Over It, Kelsey Grimm
Over It, Kelsey Grimm
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Over It
Forgetting Who You're Expected to Be and Becoming Who You Already Are

Author: Kelsey Grimm

Narrator: Kelsey Grimm

Unabridged: 5 hr 54 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Worthy Books

Published: 09/21/2021


Synopsis

A beloved musician shares her heart-wrenching story about how an abusive relationship helped her realize the importance of gaining freedom, letting go of expectations, and embracing the beautiful reality of who you already are.
 Unspoken expectations surround us. In culture, in the church, and in general. If they weren't pushed on you as a child, you're now scrolling through them as an adult. You should look like this, talk like that, dress like them. Own a house that looks like Joanna Gaines just decorated. Be as fit as your favorite Instagram mom, who somehow works out on her Peloton while balancing a newborn on one hip and her side hustle on the other. And, by the way, are you really in counseling this early in your marriage? The expectations surrounding us, particularly women, are ridiculous. What if we didn't try to fulfill them and instead started believing the promises Jesus fulfilled? What if we didn't cave to the expectation to look and behave how people want us to, and started looking at ourselves the way God sees us? What if we didn't do everything the way we've always been told it has to be done, and started walking in bold, audacious faith? In Over It, Kelsey Taylor Grimm doesn't show her best and hide the rest. Through the transparent telling of her own story, from an extensive, sexually and emotionally abusive relationship, to her ascension in the music industry, she invites you into her living room to talk through the ridiculous expectations of who you're supposed to be, and encourages the reader to embrace the beautiful realities of who you already are. 

Reviews

Goodreads review by Cover Lover on November 26, 2021

Oh my. This book is not only entertaining, but also powerful. And that power is presented in a humble, candid, conversational narration in which the author comes across as a friend. I loved this book the moment I read the introduction. There’s nothing pretentious, haughty, or ‘preachy’ about it…just......more

Goodreads review by Andrew on August 29, 2021

In Over It, Kelsey Grimm is determined to help readers to overcome their expectations that are holding them back from living their lives. Many people are dragged down by feeling they aren’t enough and they broke down by their pasts. She explained how she is over it and she described how she was able......more

Goodreads review by Bogens Liv on January 05, 2023

Thanks to NetGalley and Worthy Publishing for the review copy! "Over It - Forgetting Who You're Expected to Be and Becoming Who You Already Are" by Kelsey Grimm is a book about life. Sometimes, life can feel overwhelming and difficult, but this book is here to help you figure everything out. The auth......more

Goodreads review by Reads By Rachael on October 16, 2021

Thank you to Hachette Audio for providing me with an audiobook copy of Over It in exchange for my honest review. I was initially interested in this memoir due to the beautiful cover and great description. I did not know of the author before hitting play, and I did not know what to expect. As a fello......more

Goodreads review by Jessica on March 20, 2022

Absolutely love this book. She spoke with such real and raw truth from her experience. Felt truly relatable with my trauma. Definitely a book I’d recommend to friends. Only thing I didn’t like was her last chapter, it felt a bit out a place with the rest of the book and that was a hummer for me. But......more


Quotes

In a world that sends an ‘unspoken message of perfection’ Kelsey’s sweet spirit and willingness to share her vulnerable story of shame and self-discovery is a breath of fresh air.  I’ll take an authentic read of personal experience, hard work & triumph any day of the week!
 —Heather Land - Comedian, Author & Recording Artist

To me, this is more than a book.  It’s words out of my own mouth!  Even with our differences, we feel the same systematic pressure.  I cried and laughed all in the same chapter.  The message of this book is a must hear!
 —Cara Clark - Nutritionist, Author & TV Personality

I’m a fan!  Anyone brave enough to get this honest & real is a force to be reckoned with.  For all of us who need a shot of courage, truth & grace - this book is a must.  Well done Kelsey!
 —Grace Valentine - Author, Podcast Host & Speaker

It takes courage and kindness to look back on the things that broke us. Kelsey’s story is a reminder that every fragment of our life matters and can be reconciled.
 —Moriah Smallbone - Recording Artist, Producer & Podcast Creator

I relate to this message on such a deep level.  In this book, Kelsey breaks loose the shackles of expectations that many of us women carry every day.  We have been taught to prove ourselves and strive for acceptance.  But along with Kelsey, I’m OVER IT.
 —Madison Prewett - Author, Speaker & TV Personality