates the choices and their impact, while also acknowledging that those impacts were necessary in order to achieve the shift that subsequently happened.
I did not experience my own shift while reading the book, but it did cause me to zoom out from the story and see how I could apply that outlook to my own life and experiences. In reading this book, I found myself connecting deeply with each individual story Miller shared. The only critical feedback I have is that the impact of the stories would have been deeper had Miller provided interactive questions/worksheets at the end of the chapter instead of just summarizing the takeaways.
The stories in Drift to Shift cross cultural and religious boundaries to show that, as humans, we ultimately crave the same things - a connection to the deeper meaning in our lives which is illustrated through our careers, relationships, and communities that we live in and surround ourselves with. In this book specifically, the shift is a distinct time where one’s mindset changes drastically, sometimes in a single moment. The change is usually palpable, and truly changes the course of that person’s life. The shift is significant, and it should not be taken lightly. At the same time, the shift doesn’t need to be over complicated. It leads to a series of tiny steps and decisions, which ultimately lead to bigger steps and actions that over the course of time change your life. Every person who is alive can relate to that moment, and we sometimes experience multiple shifts over the course of our lifetime.
Overall, Drift to Shift was an enjoyable read, and it has caused me to examine my life through a different lens. It was well written and a quick read.
January 31, 2024
I must admit that I was not at all impressed when I first started to read From Drift to Shift. In Part One: Why Shift?, Ms. Miller tells a story. She is at a local restaurant that she frequents and starts a conversation with her waitress. As we will see throughout the rest of the book, Ms. Miller believes you should be happy at your job. Is the waitress happy? “It’s okay. It’s not what I really want to do though.” The waitress is working there to pay off her student loans. Her dream is to own a bakery. Ms. Miller mentions a famous bakery that isn’t too far away and suggests the girl intern there, for free, so she can learn the trade and eventually open her own bakery. And while I understand the be happy in what you are doing aspect, I couldn’t help but wonder a) how does Ms. Miller expect this waitress to supper herself while she apprentices for free and b) how will this waitress pay off her student loans and not suffer penalties for late or missing payments.
The book then flows into Chapter 1, a story about the founders of iFoster. At the end of Chapter 1, we have a page and a half of “takeaways”. These appear to be a mix of bromides and pep talk that we should have learned from what we just read. Examples are “Be as positive as you can” and “Own your story”. At this point, I still wasn’t impressed. Luckily, I continued reading.
The book is divided into four parts: Part One: Why Shift?, Part Two: When To Shift, Part Three: How To Shift and Part Four: After The Shift. The format for the first three parts is the same: two or three chapters that tells a person or persons story, followed by the chapter takeaways. The stories are based on interviews by the author with people who had to “shift” in their lives, whether by their own choosing or because of events, sometimes needing to shift more than once. The fourth part is the author’s summaries, as well as some of her personal stories and observations.
In reading through the stories as a whole you start to picture the forest that was made up of all the individual trees (chapters). The key, from Ms. Miller’s perspective, is to feel happy. If you love your job, it shouldn’t feel like work. If you love the relationship you’re in, it shouldn’t feel like work. If you’re happy, you can only become happier. Not that this is an easy path. Some of the stories included are of people who have suffered grievously, whether physically, mentally or both.
The book is well-written and well-edited. Will it get you from “drift” to “shift”. Ultimately, I don’t think so. What I find lacking is the spark to get you started. The stories are great, and you can cover a good chunk of your wall writing each takeaway on its own sticky note. If you are self-motivated enough to make a change, this book will help. I’m not sure it will get you out of the starting gate if you’re not. The book has a lot of questions you can ask yourself to help you get started on a path to happiness.
The book then flows into Chapter 1, a story about the founders of iFoster. At the end of Chapter 1, we have a page and a half of “takeaways”. These appear to be a mix of bromides and pep talk that we should have learned from what we just read. Examples are “Be as positive as you can” and “Own your story”. At this point, I still wasn’t impressed. Luckily, I continued reading.
The book is divided into four parts: Part One: Why Shift?, Part Two: When To Shift, Part Three: How To Shift and Part Four: After The Shift. The format for the first three parts is the same: two or three chapters that tells a person or persons story, followed by the chapter takeaways. The stories are based on interviews by the author with people who had to “shift” in their lives, whether by their own choosing or because of events, sometimes needing to shift more than once. The fourth part is the author’s summaries, as well as some of her personal stories and observations.
