Moments of Choice: My Path to Leadership

by Linda Singh

How does a young girl emerge from humble beginnings in a rural, four-room house and an adolescence characterized by abuse and homelessness to become a Major General in the United States Army and an Executive with a leading global professional services company? For Major General Linda L. Singh, it was a series of moments. From choosing forgiveness over resentment, love over fear, discipline over recklessness, and hard work over dependency, Singh takes readers on an inspiring journey of self-discovery, love, and acceptance. With courage, honesty, and passion, she divulges how she learned to understand the value in every choice and experience, armed with unwavering faith and determination. Along the way, Major General Singh acknowledges the multitude of mentors and role-models who assisted her in her transformation from homeless teenager to self-assured leader, wife, and mother – a path that eventually led to her installation as the Commander of the Maryland National Guard. Want to follow her example and rise above your current circumstances? Read Moments of My Path to Leadership by Major General Linda L. Singh.

260 pages, Paperback

Published May 13, 2016

Reviews

[Cheryl · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really and thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. I felt that there was a good balance between Major General Singh's personal life and her military life. The way both lives intertwined with each other to shape the person that Major General Singh is today is great.

Major General Singh had a rough life but sadly not any different then some people growing up. I am blessed that I did not have to deal with the situations that Major General Singh encountered like being homeless, rape, abandonment or a spilt family. My parents love both me and my sister. We had a nice home growing up and never had to look forward to either parent having "drinking days".

There is an analogy that Major General Singh references and that is a tree. I like this reference as we are all trees. Each branch is a different path that we have taken in life (good or bad). It is how we learn from our choices that help us to grow and have a strong root base.

To quote Major General Singh "You often hear people say, "Live life to the fullest." For me, it meant living the life I desired to have and refusing to allow others to set the agenda."

[Sheryl Lloyd · Rating 4 out of 5]

Resilience

Very encouraging story of overcoming life's adversities. Major General Singh is an incredible example of the power of faith. She is proof that a person's past does not determine your future. A fine example for others to emulate. Very proud of the path she has made for those coming behind her.

[Sam Motes · Rating 5 out of 5]

I had the honor or hearing the author tell her story in a web conference during 2022 and was inspired by her drive to succeed but further to pay it forward to the next generation of young leaders. Her books was well with the read. The story of hardship and an undying drive to not only survive but improve herself. It is a very inspiring read.

[Peggy · Rating 5 out of 5]

An amazing and inspirational read! A book that you will find yourself so wrapped in that you finish before you realize it. An easy story to feel every feeling there is to feel. A way to escape from reality easily. A book that you will diffidently want to read!

[Alex Y. · Rating 3 out of 5]

DISCLAIMER: I received a copy of this book for free in exchange for writing a review. I was not obligated to give a positive review, and all thoughts are my own.

Moments of Choice: My Path to Leadership is an autobiography/self-help book written by Major General Linda Singh. The book is filled with insights into the life of this remarkable woman in a style that is easy to read. She describes her young life vividly and with great detail with respect to what experiences shaped her into the person she became. The book is not presented linearly, but almost topically as it shifts between autobiography and self-help book. This presentation often leads to repeated or blended stories and narratives, which can make a reader feel somewhat disengaged after a while. Despite this stylistic choice, Moments of Choice continues to be an empowering story about rising above circumstances, a must-read for people who like autobiographies about interesting people.

3/5

[Anonymous · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is a strong bit of courage for people in difficult situations to keep going, keep reaching and keep dreaming for something better than where they’re at currently. Singh has a relatable voice and relatable story for many who grew up in similar situations or stuck in similar boats. She has a way of engaging the audience that allows the reader to empathize with her, even if they’ve never gone through what she has. She takes the audience on a road through her life, all the moments- good, bad and ugly- that led to where she is now.
Down on your luck? Need an uplifting story? This is a good one for you.

Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book for free in exchange for writing a review. I was not obligated to give a positive review, and all thoughts are my own.

[Amy · Rating 4 out of 5]

A teacher once told me that in order to value great joy you must also experience great pain, and I thought of this adage while reading Major General Singh’s book. Her memoir shows that she’s experienced many hardships in life—more than one person should—but has also experienced a great amount of success. Her experiences are inspiring to read and often very relatable. I enjoyed following her journey through this memoir; my only criticism is that the prose sometimes felt a little too wordy and casual. This was a powerful read overall.

Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book for free in exchange for writing a review. I was not obligated to give a positive review, and all thoughts are my own.