In The Press

“The strongest people in the world are women. It’s our superpower. But we’ve been programmed to see ourselves as anything but. In The Woman’s Book of Strength, Sue Patton Thoele doles out gentle daily doses of the medicine we need to meet ourselves, find ourselves, love ourselves, and encourage ourselves to grow into our innate feminine fullness. This is a superb deep soul writing and journaling companion.”
—Janet Conner, author of Writing Down Your Soul, Soul Vows, Find Your Soul’s Purpose and many more

“The Woman’s Book of Strength is like having a close friend and capable therapist at the ready, any time of day! This book is chock-full of thought-provoking quotes, meditations, helpful questions, encouragements, and simple practices to help readers access more courage, compassion, connection, and comfort. Think of any topic that supports us, stumps us, or brings us sorrow, and Sue Patton Thoele has addressed it in this wise and wonderful tome. Woven in throughout this book are her light-hearted, yet vulnerable, personal anecdotes that hold us in the warmth of ‘you are not alone.’ Want to feel more empowered and uplifted? This book is for you. Need cheering along the way? Sue Thoele is there for you!”
—Sherry Richert Belul, founder of Simply Celebrate and author of Say It Now

“This work IS the voice of a good friend reminding you of your deepest strength, your great capacity, and giving you the grace and permission to be present to the world as your truest self, without apology. Sue Thoele’s lifetime commitment to women speaking up for themselves is an invitation to authenticity, living with intention and without regret. In this book, she becomes your advocate for living a magnificent, strong, rewarding life. Let her inspire you!”
—Mary Anne Radmacher, author of
COURAGE DOESN’T ALWAYS ROAR

“In her lovely new book of meditations, Sue Patton Thoele urges women to ‘use our gentle yet forceful power.’ Heartbroken by the continuing rash of school shootings, Thoele gathers energy for a well of deep emotion, crafting a book for all ages. In beautifully written essays, each followed by action steps, her insights and suggestions guide readers to wake up to their inherent strength, wisdom, and compassion. Thoele aims to help ‘women courageously claim and act from their inherent strength and gentle power.’ The gorgeous result meets and exceeds her important goal.”
—Nita Sweeney, award-winning author of Depression Hate a Moving Target

“Women of all ages will benefit from The Woman’s Book of Strength. Its powerful message of women’s inherent strength, wisdom, and grace is encouraging and exciting. Each inspiring meditation is an affirmation, a comforting guide reminding us to participate fully, to embrace our brave heart and daring spirit, and to share our gifts with others.”
—Judy Ford, LICSW, author of Wonderful Ways to Love a Child

“Sue Thoele’s book was just what I needed at this time. I found myself taking copious notes about her musings to utilize in my own life. The book is kind, gentle, and authentically from her heart. Among her many suggestions was HUG: Honor where you are, Utilize help that’s available, and be Gentle with yourself. What can be simpler yet more to the point? And her reference to her ‘holies’ touched me deeply. We do all have them and to honor them, as she does, serves as a wonderful reminder to every reader to take notice. This book will change you and strengthen your hope in yourself and the world we inhabit.”
—Karen Casey, author of Each Day a New Beginning

“Sue Patton Thoele captured my attention and my heart on the very first page of her book The Woman’s Book of Strength: Meditations for Wisdom, