You Can Do Hard Things: How to Ditch the Excuses & Achieve Your Dreams

by SheriLynn Alcala

In You Can Do Hard Things , boss babe and working mom SheriLynn Alcala exposes the common excuses that hold women back from going after their dreams. With honesty, humor, and wisdom, SheriLynn unpacks identity-shaping and life-changing truths that dismantle those lies. You Can Do Hard Things reveals the specific practical strategies that helped SheriLynn overcome the excuses that held her back from starting her business, releasing her past, and dreaming big.

With inspiring stories and challenging reflection questions, SheriLynn will help you




SheriLynn doesn’t shy away from the honest truth that achieving your dreams will be hard work, it will require hustle and passion, and it will necessitate sacrifice. But after all, you can do hard things.

“SheriLynn’s story will inspire you to dream bigger than you’ve allowed yourself to for a long time. If you’re looking for a fresh dose of encouragement, look no further.” — LISA BEVERE, NYT Bestselling Author

Genres: Personal Development

170 pages, Kindle Edition

Published August 4, 2020

Reviews

[Jennifer Robinson · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book could not have come at a better time! If you are stuck in a rut, or have dreams that have been collecting dust — get this! Sheri shares her own stories and struggles, and teaches you how to ditch the excuses, to do hard things, and bring your dreams to a reality! It’s funny, and relatable, with steps to duplicate on how you can live your best life.

[Anupa Adhikari · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed reading every pages of this book. It’s an eye opener. It inspired me to dream big again.

[Jenna Knight · Rating 5 out of 5]

As we grow older and become adults a lot of our dreams seem to die or dwindle. Life becomes harder and your pursuits of achieving things once dreamt of get pushed on to the back burner or we set ourselves aside. After some time those once achievable goals or dreams seem to be unattainable or too hard. I know this scenario to be true for me personally. There was once a time when I was younger where I felt invincible. Like I could do anything, nothing was too hard. Through road blocks and just life, goals and dreams have seemed way too hard. Reading Sheri Lynn's book reminded me that we CAN do hard things. We absolutely can! Her book was impeccable timing too. After feeling discouraged or like I have taken 50,000 steps backwards in my goals and dreams, her words reminded me that God is on our side and if He is for us, then who can be against us and that we can do all things through Christ who gives us strength. Reading SheriLynns book felt like having a coffee date with a girlfriend who is your biggest cheerleader. She is funny, gracious and so encouraging and each of her points were biblically sound and points you straight to the ultimate source of truth. If you are needing a champion in your life to encourage you, SheriLynn is that through her book! After reading her book you feel like you have a gal pal in your corner cheering you on and you reach for your dreams.

[Gigi Simmons · Rating 5 out of 5]

Growing up we are all asked what do you want to be. Never in a million years is the response I want to do hard things. We begin creating limits. And the fearlessness of child like faith disappears as we become adults and the world begins to shift our focus on systems rather than dreams. The author took me back to child like faith, to dream and open up my heart like I did as a child. This book awakens the child in you to say I’m sorry to yourself and allowing yourself to look at the little child in you and remember that when you fall the answer is to get back up and keep trying, and when you succeed you know it was all because doing the hard things weren’t hard, you just had to go back and dream! Thank you Sherilynn, for opening up the dreams I had thrown away because it Got hard. Now, I remember I can do hard things.

[Jennifer Padgett · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a truly amazing book. I’ve read many books that were challenging, but this one takes the cake. I could be bias because the author is a friend, but when I say this book is different - I mean it wholeheartedly. If you are a busy person like me, and maybe you’ve stopped dreaming, or maybe your so stuck doing things and have forgotten what’s truly important - THIS book is for YOU. I promise your perspectives will change! I’ve realized that are so many goal that I have that have taken a back burner to my busy life. I do everything for my kids and I have a good life, but this book has challenged me to make my “good” AMAZING. You won’t be disappointed. I could read this over and over and I probably will to ensure I keep the right mindset and focus. Be blessed as you dive in. Enjoy the ride! Enjoy the challenge ❤️

[danielle · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book has opened my mind and heart. It’s such a positive look into myself and my own fears and road blocks. The book gives amazing steps to personal development and helped me overcome my own excuses that have been holding me back from really reaching for those big dreams.
The Author is beautifully transparent in her own story of fighting for the dreams inside her heart. I now can see with better clarity the potential inside me. She gives an outline that is practical and easy to follow to live a life of overcoming the hard things to reach your dreams and potential. I am reading it now with my two daughters!

[Traci Sinks · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was such a transformational book!!! The author shares with such vulnerability, truth and courage. She inspired me with the challenges she faced, how she addressed them head on and rose above them in such a powerful way. She shows that ANYONE can do ANYTHING. If you need some courage, some tough love, some inspiration.... this is just the book for you. I left changed, ready to address my own challenges and rise above them in an entirely new way. Thank you SheriLynn for your courage, your story, your vulnerability and for leading the way for us all..

[Bethany Estep · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is such an encouraging book! So personal & easy to read too! She’s so open & real, and it feels like she’s talking right to you as a friend. If you’ve ever doubted your purpose in life or if you need motivation then this is the book for you! She helps you see the root of your problems and gives practical advice on how to get through hard situations in life and accomplish your God given purpose! It’s such a treasure, because she has definitely opened up her heart and shared her secrets so that she can truly help others!

[Kat · Rating 5 out of 5]

SheriLynn is absolutely amazing!!! I am a person that craves encouragement and self development so much and this author is a woman with so much heart! I know that I can do anything through God who gives me strength! Thank you SheriLynn for giving me all the feels!!! So happy to have been one of the first to snag this book from her site and look forward to her future endeavors which I will absolutely be supporting! Pick this beauty up today!!!

