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May 11, 2011 by Spreading Joy

Permission to Speak Freely – Anne Jackson

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Permission to speak freely by Anne Jackson is an awesome book that talks about how we let our fears stop us from speaking freely about anything.  Freely speaking on our thoughts and fears about church, relationships, addictions, depression, family etc.  Her single statement “Fear Won” caught my heart.  Fear wins out so often over so many things in so many of our lives.  This book reminds us that we may never be completely free of fear, but that we can live a courageous life, speaking freely about the issues we have faced or are facing.

 

Many people struggle with depression and seasons of depression, wondering why they still fight it or are fearful of what others will think about them taking antidepressants etc.  She sums it up nicely when talking about seasons of depression saying  “feelings of insecurity and worthlessness is a chain I may never be able to break.”

 

She generously gives the gift of courage by stepping out and speaking out about her addictions, abuse and fear of talking freely about them.   She says “something in us begins to come alive in us when we see people overcome fear.” We draw courage from others who, regardless of fear, stand up and speak up.

 

Sometimes our fears of living our dreams keep up from even taking the first step.  Anne puts it this way “Their hearts are fighting for their dreams, yet fear claws away at their spirits, telling them their dreams are impossible.”   Sometimes it doesn’t take much more than a single twinge of fear to hold us back.

 

This book is very uplifting and encouraging.  Whether you are fighting seasons of depression, feelings of worthlessness, or anything else that grips your heart in fear, Permission to Speak Freely is sure to encourage you and maybe you’ll find the gift of going 2nd is something you can give to others by sharing your story.

One of my favorite quotes by Anne:

I had now seen the redemption and freedom that occurs when the darkness is forced into the light, disguised as awkwardly spoken words

 

The audio book is read by Anne Jackson, the author.  I feel that we could actually feel more of what she was feeling as she recounts some of what was going through her mind and heart while she was retelling her story.  Very well done.

 

I’d like to thank Christian Audio for the complimentary copy of this book through their Reviewers’ program.  Follow Christian Audio on Twitter here. Check their site each month for a free audio book download.  Good stuff there!

               

 

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    mcprodigal says

    May 11, 2011 at 7:45 pm

    It’s good to see your take on this unusual book. I read it (listened to the audiobook) a few months ago and loved it. I had a hard time putting my finger on what it was that I like so much.

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    Maria says

    May 12, 2011 at 10:33 am

    This book sounds really interesting. glad it’s in audio. was thinking rats, it won’t be in audio then it was cool. will be checking this out.

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    Marie says

    May 13, 2011 at 8:55 am

    @maria I’m so happy that you are able to enjoy this book in audio format. Like i was telling you on twitter – christian audio has free books each month and they have a free section there on their site. If it would be easier for you, I can send you a link, just let me know.

    @mcProdigal – i actually went back to your review of it…10 months or so ago. amazing. The fact that she just deals with real fear, the inability to speak out about issues that we all face without being reprimanded, and her raw honesty is what intrigued me. and then when she mentioned “the darkness” – I was blown away.

    I just have to keep the darkness forced into the light – keeping fears at a minimum.

    thanks guys for commenting. you encourage me! @Maria, I’d love to know your thoughts on it after you’ve finished listening to it.

    {{HUGS}} yall
    @spreadingJOY

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