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Robin Meade, upbeat host or HLN's Morning Express With Robin Meade and now a singer/songwriter with her debut album Brand New Day, exudes talent and radiates confidence. But before she was a household name, she, like countless other Americans, struggled with anxiety attacks and an erosion of visa mer self-confidence. visa färre
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Verk av Robin Meade

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Födelsedag
1969-04-21
Kön
female
Nationalitet
USA
Utbildning
Ashland University
Yrken
journalist
Organisationer
HLN

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I wanted to rush through this book as fast as I could. I didn’t want to read about abuse or even have to think about it. God knew there was a reason this book was in my hand and so my journey began. I could relate to the author in ways I had forgotten about. I grew up in a very violent , abusive home. My oldest brother and father inflicted physical and emotional pain on me on a daily basis. What I blocked out was the extreme emotional abuse my mother had inflicted on me. As the author talked about how her mother controlled every aspect of her growing up, I also knew how difficult it was for her to endure this injustice.

It’s funny how the author talks about her religious beliefs growing up because my dad was a pastor. Like the author, I was there every time the church doors opened. I questioned how you dad the pastor could speak such love and compassion, then come home and abuse his daughter. The author’s mother seemed to set the tone for the family and she was quite verbal in her dislike of things .
It was sad to read how the author’s parents were concerned about how they were perceived by others and expected their children to act a certain way. Oh how well I know the secrets that were hidden in our family so the church would never know the truth. The author’s family was certainly dysfunctional and as time went on that way of life would come to affect her adult life. Her relationships never lasted, her self esteem was at its lowest and she was spiraling out of control.

This part of the book is where I wanted to finally be able to breathe. I wanted our similar backgrounds to find a way to feel freedom. The only way to find that was through God. Yes at times I also thought God had abandoned me. Did he care that I was a shell of myself? The answer is simple. Yes He cares and the author gives us a look at the steps she took to get back her most important relationship. The author’s experiences with churches seems to be a common thing today. I also had several bad experiences at churches which I used to explain why I didn’t want to go anymore.

The book is encouraging and I enjoyed reading a story that was transparent, healing and guiding readers to God. Forgiveness is a hard subject for us but at some point forgiveness needs to happen. When we choose to forgive, we are set free from hurt. I appreciate how honest the author was with her struggles and I hope at some point I can purchase the workbook that goes with this book.

“No matter where you are or what situation you’re in, God doesn’t want anyone to remain in relationships that are harmful.”

I received a copy of this book from Celebrate Lit. The review is my own opinion.
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Harley0326 | Aug 3, 2020 |
First off, I have to say that I was lucky enough to get an ARC copy of Morning Sunshine! I was so lucky to get it and read it as fast as I could, it was a great read.

For those of you who don't know who Robin Meade is (that seems impossible, but you never know) she's the host for Headline news in the morning 6-10am. She does such a fantastic job. Her personality is warm and bubbly, and a great way to start off the day.

This is such a great read. This is for anyone who needs a little boost of confidence, or needs to build theirs up, like me. Robin has a very unique writing style. It honestly felt like she was talking to me. Like, two people chatting. Most writers would kill to have such a writing style, and for Robin it comes naturally. The reader can't help but to be drawn in and made to feel comfortable and want to read it all in one sitting.

To start off, Robin tells us somethings that happened in her life and some of them are pretty personal and how she was taught how to turn negative things into something positive. We learn that she isn't perfect, even if we all think so. She tells us of her quirks and fears, and how they made her stronger. Not only does she do this, but she tell us how it worked for her, abut also how it could work for us too. It would have been easy for her to just tell us what she did, and not give examples of how she needs these strategies but how Robin also tell us what happened to her in life where she needed the strategies. She didn't have to do that. She could have kept up the "perfect" image of what we have of her, and not tell us she's imperfect. She tells us that she's imperfect, and as a reader, we feel that she's trusting us with what she was going through in her life. I have to admit that I was laughing when she talked about Crystal. *LOL* If you want to find out who Crystal is, you really need to get the book. Its' a hoot!

The book is step up where Robin tells us what happened to her, and ways to deal with her struggles. After each part, she has, "What I've Learned" which is what she learned from something, then "Confidence Booster" ways for us, the reader to boost our confidence, and make us feel better about us. She also has "The Takeaway" something we can takeaway or something we can learn. Then my favorite Robin's Ramblings" Just her thoughts on things. There was one of the "Robin's Ramblings" that really hit home with me, and I plan to use that pretty much everyday.

This really was a powerful read for me. Somethings I plan to do what she says that helped her. If you need a boost of confidence or have to deal with negative thoughts or anything, you really need to get a copy of this book. I'll tell you how good it is. I have a ARC copy of the book, when it comes out for sale, I plan to get a hardback version of it. It was such a great read!! I highly suggest it. If you buy the book, you won't be sorry.

If you're a fan of Robin Meade, then you need this book. This is sweet and charming read, just like she comes across on Headline News.

I hope it comes out in an audiobook and Robin reads it. I know I'd get a copy of it.
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Reacherfan | 1 annan recension | Feb 8, 2010 |
On HLN’s news show Morning Express with Robin Meade, the anchor absolutely shines with confidence as she brings the news each morning. You would never guess that she was at one time frozen with fear and questioning her ability to do her job. With an inside look at some of the insanity in the news business, Robin tells her story of overcoming her doubts and fears.

Morning Sunshine is not a stuffy self-help book written by a psychologist delving into your brain. Instead it is a “Hey, sit down here friend and let’s talk about this” pep-talk book. She shares her experiences at work, some embarrassing moments, her upbringing, and many touching and personal stories. Especially helpful for me were her ideas on handling criticism. Each chapter has a Confidence Booster, The Takeaway (sort of the final thought of the chapter), and Robin’s Ramblings.

The book is a well written, warm, and interesting look at how we react to others, the pressures we put upon ourselves, and how it hinders us personally and professionally. I enjoyed the book and it makes me appreciate her television show and professionalism even more.
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Tmtrvlr | 1 annan recension | Sep 23, 2009 |

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