The Beautiful No audiobook

I would probably cut off four or five fingers to have had Sheri Salata’s career. I think we all look at someone like her and say “Wow—she nailed it.” But it turns out she doesn’t necessarily see it that way. It turns out even someone like Sheri has all kinds of unrealized dreams and places where her life has felt unbalanced. This book is about her journey to a more well-rounded type of success: one that includes taking care of her health, finding true love, nurturing her spiritual side, becoming more adventurous, and finding new and more satisfying ways to crush it in the working world. And the best part is that she shares many of the hot tips she’s picked up along the way so that those of us in a similar position can take a whack at this whole life betterment thing as well. It’s a great read—rich with valuable info, yet funny, sweet, and easy to digest.

Love Sheri; this book and her podcast.

I listened to this book while sitting in the sun for the first time in weeks in Ohio. I started to appreciate my own little soggy backyard paradise more and more as I laughed, cried, and enjoyed every part of the journey Sheri invites her readers to take. I have loved listening to the Sheri and Nancy show since the very first episode and this deep dive with Sheri feels special, revelatory and like a long chat with an old friend. Her gratitude and appreciation for life is so inspirational and shines through each lovingly penned chapter.The Beautiful No chronicles what worked and what didn’t and invites readers to show up for their own lives as wholeheartedly as Sheri does. Sheri, thank you for inviting us into your dream tribe and empowering people to dream bigger. This morning and all the rest of my mornings I will try a little harder to feel it all.

Sheri Salata has been a true inspiration to me enter since her Oprah show days. But when I stumbled upon her podcast about reinventing oneself in midlife, I felt like I'd found a sister in spirit. This book, The Beautiful No, does not disappoint. It's full of inspirational bits of wisdom woven into stories of her loving family, amazing friendships and enviable career. You will find yourself saying YES! as Sheri brings us along on her mighty dreamquest reminding us that midlife isn't the beginning of the end at all. Spoiler alert: She's just getting started.

Loved it and plan to listen again. I felt like I was having a best friend conversation with the laugher, seriousness, and tears. There’s a lot of gems there to be mined from her experiences with failure, ordinariness, and enormous success too. I just love her.

I'm a huge fan (Dreamtriber) of The Sheri And Nancy Show podcast and was so anxious to read co host Sheri Salata's first book. I just knew that if she approached writing this book with the same honesty and humor she does on the podcast, that I would throughly enjoy this book.And yes, I loved The Beautiful No. Just because you have one of the most coveted jobs in the world, surrounded by not only one of the most powerful women of our time, Oprah, but she had access to a revolving door of the worlds greatest thought leaders and teachers.She should have been at the peak of happiness and fulfillment. She wasn't Struggling with weight and not having the time to take care of herself, it wasn't until she gave it all up and began a transformation in midlife. Sheri shares honest stories from her life with us. Family, her career, her dogs, nothing is off limits. I felt a kinship with her as I read this book. So much of her resonates with me. People pleasing and non confrontational, you get to the point in your life where, your happiness needs to become number one priority. Oh and since I'm a HUGE U2 fan I couldn't help but love the U2 reference when she wrote about Oprah's last show. :-)

"Listen, this may be a bold statement, but if we could collapse time and recognize the beauty in a no right when it arrives, no matter how disappointed we might feel, I think we would have mastered something fundamentally important about living happily ever after".-Sheri Salata, THE BEAUTIFUL NOThis is the first book I've read cover to cover in one sitting in a very long time. It felt like a long, deep into the night phone call with my bestie. The quote above is one of my favorites from the book, but it's honestly filled with nuggets that will make you say to yourself, "Wow, there are others out there who think just like me!" And even more importantly, you might find yourself accepting those parts of yourself and not judging yourself for them after reading how Sheri is producing this next act in her life. There are some laugh out loud funny moments and some tender poignant moments, and it's all of those and the things in between that kept me turning the page. I've already purchased a copy for my sister and my BFF in Florida. And I probably won't stop there. Thank you Sheri Salata, for sharing your stories and wisdom with us.

