Book Review: THE DANCE OF DECEPTION by Harriet Lerner

Book 7 of 2021: THE DANCE OF DECEPTION by @harriet_lerner. ⠀
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If you watch my stories, you know this book was “eh” for me. Especially coming off THE DANCE OF ANGER. ⠀
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Here’s the thing…there were chapters that struck a resounding chord with me (like 😳) and others that fell way flat. Such is the nature of this book, I think. Lots of breadth and not as much depth. And so my average feeling is somewhere in the middle. ⠀
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The overall premise of the book holds a lot of promise. I relate to it on a deep level. A DEEP level. That said, I found the delivery a bit disjointed. I wanted each chapter to build on the previous ones, but instead it was like a dozen mini books, each focusing on a different example of deception manifesting itself in our bodies and relationships. ⠀
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There were enough WOW moments for me to know this book will stick with me…which is ultimately what I desire. And I have no doubt other women would find their own WOW feelings in chapters that didn’t necessarily land with me. ⠀
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One of the biggest things I’m realizing in recent years is how much pretending I (was taught to) associate with being feminine; how much pride I’ve taken in my ability to play certain roles and keep people around me feeling elevated; how much I try to manipulate my body instead of letting it speak truth. TDOD further explored that reality, and going back through the parts I highlighted reminds me there were some powerful takeaways. I commented “wow” or “ME” or “explore more” a few handfuls of times. ⠀
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Despite the delivery, I recommend to all women on content alone. ⠀
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Overall rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️💫