Includes an audiobook-exclusive interview of the author in conversation with motivational speaker and author Abby Rike!

Why are so many of us simply surviving our days rather than creating a life we love? We tell ourselves we are too busy to pursue our dreams. But what if the real reason we’re putting off our goals is fear? The fear that we’re not good enough, not smart enough, not talented enough. The fear that others might laugh at us. The fear that we’ll fail.

In Do It Scared, popular blogger and podcast host Ruth Soukup reminds us that true courage means taking action despite our fears. True courage means doing it scared.

In this book, you and Ruth will…

• Identify the type of fear that keeps you stuck, and learn how to conquer it.
• Dare to start thinking bigger about your life and your goals.
• Learn how to seek out honest feedback in order to accomplish big things.
• Embrace the core beliefs you need in order to overcome different types of fears.
• Read real-life stories of incredible women who decided to do it scared – and loved it!

 

Equal parts inspiration and tough love, Do It Scared combines easy-to-implement tips with the motivation to start making real changes that lead to big results. Get ready to get off the sidelines and jump into your own life as you learn how to Do It Scared.

 

In Search of the Good Life

Have you ever felt that your life–and budget–is spiraling out of control?¬† Do you sometimes wish you could pull yourself together but wonder exactly how to manage all the scattered pieces of a chaotic life?¬† Is it possible to find balance?

In a word, yes.

Ruth Soukup knows firsthand how stressful an unorganized life and budget can be. Through personal stories, biblical truth, and practical action plans, she will inspire you to make real and lasting changes to your personal goals, home, and finances. With honesty and the wisdom of someone who has been there, Ruth will help you:    

*¬†¬†¬† Discover your “sweet spot”–that place where your talents and abilities intersect. ¬†¬†¬†

*    Take back your time and schedule by making simple shifts in your daily habits.    

*    Reduce stress in your home and family by clearing out the clutter.    

*    Stop busting your budget and learn to cut your grocery bill in half.    

Who Needs This Book?

Living Well, Spending Less¬†was written to bring hope and encouragement to every woman who currently feels overwhelmed or stressed with a life–and budget–that feels out of control. It speaks to the mom trying to juggle all the demands of a busy life with the pressure to keep up with those around her.¬† It is a practical guide for those of us who often long to pull ourselves together but don’t always know how. It is real, honest, packed with practical tips, and speaks to the heart of the matter–how can we live the life we’ve always wanted?¬†Want to know if this book is for you?¬†¬†¬†¬†

*    Do you ever find yourself comparing your life to those around you?    

*    Have you ever wished for the courage to follow your dreams?    

*    Do you ever struggle to stay organized or get things done?    

*¬†¬†¬† Have you ever felt loaded down with stuff you don’t really need….or even really want? ¬†¬†¬†

*    Do you ever struggle to keep your finances on track?    

*    Do you sometimes long for deeper, more authentic relationships in your life?

If the answer to any of these questions is YES, this book provides real and practical solutions from someone who has been there. Ruth doesn’t just offer advice, she walks it with you, and shares with brutal honesty her own mistakes, failures, and shortcomings.¬† It is encouraging, motivating, and life-changing.

What Others Are Saying:

“An incredible book that will teach you how to spend smart without compromising a great life. Ruth’s stories and practical advice will make you want to be a better mother, wife, sister, and friend.” ¬†¬†¬†¬† –RACHEL CRUZE, coauthor with Dave Ramsey of Smart Money Smart Kids

“Ruth knows firsthand how mamas like us live crazy busy lives, and she steps in as a friend to help us manage and love every minute of it.¬† She offers her best tips for gaining control over the chaos with wisdom-based insights on all things thrifty and family. I’ll be reading it again and again!” ¬† ¬†¬† –RENEE SWOPE, bestselling author of A Confident Heart

Have you ever felt that your life–and budget–is spiraling out of control? Do you sometimes wish you could pull yourself together but wonder exactly how to manage all the scattered pieces of a chaotic life? Is it possible to find balance?

In a word, yes.

Ruth Soukup knows firsthand how stressful an unorganized life and budget can be. Through personal stories, biblical truth, and practical action plans, she will inspire you to make real and lasting changes to your personal goals, home, and finances. Ruth will help you with honesty and the wisdom of someone who has been there.

Sessions include:

1. What Is the Good Life? (15:00)
2. Finding Your Sweet Spot (17:30)
3. Develop Good Habits (13:00)
4. Less Stuff Equals More Joy (16:30)

Coordinating study guide available separately.

The Audio Bible Studies series provides a unique audio learning experience. Unlike a traditional audiobook’s direct narration of a book’s text, this audio Bible study includes high-quality, live audio sessions from the author that cover important Bible-based topics. These sessions will reflect the ambiance of the unique recording locations, immersing the listener into the teaching. While not required for the audio experience, these studies are designed to partner with the coordinating study guide, sold separately.

STUFF. It’s everywhere. Lurking in corners and closets, spilling onto counters and coffee tables, creating havoc everywhere we look. And it’s not just the physical clutter that weighs us down. Oh no, it is the stress of overbooked schedules, and the weight of life that sometimes feels oppressive and totally out of whack.

New York Times bestselling author Ruth Soukup feels your pain–she has been there too. Through personal stories, Biblical truth, and practical action plans, she will inspire and empower each of us to finally declutter not just our home, but our mind and soul as well. Unstuffed is real, honest, and gets right down to the question we are all facing–how can we take back our lives from the stuff that is weighing us down?

In this book, together we will:

• Create a comprehensive vision for our homes and make instant changes to improve its overall function.
• Discover that more closet space is not the solution and instead learn how to set strict limits for the stuff we bring in
• Overcome the frustration of dealing with our kids’ influx of stuff and implement practical solutions for keeping the chaos at bay.
• Recognize the pitfalls of an overstuffed schedule BEFORE it gets out of hand and instead learn to combat the culture of busy that keeps us running from one thing to the next.
• Finally conquer that mountain of paperwork that threatens to tumble down around us at any moment.
• Let go of the guilt that gets attached to gifts and instead learn to separate our loved ones from their stuff.
• Begin to cultivate our real friendships while eliminating the toxic relationships that weigh us down.

Ruth Soukup, New York Times bestselling author and popular blogger, knows all too well how overwhelming it can feel to have a life filled with too many things. In this four-session study, Ruth uses personal stories, biblical truth, and practical action plans to inspire and empower you to finally declutter not only your home but your mind and soul as well.

Each of the four sessions will help you:

• Discover that more closet space is not the solution, and instead learn how to set strict limits for the stuff we bring in
• Recognize the pitfalls of an overstuffed schedule and learn to combat the culture of busy that keeps us running from one thing to the next
• Find balance by letting go of unhealthy habits that can add to your spiritual clutter
• Begin to cultivate real friendships while eliminating the toxic relationships that weigh you down

Sessions include:

1. Home (14:00)
2. Mind (14:00)
3. Soul (20:00)
4. Unstuffed for Good (22:00)

Coordinating study guide available separately.

The Audio Bible Studies series provides a unique audio learning experience. Unlike a traditional audiobook’s direct narration of a book’s text, this audio Bible study includes high-quality, live audio sessions from the author that cover important Bible-based topics. These sessions will reflect the ambiance of the unique recording locations, immersing the listener into the teaching. While not required for the audio experience, these studies are designed to partner with the coordinating study guide, sold separately.