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Make Some Noise: Speak Your Mind and Own Your Strength
A bold and unabashed guide to finding your voice, harnessing your true desires, and leading the life you really want.
Women are tired of worrying that they are being "too loud" if they speak up and say what they believe, want, or need, and are ready to feel their power and make themselves heard. A certified life coach and author of the bestseller How to Stop Feeling Like Shit , Andrea Owen knows that this is absolutely attainable if women can channel their righteous anger and desire. But she also knows that they'll need to disrupt a status quo in which women have been conditioned and socialized to remain on the sidelines and to put others before themselves. With all of the expertise of a veteran feminist and hell-raiser, and the relatability of a dear friend, Make Some Noise will push women to step outside of rigid societal expectations and show them how to take back control of their lives, and make them all their own.
In Make Some Noise , Owen deconstructs common behavior patterns that sabotage our power as women, and instead suggests new behaviors for creating a life that truly serves our desires and needs. From unlearning the notion that women should stay quiet and take up little space to trusting your inner wisdom, Make Some Noise is a raw and honest guidebook, and, ultimately, a call to arms.
Women are tired of worrying that they are being "too loud" if they speak up and say what they believe, want, or need, and are ready to feel their power and make themselves heard. A certified life coach and author of the bestseller How to Stop Feeling Like Shit , Andrea Owen knows that this is absolutely attainable if women can channel their righteous anger and desire. But she also knows that they'll need to disrupt a status quo in which women have been conditioned and socialized to remain on the sidelines and to put others before themselves. With all of the expertise of a veteran feminist and hell-raiser, and the relatability of a dear friend, Make Some Noise will push women to step outside of rigid societal expectations and show them how to take back control of their lives, and make them all their own.
In Make Some Noise , Owen deconstructs common behavior patterns that sabotage our power as women, and instead suggests new behaviors for creating a life that truly serves our desires and needs. From unlearning the notion that women should stay quiet and take up little space to trusting your inner wisdom, Make Some Noise is a raw and honest guidebook, and, ultimately, a call to arms.
320 pages, Hardcover
Published August 31, 2021
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November 12, 2022
Ha valaki olyan önsegítő könyvet keres, amelyik könnyen fogyasztható, mégis kutatásokra alapozott tanácsokat ad (amik ráadásul nem is elavultak, valamint működnek), az csapjon le Andrea Owen könyvére - sőt, az előzőre is, az is hasonló minőséget képvisel.
A könyv másik erőssége, hogy Owen őszintén beszél a saját életéről (hihetetlen az a katyvasz, amiből kimászott), emellett nem csinál úgy, mintha ő már túl lenne a fejlődésen, és a megvilágosultság hegycsúcsáról szónokolna a hallgatóságának. Olyan, mintha egy tanácsadásban alaposan képzett barátnő győzködne arról, hogy saját erőből is sokat javíthatsz az életeden.
A könyv másik erőssége, hogy Owen őszintén beszél a saját életéről (hihetetlen az a katyvasz, amiből kimászott), emellett nem csinál úgy, mintha ő már túl lenne a fejlődésen, és a megvilágosultság hegycsúcsáról szónokolna a hallgatóságának. Olyan, mintha egy tanácsadásban alaposan képzett barátnő győzködne arról, hogy saját erőből is sokat javíthatsz az életeden.
September 8, 2021
This book was exactly what I needed. Andrea Owen has a way of building you up kindly while still being no-BS. She tells you to cut the crap but also that it's okay that you've been behaving how you were conditioned. And it's not all one massive gameplan to follow; she provides bite-size actions to take that aren't too daunting. This book made turning things around, allowing myself to use my voice, and getting where I want to be seem a lot more possible.
September 13, 2021
I have read plenty of self help books but this one was probably the most authentic one I’ve ever read. Andrea has a quick wit, fun style and compassionate way with her words. It’s like a “Girlfriend’s Guide to Women’s Empowerment”. She doesn’t just use client examples either. She gets vulnerable and shares from her own life, which really drives home the expertise she offers. It’s based on following her own wisdom and dusting herself off and doing the work too.
Highly recommend for any woman, at any age. I already bought one extra copy for a friend - I can think of a couple more that I’ll be buying for now that I’m done reading.
Helpful hint: try to have a journal nearby as you read. You’ll thank me later.
Highly recommend for any woman, at any age. I already bought one extra copy for a friend - I can think of a couple more that I’ll be buying for now that I’m done reading.
Helpful hint: try to have a journal nearby as you read. You’ll thank me later.
December 19, 2021
I wanted to really love this book and parts of it I did but other parts were a bit slow to me. I completely resonate and agree with Andrea's politics and point of view though. If you are looking to stop shrinking and be your full feminine self in spite of the patriarchy, you'll love this book.
June 21, 2024
Synopsis:
Historically, women have been told to put others and their dreams first, that they need to be quiet, good-looking, and cater to men. But what if there was more to life?
Andrea Owen is a well-known self-help coach and podcaster, who makes it her mission to equip women with the tools to challenge our thought patterns, recognise and combat our internalized misogyny and to help us reach the goal of who we want to be one decision at a time.
I am not a feminist but open-minded towards learning more about it, so even without having extensive knowledge about it, I could already relate to so many topics in the book that were - apparently - universal experiences for all women. it's clear that the writer not only incorporates her own struggles but has also done extensive research on feminism. She even educated herself on HAES and there was no fatphobic language in the book, which means this lady seriously knows what she is talking about.
What also impressed me was that Andrea Owen was honest about being a hypocrite and sometimes morally inconsistent, but that it made her human. I can deeply respect someone who is so self-reflective and sees her own flaws, because it makes her trustworthy, relatable and very likeable.
Even if implementing all the steps in the book seems unrealistic to me, I had one or two key takeaways that I am working on changing, such as speaking up when it comes to splitting household chores, or not being as self-conscious because I don't fit patriarchial beauty standards.
The only criticism I have is that the author came from a white, straight-sized point of view. While she did acknowledge that POC would have different experiences, the toolkit is the same for everyone.
Statistically speaking, it's easier for beautiful, straight-sized white women to get ahead in their careers, or to just be visible in general. I would raise the following points: how many fat Black women do you see in upper management positions? It's not due to a lack of trying that they're often overlooked/not promoted and it's not fair to put the burden of not succeeding in the same way as an old white man, on them.
Also: how many of us middle-aged fat women are just invisible in every aspect of life? The only alternative we have to becoming bitter and depressed is to approach life with a more positive outlook, yet it won't change the facts of life if society as a whole remains the same. Where do you draw the line between changing your thought patterns and self-gaslighting?
On the other hand I don't want to be overly critical either, because I acknowledge that the author's goal is to make life more bearable for her readers and for that I'm thankful.
To make a long story short, the workbook provided might not be as helpful to some people, as external factors might impact a woman's desire to liberate herself, and a failure to truly liberate oneself might result in self-blaming (which, to be fair, the author warns against as being unhelpful).
All in all, the reason why I think every woman should read this book is that it didn't feel condescending or blaming. I really felt like I was having a personal conversation with a supportive friend who knew what I needed (rather than wanted) to hear.
It's evident that the author comes from a place of compassion and the innate desire to improve her fellow women's lives. Reading the book is like speaking to a well-meaning friend who is simultaneously brutally honest and gentle with you and I suggest you pick it up right now.
Historically, women have been told to put others and their dreams first, that they need to be quiet, good-looking, and cater to men. But what if there was more to life?
Andrea Owen is a well-known self-help coach and podcaster, who makes it her mission to equip women with the tools to challenge our thought patterns, recognise and combat our internalized misogyny and to help us reach the goal of who we want to be one decision at a time.
