The Grumble-Free Year
Twelve Months, Eleven Family Members, and One Impossible Goal
- Marriage, Family & Relationships
- Publisher: Nelson Books (Thomas Nelson)
- Published: 2019
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Publisher's Description
USA Today bestselling author Tricia Goyer and her family of eleven embark on a yearlong quest to eliminate grumbling from their home and discover a healthier, more thankful approach to life together. The Goyer home--with two parents, eight kids, and one eighty-eight-year-old grandmother with dementia--is never without noise, mess, activity, and, often, complaining. And it's not just the kids grumbling. After adding seven children in less than six years through adoption, the Goyer family decided to move out of survival-mode and into unity- and growth-mode. They decided to tackle the impossible: a grumble-free year. With grade-schoolers, teenagers, and a grandmother who believes children should be seen and not heard, plenty of room exists for flunking the challenge. Add to that seven children being homeschooled together in close quarters, and what could possibly go awry? In The Grumble-Free Year, the Goyers invite readers into their journey as they go complaint-free and discover what it looks like to develop hearts of gratitude. They share their plans, successes, failures, and all the lessons they learn along the way, offering real-life action steps based in scripture so that readers get not just a front-row seat to the action but also an opportunity to take the challenge themselves and uncover hearts that are truly thankful. X
Endorsements (15)
“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.”
“The Grumble-Free Year is about becoming more than just grateful. It’s 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.”
“When I read the title of this book, I immediately thought, I’m 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), it’s Tricia. While I’d 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!”
“I’ve 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 I’m both noticing my mumbling, bumbling grumblings and I’m learning to back up and start again in a more positive direction. Thanks Tricia—and all you brave Goyers!”
“When Tricia talks, I listen. That’s 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.”
“We’ve 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 we’ve forgotten how grievous griping is. In The Grumble-Free Year, Tricia Goyer reminds moms and dads that grumbling isn’t ‘liked’ or ‘Amened’ by God. Uh-oh. As a mom who gripes herself, I’ve lost sight of this and struggle to help my children curb their complaining. But after reading Tricia’s insights, I’ve 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.”
“Motherhood can be hard and beautiful at the same time, filled with moments of wonder and worry, joy and heartache. But if we’re 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!”
“Tricia has written a book every family can relate to and learn from in The Grumble-Free Year. As well as sharing her family’s 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 all—to honor the Lord and find gratitude in the every day. I am leaving this book both encouraged and challenged in a wonderful way!”
“Sometimes we just need someone to go first. That’s 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!”
“Practicing gratitude is definitely a hallmark of mental health. Tricia Goyer and her family’s 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.”
“In The Grumble-Free Year, Tricia offers us a very real glimpse into her very real family’s journey to a more peace-filled and encouraging home. I love that she doesn’t 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 you’ve ever wished for less grumbling in your home, The Grumble-Free Year is for you!”
“I appreciate Goyer’s 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. She’s humbly shown us her journey through a ‘grumble-free year,’ what worked as well as what didn’t, 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 can’t go ONE DAY without grumbling, and by the end I felt equipped to try. Strap in, kids, we’re doing this.”
“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 to—and need to—attempt 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!”
“I need this book. It’s all-too-easy to allow complaints and resentments—big and small—to 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 Tricia’s words you’ll receive godly wisdom as well as inspiration and motivation to start your own grumble-free path.”
“In some ways, grumbling is our native language as fallen people. But in The Grumble-Free Year, Tricia Goyer helps us learn a different language and a different way of living—and I for one am grateful! Every recovering grumbler needs this book.”
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