Living Well, Spending Less: 12 Secrets of the Good Life
Written by Ruth Soukup
Narrated by Charity Spencer
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About this audiobook
In Search of the Good Life
Have you ever felt that your life--and budget--is spiraling out of control? Do you sometimes wish you could pull yourself together but wonder exactly how to manage all the scattered pieces of a chaotic life? Is it possible to find balance?
In a word, yes.
Ruth Soukup knows firsthand how stressful an unorganized life and budget can be. Through personal stories, biblical truth, and practical action plans, she will inspire you to make real and lasting changes to your personal goals, home, and finances. With honesty and the wisdom of someone who has been there, Ruth will help you:
* Discover your "sweet spot"--that place where your talents and abilities intersect.
* Take back your time and schedule by making simple shifts in your daily habits.
* Reduce stress in your home and family by clearing out the clutter.
* Stop busting your budget and learn to cut your grocery bill in half.
Who Needs This Book?
Living Well, Spending Less was written to bring hope and encouragement to every woman who currently feels overwhelmed or stressed with a life--and budget--that feels out of control. It speaks to the mom trying to juggle all the demands of a busy life with the pressure to keep up with those around her. It is a practical guide for those of us who often long to pull ourselves together but don't always know how. It is real, honest, packed with practical tips, and speaks to the heart of the matter--how can we live the life we've always wanted? Want to know if this book is for you?
* Do you ever find yourself comparing your life to those around you?
* Have you ever wished for the courage to follow your dreams?
* Do you ever struggle to stay organized or get things done?
* Have you ever felt loaded down with stuff you don't really need....or even really want?
* Do you ever struggle to keep your finances on track?
* Do you sometimes long for deeper, more authentic relationships in your life?
If the answer to any of these questions is YES, this book provides real and practical solutions from someone who has been there. Ruth doesn't just offer advice, she walks it with you, and shares with brutal honesty her own mistakes, failures, and shortcomings. It is encouraging, motivating, and life-changing.
What Others Are Saying:
"An incredible book that will teach you how to spend smart without compromising a great life. Ruth's stories and practical advice will make you want to be a better mother, wife, sister, and friend." --RACHEL CRUZE, coauthor with Dave Ramsey of Smart Money Smart Kids
"Ruth knows firsthand how mamas like us live crazy busy lives, and she steps in as a friend to help us manage and love every minute of it. She offers her best tips for gaining control over the chaos with wisdom-based insights on all things thrifty and family. I'll be reading it again and again!" --RENEE SWOPE, bestselling author of A Confident Heart
Ruth Soukup
New York Times bestselling author Ruth Soukup is dedicated to helping people break through fear and create a life they love. Through her top-ranked Do It Scared® podcast and her popular blog, Living Well Spending Less, she provides easy-to-follow guidance for following your dreams and reaching your goals. She is also the founder of the Living Well Planner® and Elite Blog Academy®, as well as the author of five bestselling books. Her practical advice has been featured all over, including in Women’s Day, Entrepreneur, Family Circle and Fox News. She lives in Florida with her husband Chuck and two daughters, Maggie and Annie.
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Reviews for Living Well, Spending Less
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- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5If looking for solutions to spend less money and have more space in your life this is the right book to read. It’s full of great tips and tricks (with a great Christian and biblical view, but also applicable for non believers ) and assignments to implement what you’ve read.
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- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5Fantastic book!! I enjoyed it very much.
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- Rating: 4 out of 5 stars4/5I’m sure that it must be a great read for people who are christians. It was too preachy for me but that doesn’t mean it’s a bad book either. Hopefully it helps people knowing whether it is for you or not.
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- Rating: 5 out of 5 stars5/5This book was amazing! Really enjoyed all the practical tips and tools Ruth arms you with! It’s one to read and re-read!
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- Rating: 2 out of 5 stars2/5I will give it a 2.5 stars, no more, as, it’s true what the other reviews say, she constantly quote scriptures and often it feels like a bible study or a preaching. I though I’ll have no problem with that as I am a Christian and I love being reminded scriptures but this is too much and it gets very unnerving. Eventually in the second half of the book, when she talks more about herself and quotes less Scriptures (it feels as she HAS to put them there) it gets better she even gives good tips and send you very often to her own site. Then she picks the Scriptures and the preaching again toward the end but I did get something out of it although not as much as I was hoping for.