In reading through the stories as a whole you start to picture the forest that was made up of all the individual trees (chapters). The key, from Ms. Miller’s perspective, is to feel happy. If you love your job, it shouldn’t feel like work. If you love the relationship you’re in, it shouldn’t feel like work. If you’re happy, you can only become happier. Not that this is an easy path. Some of the stories included are of people who have suffered grievously, whether physically, mentally or both.
The book is well-written and well-edited. Will it get you from “drift” to “shift”. Ultimately, I don’t think so. What I find lacking is the spark to get you started. The stories are great, and you can cover a good chunk of your wall writing each takeaway on its own sticky note. If you are self-motivated enough to make a change, this book will help. I’m not sure it will get you out of the starting gate if you’re not. The book has a lot of questions you can ask yourself to help you get started on a path to happiness.
October 24, 2023
"From Drift to Shift: How Change brings True Meaning and Happiness to your Work and Life" by Jody B. Miller is a non-fiction book which embodies lessons that guide toward leading a meaningful, fulfilling and ultimately, happy life.
The book describes in outline the past events of various individuals who at some point in their lives experienced difficult situations ranging from childhood trauma to depression, from life-threatening accidents to disorders. Eventually, their heartaches with good intentions to help others would guide the heroes to their true calling, the career that makes them feel loved and that they matter in the world. Presently, these individuals live and work very happily, because they were willing and determined to make the shifts that would change their lives forever.
We want to find meaning and to be engaged in our work. We want to live our days with joy and a sense of freedom. We want to be happy.
I liked how the book engages the reader in its discussion with captivating and enlightening stories, words of advice and encouragement, and other relevant research information in such a way that they all really add up. Every detail included complements the central theme, the writer was not found to digress nor stress so much on an idea. In it are also talks of adventure, silliness and good manners. The writer has a good sense of humour.
Jody Miller’s book employs a step-by-step approach to capture the concept of shifting. In four chapters, the writer speaks of understanding the need to make a shift in “Why Shift?”. Then, she explains other processes of shifting, “When to Shift”, “How to Shift” and finally, advises the reader on how to feel after undergoing a shift in “After the Shift”. Upon analyzing and reflecting on the chapters of the book, one may learn some of the right attitudes to adopt in the quest for happiness or simply maintaining it.
Sometimes, we block our path. We let circumstances, people or negative thoughts prevent us from continuing on the road to happiness and fulfillment in work or in life. The challenge lies in releasing the negative and focusing on the positive so that our path can open for us.
Finding lasting happiness with oneself could be quite difficult, and failure in doing so often results in depression and confusion. Some of the individuals interviewed in the book had to shift more than twice from their careers before realizing who they are meant to be. According to the author, life gives us hints to help us discover who we truly are, and what we are meant to do on Earth. From Drift to Shift can help you pay more attention to life’s signs so that you find fulfillment, and more meaning to your existence after all. I rate the book 5 out of 5 stars.
The book describes in outline the past events of various individuals who at some point in their lives experienced difficult situations ranging from childhood trauma to depression, from life-threatening accidents to disorders. Eventually, their heartaches with good intentions to help others would guide the heroes to their true calling, the career that makes them feel loved and that they matter in the world. Presently, these individuals live and work very happily, because they were willing and determined to make the shifts that would change their lives forever.
We want to find meaning and to be engaged in our work. We want to live our days with joy and a sense of freedom. We want to be happy.
I liked how the book engages the reader in its discussion with captivating and enlightening stories, words of advice and encouragement, and other relevant research information in such a way that they all really add up. Every detail included complements the central theme, the writer was not found to digress nor stress so much on an idea. In it are also talks of adventure, silliness and good manners. The writer has a good sense of humour.
Jody Miller’s book employs a step-by-step approach to capture the concept of shifting. In four chapters, the writer speaks of understanding the need to make a shift in “Why Shift?”. Then, she explains other processes of shifting, “When to Shift”, “How to Shift” and finally, advises the reader on how to feel after undergoing a shift in “After the Shift”. Upon analyzing and reflecting on the chapters of the book, one may learn some of the right attitudes to adopt in the quest for happiness or simply maintaining it.
Sometimes, we block our path. We let circumstances, people or negative thoughts prevent us from continuing on the road to happiness and fulfillment in work or in life. The challenge lies in releasing the negative and focusing on the positive so that our path can open for us.
Finding lasting happiness with oneself could be quite difficult, and failure in doing so often results in depression and confusion. Some of the individuals interviewed in the book had to shift more than twice from their careers before realizing who they are meant to be. According to the author, life gives us hints to help us discover who we truly are, and what we are meant to do on Earth. From Drift to Shift can help you pay more attention to life’s signs so that you find fulfillment, and more meaning to your existence after all. I rate the book 5 out of 5 stars.
