Indomável

Glennon Doyle

  • First published 2020
  • 288 pages
  • Portuguese
For many years, Glennon Doyle denied her own discontent. She was a wife, a mother, a writer, and she worked hard to be a good one. But while speaking at a conference, she looked across the room and fell instantly in love with a woman. Three words flooded her mind: There She Is. This was her own voice, the one she had buried beneath decades of cultural conditioning, numbing addictions, and the relentless pressure to please others. This intimate memoir is the story of what happened when she decided to stop abandoning herself and instead abandoned the world's expectations of her.

Untamed is an exploration of the joy and peace that are possible when we stop striving to be good and start trusting the voice deep within us. It is the story of navigating divorce, forming a new blended family, and discovering that wholeness does not depend on a family's structure, but on each member's ability to be fully themselves. The book shows how to set boundaries, make peace with our bodies, and honor our anger and heartbreak. It is a galvanizing wake-up call, offering a guide to unleashing our truest instincts and learning to say: There She Is.
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Reviewers found the book to be a source of significant empowerment and inspiration for many. Readers appreciated the author's candid reflections on her personal evolution, her journey of self-discovery, and her decision to prioritize self-actualization. Many found her insights on life, relationships, and parenting to be valuable and relatable, particularly for those grappling with identity or seeking to break free from societal expectations. The book's opening metaphor and its overarching message of embracing one's true self resonated deeply with some, leading to feelings of liberation, validation, and a sense of calm.

However, a substantial number of reviewers expressed strong negative reactions, often describing the book as overly self-indulgent, preachy, and lacking genuine empathy. Critics frequently pointed to the author's tone as self-righteous and condescending, particularly concerning her "me first" philosophy and assumptions about the reader's experiences. The authenticity of recounted dialogues was questioned, with many finding them too perfect or curated, and the narrative structure was often criticized as repetitive and disjointed. Some reviewers felt the author's personal struggles, while valid, were presented without sufficient perspective on broader societal challenges or privilege, leading to accusations of "bland white feminism" or "elitist drivel."

Overall, the book elicits strongly polarized responses, with many readers experiencing a mix of positive and negative emotions throughout. It tends to appeal most to readers seeking encouragement for personal liberation, self-trust, and embracing their authentic selves, especially those who identify with contemporary feminist themes, spiritual self-discovery, or are navigating significant life changes. Conversely, readers expecting a traditional memoir, objective spiritual guidance, or those sensitive to perceived self-indulgence, privilege, or a didactic tone in motivational writing may find the book less satisfying.

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This edition
Cultura Editora, 2021
ISBN
9789899039179
Language
Portuguese
Original edition Originally published in 2020 · English · The Dial Press

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