The Beautiful No And Other Tales of Trail, Transcendence and Transformation by Sherri Salata is a Beautiful book. It touched my soul and lifted my spirit. It is a thoughtful, authentic, inspiring, transformational vulnerable, powerful, inspirational and impactful book. Wow I really love, love, love this book. Sheri shared her story with passion, generosity and love. It helped me to examine my life to determine where I have said No to myself. Examine, reflect and be grateful for all of the Beautiful No’s that I have received. Identify the areas in my life where I want to say Yes. I am grateful for this book. It spoke to my heart. As a result of the book I am committed to taking radical action to create the life of my wildest dreams. I would highly recommend this book. It could help you to shift from an ordinary life to an extraordinary life.

This book is a must-read for women in the middle of life. Sheri's expert story telling, honesty and sense of humor make "The Beautiful No" a truly enjoyable experience. I found myself crying in one chapter and laughing out loud in the next. I have followed Sheri since the beginning of her podcast and after reading her book, I feel like we are old friends. She comes across as so genuine and authentic to the core. Read and share this book with your best girlfriends. They will thank you for it.

Like other reviewers here, I just kept turning the pages, soaking it all in. Sheri's book is highly entertaining, deeply moving, and quite inspiring. And who isn't up for a little reinvention in life! P.S. Sheri offers lots of resources in her podcast and on her site The Pillar Life -- including a free companion workbook to The Beautiful No. Highly recommend!

3.5 stars-Sheri Salata is a great writer, and I enjoyed her enthusiasm. She's one of those people that you wish was one of your good friends, because you can tell she's got a magnetic personality. I enjoyed reading about her journey.

Inspiring and real.

This book came out at just the right time for me. I've been pondering some of the same questions as Sheri Salata and loved how she just told it like it is and is so down to earth about everything. The Beautiful No is definitely inspiring, especially for women who may be "midlife" and wondering how to navigate the next few decades. I read it quickly and feel like immediately rereading it to make sure I get all the nuggets Salata shares.

I became a fan of Sheri Salata the moment she was first introduced on Season 25: Oprah Behind the Scenes. I thought she was a powerhouse and was immediately interested in her and her story. Thankfully, she stepped out of the control room and into the world. I began listening to her "This is 50!" podcast (now known as "The Sheri and Nancy Show") as soon as it debuted so I was primed to love this book the minute it was released. I purchased it as both an audiobook and hard cover. I listened first and immediately and then read the book more leisurely to highlight ideas. I've read other reviews and want to clarify how I see and use the book. 1) I see this as an origin story. Sheri gives us key stories from her life and life experience that she has identified as turning points and life lessons gained in the moment and through hindsight.2) I think this book is best viewed as "Volume One". Sheri lives her early life, learns her lessons, Reflects, and BEGINS the process of being more intentional on creating the next half of her life. 3) I see this as a companion piece to the podcast. Sheri continues to grow and evolve and the publication of the book is the jumping off point as she begins her new adventure.4) This is not a how-to guide for how to live your own best life. It is insight into how one woman is doing it based on her place in life, using her resources and listening to her own heart and soul. You can vicariously learn through her experiences but must do your own soul searching. I think Sheri's vulnerability will encourage you on your own path.5) If you are sparked to begin your own journey, that is then where the podcast comes in and Sheri and Nancy's website. As they learn and grow, they continue to add items to their shop that will help you do the same. There are now several guides/manuals, journals and even a cookbook to help you on your path.I have no doubt a Volume 2 will follow and perhaps one will be added for each new decade ahead. There's plenty of time, afterall.I recommend this book because I enjoyed learning more about Sheri specifically. I further recommend it because I enjoy celebrating and supporting others on their journey. It is no small task to pull back the curtain to show the dark corners of your life and be vulnerable. I believe in bearing witness and encouraging life-changing growth. If you feel the same, I think you'll really enjoy this book.

I am not a reader of memoirs or self help books so I was a little nervous when a friend said I should read this. I am happy I trusted her! I listened to it on a long weekend drive and hearing Sheri's voice tell the story was excellent (I'm always in for a good story!). I saw some of the reviews below (something I rarely read...) and, yes, there is a feeling of extreme privilege at times but that doesn't make her not human. I am a single woman business owner in my 40s and I could identify with so much of this. Chapter 11 was really great. "All of our time is free time." And her musings on why romantic love has never worked out for her are exactly what I have lived as well. I am good at working and my job. I am not good at trying to figure out the dance of dating, etc. And you know what? There is nothing wrong with that. Because I have always chosen to spend my "free time" exactly the way my path was meant to lead. So, thank you, Sheri, for a really nice book. It's not literature, it's a little privileged, but it's nice to hear from someone I can identify with.