I Used to Have a Handle on Life But it Broke : Six Power Solutions for Women with Too Much to Do

by Mary LoVerde

Then don't! Most women think that the only way to manage the mounting chaos in their lives is to take control and organize, organize, organize. No wonder we have overwhelming to-do lists that leave us feeling exhausted and powerless! But in I Used to Have a Handle on Life but It Broke, Mary LoVerde has a better idea. Showing us that the opposite of control is not chaos but contentment, LoVerde demonstrates how to counter the natural urge to assume responsibility for everything. In place of frustrating and futile controlling strategies, she gives readers straightforward techniques for maintaining their energy and keeping their balance no matter what life throws their way. Recognizing that we often confuse control with power, LoVerde delineates six solutions that will help women change from striving for control to thriving with true 1. Pose good questions 2. Pay attention 3. Predict your Achilles' heel 4. Partner with women 5. Pause before judging 6. Position yourself With her trademark sense of humor and the compassionate voice that has earned her such a strong national following, Mary LoVerde shows us that the result of letting go is not a black hole of dirty laundry and unpaid bills, but a life that is light, free, and joyful.

Hardcover

First published April 2, 2002

Reviews

[Julie · Rating 4 out of 5]

The book was really good with some good takeaways. I wish I had read it earlier in my career/life as it would have helped me to focus in and let go of things.

[Laura · Rating 4 out of 5]

I started reading this book and was really enjoying it but then life DID get in the way.
It was nice to spend a few quiet minutes at the end of a hectic day with Mary and read about how to try and get my hold back.

[Jess · Rating 4 out of 5]

Many great insights...

[Heidi · Rating 4 out of 5]

Helped with ideas to have more balance in a busy life.