I am not a feminist but open-minded towards learning more about it, so even without having extensive knowledge about it, I could already relate to so many topics in the book that were - apparently - universal experiences for all women. it's clear that the writer not only incorporates her own struggles but has also done extensive research on feminism. She even educated herself on HAES and there was no fatphobic language in the book, which means this lady seriously knows what she is talking about.
What also impressed me was that Andrea Owen was honest about being a hypocrite and sometimes morally inconsistent, but that it made her human. I can deeply respect someone who is so self-reflective and sees her own flaws, because it makes her trustworthy, relatable and very likeable.
Even if implementing all the steps in the book seems unrealistic to me, I had one or two key takeaways that I am working on changing, such as speaking up when it comes to splitting household chores, or not being as self-conscious because I don't fit patriarchial beauty standards.
The only criticism I have is that the author came from a white, straight-sized point of view. While she did acknowledge that POC would have different experiences, the toolkit is the same for everyone.
Statistically speaking, it's easier for beautiful, straight-sized white women to get ahead in their careers, or to just be visible in general. I would raise the following points: how many fat Black women do you see in upper management positions? It's not due to a lack of trying that they're often overlooked/not promoted and it's not fair to put the burden of not succeeding in the same way as an old white man, on them.
Also: how many of us middle-aged fat women are just invisible in every aspect of life? The only alternative we have to becoming bitter and depressed is to approach life with a more positive outlook, yet it won't change the facts of life if society as a whole remains the same. Where do you draw the line between changing your thought patterns and self-gaslighting?
On the other hand I don't want to be overly critical either, because I acknowledge that the author's goal is to make life more bearable for her readers and for that I'm thankful.
To make a long story short, the workbook provided might not be as helpful to some people, as external factors might impact a woman's desire to liberate herself, and a failure to truly liberate oneself might result in self-blaming (which, to be fair, the author warns against as being unhelpful).
All in all, the reason why I think every woman should read this book is that it didn't feel condescending or blaming. I really felt like I was having a personal conversation with a supportive friend who knew what I needed (rather than wanted) to hear.
It's evident that the author comes from a place of compassion and the innate desire to improve her fellow women's lives. Reading the book is like speaking to a well-meaning friend who is simultaneously brutally honest and gentle with you and I suggest you pick it up right now.
May 25, 2022
As a date coach one of the biggest things I coach women on is the way they feel about themselves. I refer them to this book every time. For me, I have always worked on letting go of control and Owen understands this dynamic and gives you strategies that work. The way she looks at aging as a women in this society made me feel like I will not shrink down and get quiet about things that matter. Fantastic book!
February 6, 2022
This book is excellent if you’re looking for the “how” in self help books. Far from a “10 steps to…” hollow guide, Andrea asks you to dive in with both feet and get to the root of why things may not be going the way you’d like in your life. Her lighthearted approach to difficult topics makes the material relatable. Another great book from a fantastic author!
December 13, 2021
I absolutely loved this book! It was so empowering and I walked away with SO MANY different questions to ask myself and journal on. Plus, the free guide Andrea created is amazing. I highly recommend every woman should read this book!
January 23, 2022
Really loved how REAL this book was - refreshing compared to many self-help books! Andrea is not afraid to spill on her hardest life moments and what can be learned. Definitely a book that delivers on the promise of the title/subtitle.
November 6, 2021
Highly recommend! Andrea's insights and wisdom have been pivotal in my healing journey.
November 26, 2021
Honest. Useful. Relatable. So very very relatable. A must read for any woman at any age.
March 12, 2023
I love her. She’s blunt with absolutely no BS. No matter what she’s going to say I know it’ll be worth my time to listen.
August 20, 2025
"You’re allowed to take up space. You’re allowed to want more. You’re allowed to be loud."
October 31, 2022
I really loved this book! Andrea is no bullshit and realistic when she writes. I resignated with so many things she wrote about and she gives guidance on how to do the hard work you need to do to make some noise.
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