About the Book
From health diagnoses to horrible bosses, there is no shortage of hard times and hot messes. Life will inevitably throw you some challenging situations. But don't quit just yet. You can probably still squeeze some good times out of this!
Making Lemonade is an antidote to an existential crisis. This humorous and slightly irreverent self-development guide holds relatable personal stories with practical pathways to managing the lemons that get pelted our way. Walking us through a journey from self-discovery to questioning existence, we will find ways to reconnect with ourselves, other people, and this absurd world we live in to gain insight into our personal purpose.
This book comes with a free downloadable workbook that will take you through the exercises in the book. Scribble your notes and draw whatever you like through it, just take some time for yourself!
The book is in three sections:
Understanding Yourself
We've all done a personality test, there's no need to rehash that, but if we look a little differently at ourselves and our life, we can identify some areas that are working, things to work on, and reconnect with who we really are.
Journey through examining PREFERENCES, PRIORITIES and PATTERNS to consider all the elements of what makes you, you. Regularly checking our mental health, and embracing personal responsibility, our awareness draws us nearer to our truest selves. Which is surely a good place to live from?
Connecting with Others
Humans are a deep mystery. People's choices and behaviours can be infuriating one minute and beautiful the next. Taking the time to consider our place with other people can open up new avenues for fulfilling connections with our close contacts, and even people we pass by day to day. We look at how humans are relating to one another in this modern world, and how to ANCHOR our connections - Acceptance, Non-Judgment, Compassion, Honesty, Openness, Relationship for a broader, empathetic view of how we fit into the tribe, avoid letting those human quirks bother us as much, and foster closeness with loved ones. Rediscovering authentic connection is totally in fashion.
The Absurdity of Life
It's a complex beast to navigate, and nobody really knows why the hell we are here. Looking at the foundations of our existence and the modern challenges we face can give some insights into how the systems and culture of western society impact our lives. Looking beyond what's just in front of us to a bigger picture is a healthy way to gain insight into the context of life and find our own place in the maze. Discover what parts of this crazy world really resonate with you in the MEANING MATRIX and remember the universal truths we all share in this human experience.
Without trying to sound to like a buddhist monk, there is suffering in this existence, but we can find ways to survive, and maybe even thrive through it...Live, Laugh, Lobotomy as they say!
Review :
An utterly refreshing, nourishing, and uplifting read for anyone in search of clarity, connection and creativity in work and life. In a wildly unconventional style Jade is unafraid to share her story, her battle scars, and her hard-won secrets for living a life on purpose. We're all better for it! 5 stars!
Mykel Dixon
Award-Winning Speaker, Experience Designer and Author of Everyday Creative
Written with humour and filled with practical advice, Making Lemonade had me hooked from the first page. Jade Miller demonstrates how, when life throws buckets of lemons, we gain insight into what is most important, so we start to live the life we truly want. Don't be wandering through life wallowing in the challenging circumstances! This is the book for you. Grab your copy today.
Mel Kettle, Leadership Communication Specialist, and best-selling author of Fully Connected
"There aren't many books that make you smile and nod in agreement from the first page, but this does. In this book Jade Miller shares her wonderful insights, quirky sense of humour and creative activities that encourage you gently, kindly and compassionately to use all the magnificent lemons we get given, to help us make better sense of the absurdities we call life. No one is perfect, thank goodness. We are all unique, fallible and prone to stuffing things up in spectacular fashion. Jade reminds us, this is OK. It doesn't matter one jot what diagnosis you have been given or have given yourself. What really matters is working out what your preferences and strengths are so you can use them wisely, your priorities to avoid getting sucked down the plughole of life's complexities and your thinking patterns that can set you up to believe everything is S.H.I.T when in reality it's merely another asteroid belt of big juicy lemons that will make the best tasting lemonade ever."
Dr Jenny Brockis
Lifestyle Medicine Physician, Workplace Health and Wellbeing Consultant, bestselling author and award-winning speaker.
"Jade's way of talking is funny and light, but when she gets deep, it's like a switch flips. She makes you think and gives you things to do that really hit you in the feels. And her drawings are the icing on the cake, making the whole journey into Jade's world both smart and smile-worthy."
Rauhena Chase, Founder Rauhena Chase Commercial Real Estate
"The juice is always worth the squeeze, but how do you squeeze it in a way that feels just right for you? In Making Lemonade, Jade's personal anecdotes, experiences, and ideas will keep you engaged and uplifted, as she guides you on a journey of pragmatic self-discovery and growth. She keeps it real and so accessible, you'll be thirsty for more!"
Leanne Hughes, Author: The 2-Hour Workshop Blueprint, Keynote Speaker and Consultant
"Making Lemonade is honest and vulnerable and reads like you're hanging out with a great friend. The real perspective and honesty that Jade shares in this book is so refreshing. She doesn't hold back in sharing her challenges which makes it so relatable and there are tangible, actionable steps to help you turn what life throws you into lemonade!"
Deanne Gagnon, Podcast host - Workplaces that Work
"This is raw and honest and a real gem to read. I congratulate the author for sharing her experiences to help others. Very enjoyable and some interesting insights into the neuro spicy world."
Theresa Davies - HR Consultant
