Audiobooks by Shauna Niequist

Celebrate Every Day: Seeing the Extraordinary in the Ordinary

"Life is hard, and it can be easy to lose sight of what matters the most. We celebrate big wins and milestones, but what about the miracle of ordinary everyday life? What about the in-between that we take for granted and don't think is worthy of a highlight reel? Even though each of us experiences life differently, our longings for love and connection is the same. New York Times bestselling author Shauna Niequist reminds you in Celebrate Every Day the importance of slowing down and appreciating the ordinary things you're taking for granted and missing as you're planning for the milestone. Adapted from her acclaimed book 'Cold Tangerines,' this DayReader offers daily reflections that help both long-time fans and new readers see the extraordinary in the everyday. Celebrate Every Day: - gives readers 60 days of celebration and insight on how ordinary life is worth relishing. - focuses on overcoming busyness and insecurities, and building authenticity and friendships. - offers 120 reflection prompts, so you can dig deep and discover what you're missing. If you're exhausted by perfection, tired of disappointment, and ready to appreciate life's everyday moments, this is for you! Discover the extraordinary in the ordinary with 'Celebrate Every Day.'"

Shauna Niequist (Author), Kate Marcin (Narrator)

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I Guess I Haven't Learned That Yet: Audio Bible Studies: Discovering New Ways of Living When the Old

"What If You're Not a Failure? What If You're Not Falling Behind? What If You're Learning? "Every single thing that used to work has stopped working, all at the same time." Award-winning author Shauna Niequist's mom wrote down this phrase in her mid-forties and shared it with Shauna in her mid-forties. It was exactly the way Shauna was feeling at the time. Many of the beliefs and practices that had been useful in her life no longer worked. After trying-and failing-to move forward using the same old tools, she realized she required new ones: courage, curiosity, and self-compassion. Throughout the five sessions of her I Guess I Haven't Learned That Yet series, Shauna talks about unlearning what is no longer helpful, embracing curiosity, and making peace with the unexpected twists and turns of life. She shares candidly about the challenges and blessings she has experienced and invites participants to explore what happens when we release our expectations for how we thought life would look and open ourselves up to the freedom and peace that come from choosing to be a beginner again. Whatever you're trying to navigate, Shauna's honest reflections offer hope for healing and encouragement to begin again. Discover that life is more about questions than answers, more about forgiveness than force, more about tenderness than trying hard. Sessions and run times include: - When Change Comes (And It Always Does) (19:30) - Tender Toward Ourselves (20:30) - Questions, Questions (24:00) - Learning to be Brave (19:00) - Coming Home (15:30) 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."

Shauna Niequist (Author), Shauna Niequist (Narrator)

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Present Over Perfect: Audio Bible Studies: Leaving Behind Frantic for a Simpler, More Soulful Way of

"Which are you...striving for perfect, or settled and present? You can't be both. We're all pushing for something, for the life we think we want. We strive and strain and orchestrate and negotiate, in hopes of stitching together an existence that satisfies, but in the end, all that forced movement, all that contrived exertion, leaves us writhing in pain, in agony, right inside the reality we ourselves created. The pain shows up in addiction. Or in a string of failed relationships. It shows up in overeating, overdrinking, overspending, overfunctioning, over-everything. In Present Over Perfect, Shauna Niequist invites us to consider the landscape of our life, and what it might look like to leave behind the pressure to be perfect and begin the life-changing practice of simply being present. In this six-week study, you will answer some vital questions: - Have you become someone you wouldn't want to be around? - Are you longing for connection but settling for busy? - What sacrifices are you making in order to play the role you find yourself playing? - What "no" do you have to say when you say yes? Is this a wise thing to say no to? - What has your need for speed cost you along the way? - What attitudes, expectations, neuroses, habits, and obligations would you have to upend in order to care more purposefully for your soul? Present Over Perfect is a hand reaching out, pulling you free from the constant pressure to perform faster, push harder, and produce more, all while maintaining an exhausting image of perfection. Discover an entirely new way to live…soaked in grace, rest, silence, simplicity, prayer, and connection with the people that matter most. Sessions include: - Pain Points (23:00) - The Roles We Play (20:00) - Yes, and No (21:00) - Unflashy, Unspectacular, Good (22:00) - Living the Love (21:00) 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."

Shauna Niequist (Author), Shauna Niequist (Narrator)

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I Guess I Haven't Learned That Yet: Discovering New Ways of Living When the Old Ways Stop Working