October 21, 2020
I never imagined that this book entitled, From Drift to Shift would offer such a rich storehouse of empowering yet heartrending stories. Miller’s stories inspire individuals to avoid succumbing to being drifters after disastrous events. The standalone narratives highlight the amazing journeys traveled when people shift instead of drift.
Miller shares the memoirs of individuals who moved from being drifters to shifters. In Serita's case, she could easily have drifted into a life of crime, given her circumstance. However, her choices to take care of herself and accept her friends' generosity began her movement from a potential school dropout to becoming a shifter and successful biochemistry and biotechnology major.
The story of Serita becomes even more amazing when one learns of the sacrifices and risks she undertook. Along with her husband, she developed a non-profit foster care system that would assist the vulnerable and neglected age group of 16 years to 26 years. She started this selfless venture to help kids get the financial resources needed to survive and thrive.
Miller explains five factors that help people transform their suffering into a positive change: hope, personal control, social support, forgiveness, and spirituality. Miller shares the narrative of several men and women who experienced gut and heart wrenching pain alongside insurmountable obstacles but were victorious in the long run.
I found each story to be emotionally moving; the pain described, whether emotional or physical, was easily palpable. However, the magnanimous decisions made by the individuals who had experienced the insurmountable obstacle never failed to amaze me. Miller’s sharing of Andy Wirth’s mishap during a skydiving adventure cured me of my fleeting wish to one day go skydiving just for fun. I loved every story shared in this book. I appreciated the summary of takeaways that the author provided with each chapter.
The book is a thought-provoking, inspirational, easy-to-read book. I would recommend this book for readers who enjoy reading memoirs, inspirational, and spiritually uplifting narratives. One of keepsake many keepsake sentences I would cherish from this text is, “Live a life of love and joy regardless of what you have to face.”
Miller shares the memoirs of individuals who moved from being drifters to shifters. In Serita's case, she could easily have drifted into a life of crime, given her circumstance. However, her choices to take care of herself and accept her friends' generosity began her movement from a potential school dropout to becoming a shifter and successful biochemistry and biotechnology major.
The story of Serita becomes even more amazing when one learns of the sacrifices and risks she undertook. Along with her husband, she developed a non-profit foster care system that would assist the vulnerable and neglected age group of 16 years to 26 years. She started this selfless venture to help kids get the financial resources needed to survive and thrive.
Miller explains five factors that help people transform their suffering into a positive change: hope, personal control, social support, forgiveness, and spirituality. Miller shares the narrative of several men and women who experienced gut and heart wrenching pain alongside insurmountable obstacles but were victorious in the long run.
I found each story to be emotionally moving; the pain described, whether emotional or physical, was easily palpable. However, the magnanimous decisions made by the individuals who had experienced the insurmountable obstacle never failed to amaze me. Miller’s sharing of Andy Wirth’s mishap during a skydiving adventure cured me of my fleeting wish to one day go skydiving just for fun. I loved every story shared in this book. I appreciated the summary of takeaways that the author provided with each chapter.
The book is a thought-provoking, inspirational, easy-to-read book. I would recommend this book for readers who enjoy reading memoirs, inspirational, and spiritually uplifting narratives. One of keepsake many keepsake sentences I would cherish from this text is, “Live a life of love and joy regardless of what you have to face.”
September 24, 2023
The book looks at why, when, and how to shift, and what to do after the shift. The book also provides tips and tricks to maintain the shift whether it be a professional or personal purpose. The stories in the book aim to inspire the reader to find meaning and fulfilment in their life and to ultimately find happiness.
The book provides thought-provoking questions to kick-start the consideration for change, such as why the reader is in their current job and not the career of their dreams – if applicable – and whether the reason the reader is in a professional or personal situation that they strongly dislike is due to a lack of self-esteem to make the change or due to the need for security. Written with the ‘Royal me’ helps with the encouragement to make such changes, but makes this less personal to the single reader and more a collective decision for the majority.
The contents of the book justify that everyone can make a change regardless of their childhood. Wherever the reader is from and whatever their upbringing looks like are not excuses for holding back on what the reader can do to achieve happiness. For example, some people featured in the book had life-changing experiences that shifted their perspective on how to live or realised a change needed to be made due to environmental shifts. The book is honest and realistic: shifting is not a sprint, so while the consequences of making a change are not entirely positive at first, the people featured ultimately accomplish their end results. In addition, every chapter has bullet-point takeaways to summarise the accounts.
