Didn’t See It Coming: Summary Review
This is a summary review of Didn't See It Coming containing key details about the book.
What is Didn't See It Coming About?
"Didn't See It Coming: Overcoming the Seven Greatest Challenges That No One Expects and Everyone Experiences" is a book written by Carey Nieuwhof, a leadership expert and pastor.
In Didn't See It Coming the author wants to help you avoid and overcome life's seven hardest and most crippling challenges: cynicism, compromise, disconnectedness, irrelevance, pride, burnout, and emptiness. These are challenges that few of us expect but that we all experience at some point. If you have yet to confront these obstacles, the author provides clear tools and guidelines for anticipation and avoidance.
Summary Points & Takeaways from Didn't See It Coming
Some key summary points and takeaways from the book include:
* The author argues that there are seven common challenges that people often face in life, but that are rarely anticipated, including disappointment, transition, burnout, reinvention, crisis, deconstruction, and uncertainty.
* He provides practical and actionable advice for overcoming these challenges and thriving in the face of adversity.
* Nieuwhof emphasizes the importance of having a strong support system, including friends, mentors, and community, and provides strategies for building and maintaining healthy relationships.
* He also discusses the role of self-care, including taking care of one's physical and emotional well-being, in overcoming challenges and maintaining resilience.
* The book also includes insights and reflections on the role of faith and spirituality in overcoming life's challenges, and provides guidance for cultivating a deeper sense of meaning and purpose.
* The author also addresses the challenges of change and transition, and provides strategies for adapting to new situations and experiences.
* Overall, "Didn't See It Coming" is a practical and inspiring guide for anyone looking to navigate life's challenges and thrive in the face of adversity.
Who is the author of Didn't See It Coming?
Carey Nieuwhof is a former lawyer and the founding pastor of Connexus Church in Barrie, Ontario, one of the most influential churches in North America. He is a much sought after conference speaker, podcaster, and thought leader.
Book details
- Print length: 224 pages
- Genre: Leadership, Christian, Nonfiction
What are the chapters in Didn't See It Coming?
Chapter 1. Find Me a Happy Lawyer
Chapter 2. Kicking Cynicism in the Teeth
Chapter 3. Successful (on the Outside)
Chapter 4. Taking Your Soul off the Market
Chapter 5. Is Anyone Out There?
Chapter 6. Ditching Your Phone Won't Help
Chapter 7. Change Never Asks Permission
Chapter 8. Craving Different
Chapter 9. It's Not Just the Narcissists
Chapter 10. Habits of the Humble
Chapter 11. Like Falling off a Cliff
Chapter 12. Your New Normal
Chapter 13. When All Your Dreams Come True
Chapter 14. My Kingdom Come?
What is a good quote from Didn't See It Coming?
Top Quote: “If you listen longer than most people listen, you’ll hear things most people never hear.” (Meaning) - Didn't See It Coming Quotes, Carey Nieuwhof
What do critics say?
Here's what one of the prominent reviewers had to say about the book: “Carey isn’t just a great lawyer; he’s a wise friend. This is a practical book about navigating your life. With clarity and authenticity, Carey reminds us it usually isn’t the destination that’s the problem. It’s the distractions along the way that will get us off course.” — Bob Goff, author of New York Times bestsellers Love Does and Everybody, Always
* The editor of this summary review made every effort to maintain information accuracy, including any published quotes, chapters, or takeaways. If you're interested in enhancing your personal growth, I suggest checking out my list of favorite self-development books. These books have been instrumental in my own personal development and I'm confident they can help you too.
Chief Editor
Tal Gur is an author, founder, and impact-driven entrepreneur at heart. After trading his daily grind for a life of his own daring design, he spent a decade pursuing 100 major life goals around the globe. His journey and most recent book, The Art of Fully Living, has led him to found Elevate Society.
