Product Description

Nobody knows what will happen in the next moment of our lives. Whatever is in store for us, the only thing we can be sure of is that nothing in life is certain. And since we all fear the unknown, life's uncertainty can be a constant source of worry to us. But, as bestselling author Susan Jeffers explains, life doesn't have to be one worry after the next, a steady stream of "what ifs" and a constant attempt to create a secure haven for ourselves. In this title she emphasizes that an unknown future doesn't prevent a rich and abundant life and shows how, by enjoying life's unpredictability, we transform ourselves from a position of fear to one filled with excitement and potential. Through case studies, exercises and pragmatic wisdom, the author attempts to convince us, above all, that life is exhilarating because of, not in spite of, uncertainty.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #452326 in Books
• Published on: 2003-09-01
• Original language: English
• Dimensions: 7.72" h x .71" w x 5.08" l, .44 pounds
• Binding: Paperback
• 288 pages

From Publishers Weekly
Jeffers, author of several books including Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway, offers a program designed to help readers achieve greater peace of mind and optimism in today's troubled times. Jeffers believes that too many people spend needless energy and effort trying to control every aspect of their lives-career, health, finances, etc. Since no one can control the future, Jeffers encourages people to accept three major principles: "The only certainty is that life is uncertain"; "Once you surrender to the fact that you are unable to control the uncertainty, you will, at last, be able to breathe a sigh of relief"; and "A `deep' acceptance that life is uncertain opens the door to a powerful way of living." Essentially, Jeffers wants people to be more optimistic and enjoy whatever is happening at the moment without excessively worrying about the future. Instead of playing the endless variation of "what ifs," people should focus on the positive aspects of their lives. She suggests people try to give back to others, which in turn will bring more love and positive events back to them. While readers looking for innovative strategies may be disappointed by Jeffers's somewhat simplistic suggestions like "Lighten up. Play with Life. Laugh a Lot," her comforting, no-blame tone may strike the right chord among those looking for a calming perspective in today's stressful world.
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From AudioFile
A breezy compilation of cutting-edge wisdom about living, this follow-up to FEEL THE FEAR AND DO IT ANYWAY is a broad and satisfying spiritual guide. It aims to quell our obsessive control of life by encouraging trust, tolerance, and realistic expectations about the external world. By trusting each moment to provide everything we need from life, we can avoid the intellectual tightropes so common in modern America. Though the insights here are sophisticated, the author's voice and approach have the friendly, informal quality of a community club speaker; she speaks on our level and comes across as a normal person. An accessible guide to having a relaxed inner life. T.W. © AudioFile 2003, Portland, Maine-- Copyright © AudioFile, Portland, Maine

Review
'Susan Jeffers has done it again! EMBRACING UNCERTAINTY is a wonderful book with a huge payoff...peace of mind about the future. It is an entertaining read filled with invaluable insights and unique exercises you can take with you on your exciting Journey through life.' -- Jack Canfield, Co-Author of the #1 New York Times 'Now more than ever, Susan Jeffers' wisdom feels like a precious gift. Her counsel is profound and meaningful in such challenging times.' -- Marianne Williamson 'In Embracing Uncertainty, Jeffers describes, with brilliant clarity, how to deal with ambiguity in life. The exercises in this book helped me learn how to reach within myself and find certainty. Like Feel the Fear and Do It Anyway, I'll be quoting this classic over and over again.' -- Mona Lisa Schulz, MD, PhD, author of Awakening Int 'Original, courageous and brilliant! Jeffers alters the mind without drugs, freeing it to free us to become ourselves. ' 'Susan Jeffer's books are always fun to read, and she has done it again with Embracing Uncertainty. She leads the reader through the art of enjoying life in her own unique style!' -- Louise L. Hay, Author of You Can Heal Your Life an