"Read by the author with an audio-exclusive interview of Shauna about her family's move to New York. When everything we've been clinging to falls apart, how do we know what to keep and what to let go of? I Guess I Haven't Learned That Yet, now a New York Times bestseller, is a clear-eyed look at where we go from here--and how we can transform our lives along the way. Just after her fortieth birthday, author Shauna Niequist found herself in a season of chaos, change, and loss unlike anything she'd ever faced. She discovered that many of the beliefs and practices that she usually turned to were no longer serving her. After trying--and failing--to pull herself back up using the same old strategies and systems, she realized she required new ones: courage, curiosity, and compassion. She discovered the way through was more about questions than answers, more about forgiveness than force, more about tenderness than trying hard. In I Guess I Haven't Learned That Yet, Niequist chronicles her journey--from her life-changing move from the Midwest to Manhattan to the power of unlearning what is no longer helpful and accepting the unknowns that come with midlife, heartbreak, and chronic pain. With her characteristic candor and grace, Niequist writes about her experience learning how to: - Discover new ways of living when the old ways stop working - Embrace the challenges and delights of releasing our expectations for how we thought our lives would look - Trust God's goodness in a deeper, more profound way Follow Niequist as she endeavors to understand grief, to reshape her faith, and to practice courage when it feels impossible. Praise for I Guess I Haven't Learned That Yet: 'Gentle. Loving. This tender book asks us to listen to our pain, lean into our discomfort, and trust that we can be lifted back on our feet by God and each other.' --Kate C. Bowler, New York Times bestselling author of No Cure for Being Human 'This book is a masterpiece. It is a journey and an invitation and a joy and a heartbreak and all the things you need to read to be reminded that hope can still be found.' --Annie F. Downs, New York Times bestselling author of That Sounds Fun"

Shauna Niequist (Author), Shauna Niequist (Narrator)

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A Present Over Perfect Guided Journal: Journey to a Simpler, More Soulful Life

"Read by the author. Are you more burned-out than energized? Do you too often start the day tired and overwhelmed? Leave behind the heavy weight of comparison, competition, and exhaustion, and recraft a life marked by meaning, connection, and unconditional love in this interactive journal from New York Times bestselling author Shauna Niequist. In the mess and the mundane, how do you begin to find space in your life? Shauna takes you on a journey toward growth and grounding that will bring about a meaningful transformation in your marriage, your family, your friendships, and your prayer life. The Present Over Perfect Guided Journal offers: - Thought-provoking quotes from Shauna to inspire you - Guided writing prompts and interactive activities Whether you've read Present Over Perfect or not, this guided journal will equip you to apply and live its principles either through independent introspection or small group dialog and discussion, it will be a favorite on your bedside table or at the beach, and it also makes a perfect gift for birthdays, Christmas, and Mother's Day and for anyone searching for peace in their life. Sink deep into wonder, rest, and stillness in this interactive invitation to weave the truths of Present Over Perfect into your life. Look for additional inspirational books and audio products from Shauna: - I Guess I Haven't Learned That Yet - Present Over Perfect - Bread and Wine - Savor"

Shauna Niequist (Author), Shauna Niequist (Narrator)

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Present Over Perfect: Leaving Behind Frantic for a Simpler, More Soulful Way of Living

"OVER 1 MILLION COPIES SOLD! New York Times bestselling author Shauna Niequist invites you to look at the landscape of your own life, consider how it might feel to leave behind the pressure to be perfect, and begin the practice of simply being present in the middle of the mess. A few years ago, Shauna found herself exhausted and isolated, her soul and body sick. She was tired of being tired and burned out on busy. It seemed like almost everyone she talked to was in the same boat: longing for connection, meaning, and depth, but settling for busy. But then something changed. She decided to trade the hustle and bustle for grace, love, stillness, and play, and it changed everything. Shauna offers an honest account of what led her to begin this journey and a compelling vision for an entirely new way to live: soaked in rest, silence, simplicity, prayer, and connection with the people who matter most to us. As you witness Shauna's journey, you'll be inspired to embark on one of your own. She gives you the encouragement you need to: - Put an end to people-pleasing tendencies - Embrace moments of simplicity, quiet, and stillness - Accept that you are worthy of love, belonging, and joy Written in Shauna's warm and vulnerable style, this collection of essays focuses on the most important transformation in her life, and maybe yours too: leaving behind busyness and frantic living and rediscovering the person you were made to be. Present Over Perfect is a hand reaching out, pulling you free from the constant pressure to perform faster, push harder, and produce more while maintaining an exhausting image of perfection. Join the over one million others who have already started walking this new path away from frantic pushing and proving and toward their true selves."

Shauna Niequist (Author), Shauna Niequist (Narrator)

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Savor: Living Abundantly Where You Are, As You Are (A 365-Day Devotional, plus 21 Delicious Recipes)

"Learn to live more abundantly in all of life's little moments as you pause to soak up the goodness all around you. Reflect, pray, and cook with New York Times bestselling author Shauna Niequist. Savor is a 365-day devotional that helps you embrace the goodness all around you, be aware of holy fingerprints everywhere, and walk through each day cherishing those glints of the divine in the daily. The challenges of daily life and the weight of what we carry in some seasons can dull our senses, causing us to miss those tiny, holy, ordinary moments. Savor invites you to pause, day by day, and attune your senses to the fullness and presence of God all day long--whether that's a hug, a tomato sandwich, a quiet moment, or a text from a loved one. Savor will teach you: - To embrace and cherish each day, whatever it holds--work and play, meals and prayers, the good stuff and the hard stuff - Life is all about relationships, and your daily relationship with God is worth savoring in every moment - Recipes from Shauna's kitchen to enjoy around a table with your community Inside you'll find: - 365 devotions--each devotion includes a short Bible passage, an insightful story from Shauna, and a thoughtful prompt to help you live out your faith - 21 delicious recipes, from summer salads to French toast to fondue This devotional makes a perfect self-gift or gift for a friend looking to experience a more integrated faith and anyone who loves trying out new recipes or enjoys hosting gatherings for loved ones. Savor invites you to notice the divine fingerprints everywhere-from a conversation with a friend to a needed moment of silence and breath, to a glimpse of beauty or silliness in an unexpected place. As you meditate on these devotions, you will remember to savor each day and live on the lookout for shimmers of hope from a God who gives you every good thing. Look for these additional inspirational books from Shauna: - I Guess I Haven't Learned That Yet - Present Over Perfect - Present Over Perfect Guided Journal - Bread and Wine - Cold Tangerines - Bittersweet"