[Marsha Staggs · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh my goodness I loved this book! Authentic, genuine, heartfelt, honest, real and filled with the love of the Lord ... that’s Sherilyn! She takes the truths of the Lord and combines them with her personal struggles and triumphs and shows us all that we were created to do so much more than what the world says we can! There is no limit with God. Do yourself a favor and get yourself a copy and you’ll see for yourself that You Can Do Hard Things!

[Theresa Taylor · Rating 5 out of 5]

I could not put this book down! I have always heard people say “this book changed my life” and I NEVER understood how a book could literally change your life until I read this one. I read a lot of books, I’m kind of a nerd like that but none have changed my life. It’s like this book was written just for me. SheriLynn thank you for all the work and time you put into writing this book. It is truly a blessing!

[Joey Alcala · Rating 5 out of 5]

I don’t write a lot of reviews even though I read a lot. I couldn’t move on to the next book with out writing one now. This book is truly a gift. SheriLynn is such an inspiration. The message is powerful, real and authentic. Thankful for this book and I know it will challenge everyone who reads it!

[Aubree Vincent · Rating 5 out of 5]

I LOVE this book! It is just what I needed to help me realize I need to look past my doubts and fears. It gave me the strength to know and truly believe I can achieve my hopes and dreams. There is so much more in this world that we are all capable of if we just let ourselves believe we can. This book has a powerful, mind set changing, uplifting message. I definitely recommend it!

[Sheyenne Knox · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am amazed by this book. I truly feel inspired and that I know I can do hard things. This book walks you through it all, hard times obstacles, excuses, and takes you through every emotion. I cried, laughed, and overall felt so moved by Sheri’s words. This book will prove to you that you truly can do hard things!

[Emily Wirsing · Rating 5 out of 5]

Not only is the physical book super cute but she writes from the heart. This book has helped me become more focused and organized with my daily life to produce more during my day as I work from home and things can get hectic. She did not hold back with her wisdom! I want to read a second time already!

[Kash Kerrin · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was everything I didn’t know I needed ! Sherilynn is so relatable- I saw myself so much in this book , I have been recommending this book to everyone old enough to read ! It has given me the permission to chase after my dreams - it is helping me become a better person all around . This is a must have.

[Nikki Mulkern · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is very empowering, it came to me at a time where I needed to read these words. This book is for any woman that has helped everyone else and let her dreams fall to the backburner. It is inspiring, it is moving, it will get you to take control of what you really want in the life and go for it.

[Pamela Collins · Rating 5 out of 5]

I rarely write reviews... however, this book is just what I needed to read at just the right time. Sherilynn in an inspirational influence in my life and I know so many others! This book has helped me to make good choices and has also given me the strength to realize that I too Can Do Hard Things!! Y’all gotta read this!!

[Julie Dunagan]

This book touched me from page 1 Sherlynn is an amazing person and she helped me get closer to myself and what I need to do! I would love to meet her and hopefully after all this is over We will get to meet! She tells it like it is and all that she's been through and is on top in our Company is amazing!

[Brenna DiNapoli · Rating 1 out of 5]

I didn't read synopsis beforehand. It was suggested to be me to read. I can't deal with all the religious-ness in the book. I don't believe/follow her religion and passages and heavy religious topics are talked about often. The title of the book should have been god helps me do hard things. Not you can do hard things because that's what she goes back to repeatedly.

[Courtney Wisialowski · Rating 5 out of 5]

Absolutely loving this book! I feel like Sherilynn is speaking directly to me and knew exactly what I needed to read. If you’re looking to dream again and believe in those dreams - this is what ya need!

[Natalie Jones · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this book! Full of motivation and inspiration! I love feeling like I can go for those dreams I have for myself! I’ll be picking this one up many more times when I need to be reminded of what I’m capable of achieving!

[Cecilia Gomez · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing book that changed my mind completely! I want to thanks SheriLynn for letting God used her to empower others. It’s never to late to work hard for the dream we put in the back burner! May God Bless you and your Gamily always!!!!

[Jamie · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book reminds you that it isn’t by your might and power alone that You Can Do Hard Things, but by His spirit working in you!!!! I highly Recommend this book to anyone needing a reminder that you were destined to do hard things, and live as an overcomer!

[Celeste Pleitez · Rating 5 out of 5]

There haven't been many books that I just can't put down once I start reading it, but this book was one of them! Not only is it inspiring, but it makes you dig deep within yourself to bring your dreams to the forefront and throw your excuses out the door.

[Allexa · Rating 5 out of 5]

SheriLynn hit it out of the park with her first (of I hope many) books. It’s so insightful, honest, and motivating. I finished the book in two days because I LITERALLY couldn’t put it down. I cannot wait till she comes out with another. This is a MUST ORDER ASAP!

[Kaitlyn Harden · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is incredible! Straight from a heart of a woman that wants us all to dream big and do it scared because we can truly do hard things! So many moments that made me look at my self and dive in to really dreaming big again even though I am full if fear! 💜

[Stasia Edgerton · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is a must read!! It’s opened my eyes to so many things that have been holding me back from reaching my fullest potential as a wife, friend and business owner.

If you’re looking for a kick in the butt from a sweet genuine person I highly recommend.

[Elizabeth Schwope · Rating 5 out of 5]

A must read book. Sherilynn does an amazing job at connecting with her audience and inspiring you to chase your dreams while making it known that dreams take work. Would recommend for all those who have dreams that are not bearing fruit.

[Sherine-Godwin George · Rating 5 out of 5]

I just love reading this devotional and I tend to read quite a bit of devotionals. Sheri is wonderful at giving pearls of wisdom that will uplift and encourage you for the day. There is a positive, upbeat tone to this book which I love. The perfect way to start your day!