Tricia Goyer - The Grumble-Free Year: Twelve Months, Eleven Family Members, and One Impossible Goal

Nuggets of wisdom, truth, and a whole lot of real life had me nodding my head and recognizing my own family in The Grumble-Free Year. This book is filled with astute observations of what is really behind our grumbling and complaining, and how we can encourage and lead our families to a more grateful Christ-filled life, starting with our own hearts and mouths.

Amy Roberts, author, blogger, speaker, and podcaster

The Grumble-Free Year is about becoming more than just grateful. Its about learning how to see beyond the words to uncover what is really happening in the heart of our children and, equally important, ourselves. With humility and authenticity, Tricia Goyer invites us into her home to learn how to live grumble free and paints a beautiful picture of the transformation process the evolves through a steadfast commitment, even with a few detours along the way.

Elisa Pulliam, life coach and founder of MoretoBe.com

When I read the title of this book, I immediately thought, Im out! But then I realized that if anyone could coach me and my family to develop a deeper heart of gratitude and unity (without guilt or shame), its Tricia. While Id never refer to this book as a manual, it offers a beautiful mix of practicality, scripture, and personal stories to encourage anyone up for the challenge!

Sami Cone, blogger, professor, and author of Raising Uncommon Kids

Ive never thought much about grumbling, nor invested much energy in an alternative approach to the daily frustrations that underlie the habit. That is, until Tricia Goyer splayed out her own challenge with grumbling in these pages. Now Im both noticing my mumbling, bumbling grumblings and Im learning to back up and start again in a more positive direction. Thanks Triciaand all you brave Goyers!

Elisa Morgan, president emerita of MOPS International, cohost of Discover the Word, speaker, and author of Hello, Beauty Full and The Prayer Coin

When Tricia talks, I listen. Thats because whatever she writes about, she has intimately lived. But instead of presenting as a perfect expert, Tricia pulls up a chair beside you as another woman facing the same battles. The Grumble-Free Year is a guide that gives you practical ways to develop a practice of gratitude and to foster respect in relationships. You will feel understood, challenged, and empowered to live a grumble free lifestyle.

Sarah Bragg, host of the podcasts Surviving Sarah and Raising Boys & Girls

Weve become accustomed to airing our grievances and gripes privately and publicly. We receive instant rewards for grumbling with likes on our Facebook posts, or with an Amen, sister! from the person next to us. No wonder weve forgotten how grievous griping is. In The Grumble-Free Year, Tricia Goyer reminds moms and dads that grumbling isnt liked or Amened by God. Uh-oh. As a mom who gripes herself, Ive lost sight of this and struggle to help my children curb their complaining. But after reading Tricias insights, Ive finally learned how to live with God-honoring gratitude and how to model it for my kids. Families of all sizes and stages will benefit from The Grumble-Free Year for its authentic experiences and practical tips that are heart-savers and home-changers.

Tracy Steel, speaker, author of A Redesigned Life, and mama of two really cute grumblers

Motherhood can be hard and beautiful at the same time, filled with moments of wonder and worry, joy and heartache. But if were not careful, grumbling can fill our hearts and pour out of our mouths in a heartbeat. In her new book The Grumble-Free Year, author Tricia Goyer shares her step-by-step journey as she learns to live and teach her children the best way to live a grumble free life. Filled with humbling challenges, teaching moments, and biblical truth, Tricia takes us on an honest and imperfect but ultimately life-changing journey. Developing a heart of thankfulness takes time, so let Tricia share her practical steps and solid Scripture-based concepts that will beautifully guide you as you endeavor to live life grumble free!

Kate Battistelli, author of The God Dare and Growing Great Kids

Tricia has written a book every family can relate to and learn from in The Grumble-Free Year. As well as sharing her familys real-life struggles and successes in their attempt to eliminate grumbling, Tricia offers practical tips and tools for the reader to apply in his or her own home. Most of all, I love the why behind it allto honor the Lord and find gratitude in the every day. I am leaving this book both encouraged and challenged in a wonderful way!

Erin Mohring, cofounder of Million Praying Moms and blogger at www.homewiththeboys.net

Sometimes we just need someone to go first. Thats what Tricia and her family did. Now we get to follow in their footsteps and take the challenge ourselves in order to grow an attitude of gratitude in very unique way!

Jill Savage, author of No More Perfect Kids

Practicing gratitude is definitely a hallmark of mental health. Tricia Goyer and her familys decision to avoid whining and focus on positivity is a delightful read that can inspire all of us to dwell on a positive approach to life which decreases long-term anxiety and depression and increases lives filled joy and peace.

Michelle Nietert, MA, LPC-S and clinical director of Community Counseling Associates

In The Grumble-Free Year, Tricia offers us a very real glimpse into her very real familys journey to a more peace-filled and encouraging home. I love that she doesnt give us a ten-step plan but rather shares with us the lessons they learned and the failures they experienced along the way. Full of biblical truth, relatable stories, and practical applications, if youve ever wished for less grumbling in your home, The Grumble-Free Year is for you!

Teri Lynne Underwood, author of Praying for Girls

I appreciate Goyers perspective on parenting because she understands the challenges facing families with difficult circumstances, so when she shares her experiences, I lean a little closer and pay attention. Shes humbly shown us her journey through a grumble-free year, what worked as well as what didnt, and we can learn as much from her failures as her successes. Several times throughout the book I scrawled RELATABLE in the margins. I started the book thinking, My crew cant go ONE DAY without grumbling, and by the end I felt equipped to try. Strap in, kids, were doing this.

Melanie Dale, author of Women Are Scary, Its Not Fair, and Infreakinfertility

On the wall of our home is a six-foot wooden sign, Thou shalt not whine We are standing shoulder to shoulder with Tricia, her family, and the thousands of parents and children who want toand need toattempt this high calling of a grumble-free year! Philippians 2:14 challenges all to do everything without grumbling and God bless Tricia for showing us all how!

Pam Farrel, bestselling author of The 10 Best Decisions a Parent Can Make and Men Are Like Waffles, Women Are Like Spaghetti

I need this book. Its all-too-easy to allow complaints and resentmentsbig and smallto fill my heart, mind, and lips. In The Grumble-Free Year, Tricia shares her plan, process, and the gradual results of pursuing a grumble-free existence alongside her family. As you read Tricias words youll receive godly wisdom as well as inspiration and motivation to start your own grumble-free path.

Katie Orr, creator of the FOCUSed15 Bible Study series and author of Secrets of the Happy Soul