The book is less focused on a mind shift but rather a change in the ways the reader lives their life. The decision is completely subjective, but that decision to make the shift is easier said than done. The book is also account-heavy instead of providing a less complex step-by-step guide.
This is a lengthy book that encourages a shift in lifestyle. Instead of a simple step-by-step guide to inform readers why, when, and how to shift, the book provides real-life accounts to demonstrate visual reasons for a shift. Nonetheless, there are plenty of varied accounts for readers to find a similar situation to relate to and thus base their shift on the decisions made. This book is ideal for readers who need to make a change because their current plan is not working or they’re faced with a life-altering situation and need to make the decision to change in the moment.
I received a free review copy. Thank you to OnlineBookClub and author.
The book provides thought-provoking questions to kick-start the consideration for change, such as why the reader is in their current job and not the career of their dreams – if applicable – and whether the reason the reader is in a professional or personal situation that they strongly dislike is due to a lack of self-esteem to make the change or due to the need for security. Written with the ‘Royal me’ helps with the encouragement to make such changes, but makes this less personal to the single reader and more a collective decision for the majority.
The contents of the book justify that everyone can make a change regardless of their childhood. Wherever the reader is from and whatever their upbringing looks like are not excuses for holding back on what the reader can do to achieve happiness. For example, some people featured in the book had life-changing experiences that shifted their perspective on how to live or realised a change needed to be made due to environmental shifts. The book is honest and realistic: shifting is not a sprint, so while the consequences of making a change are not entirely positive at first, the people featured ultimately accomplish their end results. In addition, every chapter has bullet-point takeaways to summarise the accounts.
The book is less focused on a mind shift but rather a change in the ways the reader lives their life. The decision is completely subjective, but that decision to make the shift is easier said than done. The book is also account-heavy instead of providing a less complex step-by-step guide.
This is a lengthy book that encourages a shift in lifestyle. Instead of a simple step-by-step guide to inform readers why, when, and how to shift, the book provides real-life accounts to demonstrate visual reasons for a shift. Nonetheless, there are plenty of varied accounts for readers to find a similar situation to relate to and thus base their shift on the decisions made. This book is ideal for readers who need to make a change because their current plan is not working or they’re faced with a life-altering situation and need to make the decision to change in the moment.
I received a free review copy. Thank you to OnlineBookClub and author.
August 15, 2024
From Drift to SHIFT by Jody B. Miller is not just another self-help book—it's a beacon of hope for those feeling lost or unfulfilled. Miller expertly weaves together compelling stories of individuals who have faced significant challenges and made transformative shifts in their lives. This collection of narratives is a powerful reminder that change is possible and can lead to profound personal growth and happiness.
Four main sections structure the book: why shift, when to shift, how to shift, and what happens afterward. Each section has real-life stories illustrating the core concepts, making the book engaging and relatable. Miller’s approach is not prescriptive; instead, she provides insights and reflections that allow readers to draw conclusions and find inspiration in their unique journeys.
One of the most striking stories is about Serita and Reid, the founders of the iFoster organization. Raised in challenging environments, they turned their hardships into a mission to help foster children find stability and support. Their story is a testament to resilience and the impact of making a purposeful shift.
Miller does not shy away from heavy topics such as abuse and suicide, addressing them with sensitivity and respect. This depth adds to the book's authenticity and emotional impact, making the successes all the more inspiring. A standout feature of this book is its practical layout. Each chapter ends with a summary of key takeaways, reinforcing the lessons learned and providing actionable insights for readers. This structure ensures that the book is motivational and a useful guide for personal development.
While the narratives are powerful, the book is impeccably edited, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable reading experience. Overall, From Drift to SHIFT is a compelling and uplifting read that offers valuable insights and practical wisdom.
Four main sections structure the book: why shift, when to shift, how to shift, and what happens afterward. Each section has real-life stories illustrating the core concepts, making the book engaging and relatable. Miller’s approach is not prescriptive; instead, she provides insights and reflections that allow readers to draw conclusions and find inspiration in their unique journeys.
One of the most striking stories is about Serita and Reid, the founders of the iFoster organization. Raised in challenging environments, they turned their hardships into a mission to help foster children find stability and support. Their story is a testament to resilience and the impact of making a purposeful shift.
Miller does not shy away from heavy topics such as abuse and suicide, addressing them with sensitivity and respect. This depth adds to the book's authenticity and emotional impact, making the successes all the more inspiring. A standout feature of this book is its practical layout. Each chapter ends with a summary of key takeaways, reinforcing the lessons learned and providing actionable insights for readers. This structure ensures that the book is motivational and a useful guide for personal development.
While the narratives are powerful, the book is impeccably edited, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable reading experience. Overall, From Drift to SHIFT is a compelling and uplifting read that offers valuable insights and practical wisdom.
July 6, 2019
I don't read many self-help books, only because while reading them I get too inspired but as soon as I shut them down, the motivation vanishes-reality hits- and I am back to square one. Now, this book on the other hand is absolutely different. Unlike, all my other reads it doesn't just tell me to have faith, it gives me much more.
Jody B. Miller shares eight different stories of how people have dealt with life in dire circumstances and yet not lost hope. These are true incidents and are going to change how you think.
This is much more than a self-help book, delving into the quest of true happiness and finding meaning in life.
Jody B. Miller shares eight different stories of how people have dealt with life in dire circumstances and yet not lost hope. These are true incidents and are going to change how you think.
This is much more than a self-help book, delving into the quest of true happiness and finding meaning in life.
November 27, 2017
Move from a slow-going and settling mood to one of carpe diem! Jody B. Miller invites you to share in the lives of others who have persevered and overcome their difficulties in life to become better people. Hear their stories of journeys that span the globe and feel inspired by the feats they've achieved. This book is great for anyone, because a sense of perspective informs and improves anyone's life, even in the tiniest of ways.
April 11, 2019
One of the best aspects of this book is the distinctive use of inspirational quotes. Personally, I wrote the most favorite quotes down as a motivator for future performance.
However, the thing that bothered me the most about the book is the exaggerated optimism in the context. Most of life-changing books have the same sound of guide which may cause pain and aversion to any depressed reader.
However, the thing that bothered me the most about the book is the exaggerated optimism in the context. Most of life-changing books have the same sound of guide which may cause pain and aversion to any depressed reader.
August 21, 2020
I thoroughly enjoyed this biographical journey of the writer. It's all about shifting gears in your real life while driving this car of your own life. It gives a positive view point on learning the art of change in your life. One should learn to lead a life like a flowing river to keep the life moving forward. A good read to self help to learn the art of living.
October 28, 2020
Okayish kind of book with stories of 8 survivors who has almost lost the hope but somehow survived the day. The book simply tells the stories and pick out the sentences of signs, hope and struggles which we all are aware of. Not very impressive, another self help book with lots of lines insinuating hope.
May 6, 2019
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June 14, 2023
We all want to be happy in our personal and professional lives, and we all want to be valued for who we are. This motivational piece is filled with personal stories of individuals who have drifted through life aimlessly without a purpose or may have had ill-fated occurrences in their lives that made them shift to finding their purpose. A lot of us experience pain, whether psychological or physical, and each story explores various aspects of pain, such as illness or feelings of hopelessness, but the book shows that all is not lost. People from various backgrounds battled various difficulties in life and went on to fulfill their life’s purpose.
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February 5, 2018"I want you to be happy, in all things, every day of your life. This is what you deserve— it is your birthright. "
I have been going through a rough time lately so when I found this book, I thought it was a sign. That is if I read this book it would make me feel better and give me the boost of confidence to pursue my dreams.
This is a non-ficion book of essays of people that the author met. The first one talks about a girl who was unwanted and forgotten growing up. She was in trouble with the law but she was special because she was brilliant with math and science and she was finally given a chance which earned her a scholarship which changed her life for the better. She was that diamond in the rough. But I am not a mathematician or scientific genius so that didn't apply to me. It kind of felt like the movie Precious or the book Push that it was based on. But in this first essay, this woman along with a like minded individuals she met in college, created a successful non profit to help teen foster kids. She came from nothing, she used her brilliance, took a chance and changed other people's lives for the better.
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I have been going through a rough time lately so when I found this book, I thought it was a sign. That is if I read this book it would make me feel better and give me the boost of confidence to pursue my dreams.
This is a non-ficion book of essays of people that the author met. The first one talks about a girl who was unwanted and forgotten growing up. She was in trouble with the law but she was special because she was brilliant with math and science and she was finally given a chance which earned her a scholarship which changed her life for the better. She was that diamond in the rough. But I am not a mathematician or scientific genius so that didn't apply to me. It kind of felt like the movie Precious or the book Push that it was based on. But in this first essay, this woman along with a like minded individuals she met in college, created a successful non profit to help teen foster kids. She came from nothing, she used her brilliance, took a chance and changed other people's lives for the better.
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