Shauna Niequist (Author), Shauna Niequist (Narrator)

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Bread and Wine: A Love Letter to Life Around the Table with Recipes

"Join New York Times bestselling author Shauna Niequist as she offers an enchanting mix of funny and vulnerable storytelling in this collection of recipes and essays about the surprising and sacred things that happen when people gather around the table. Bread & Wine is a literary feast about the moments and meals that bring us together. With beautiful and evocative writing, Shauna celebrates the sweet and savory moments that happen when family and friends sit down together. She invites us to see how God teaches and feeds us even as we nourish the people around us, and she explores the ways that hunger, loneliness, and restlessness lead us back to the table again. Part cookbook and part spiritual memoir, Bread & Wine sheds light on: - How sharing food together mirrors the way we share our hearts with each other-and with God - What it means to follow a God who reveals His presence in breaking bread and passing a cup - What happens when we come together, slow down, open our homes, look into one another's faces, and listen to one another's stories A satisfying read for heart and body, you'll want to keep Bread & Wine close at hand all year round. Recreate the meals that come to life in each essay with recipes for any occasion, from Goat Cheese Biscuits and Bacon-Wrapped Dates to Mango Chicken Curry and Dark Chocolate Sea Salt Toffee. For anyone who has found themselves swapping stories over plates of pasta, sharing takeout on the couch, laughing over a burnt recipe, and lingering a little longer for one more bite, this book is for you."

Shauna Niequist (Author), Shauna Niequist (Narrator)

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Bittersweet: Thoughts on Change, Grace, and Learning the Hard Way

"Join New York Times bestselling author Shauna Niequist as she invites you to experience the precious gifts and wisdom that only come the hard way--through change, loss, and transition. In this collection of poignant essays, Shauna reflects on her own journey of making peace with change, the nuanced mix of excitement and heartbreak that comes with it, and the practices that offer us strength and hope along the way. When life comes at us in waves, our first instinct is to dig in our heels and control what we can. A keen observer of life with a lyrical voice, Shauna offers another way--the way of letting the waves carry us into a deeper awareness of God's presence in our lives, even in the midst of turmoil. Drawing from her own experiences in a season of pain and chaos, Shauna shares her deeply personal struggles with: - Difficult moves - Career changes - Marital stress - Financial worries - Life-altering loss With honesty and hope, Shauna beautifully unwraps the complicated truth that in all things there is both something broken and something beautiful, that there is a moment of lightness even on the darkest of nights, and that rejoicing is no less meaningful when it contains a splinter of sadness. A tribute to life at the edges, Bittersweet is a love letter to the bittersweet and sacred work that change does in us all. Praise for Bittersweet: 'Bittersweet is so delicious I wanted to douse it in butter and syrup and eat the whole thing. I fell into a deep and genuine depression when I read the last word and there were no more. Be kind and please treat yourself to this book. It is lovely and hilarious and poignant in all the best ways that make me so deliriously happy as a reader.' --Jen Hatmaker, speaker and bestselling author of Fierce, Free, and Full of Fire and For the Love"

Shauna Niequist (Author), Shauna Niequist (Narrator)

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Cold Tangerines: Celebrating the Extraordinary Nature of Everyday Life

"Shauna Niequist calls us to see the beauty, hope, and dimension in our ordinary days through the life-giving practice of celebration. Cold Tangerines is beautiful narration of Shauna's journey as a young writer, wife, and mom making peace with herself and crafting a life that celebrates the extraordinary moments hidden in the everyday. Throughout each story echoes the heartbeat message that the normal, daily life ticking by on our streets and sidewalks, at our dinner tables and in our late-night talks--is the most precious thing any of us will ever experience. With her signature warmth and vulnerable storytelling, Shauna offers a feast of thoughtful reflections on the small moments that make up the human experience, the spiritual life, and things that seem ordinary but just might be sacred after all. She invites us into a new way of living with the awareness of God's movement gracing every part of our day. Both a voice of challenge and song of comfort, this gallery of celebration encourages us to turn our attention to the marvelous life happening right under our noses. Join Shauna in this heartfelt and hopeful call upward to a new way of being, where there's room to breathe, to rest, to break down, and break through to the best possible life."

Shauna Niequist (Author), Shauna Niequist (Narrator)

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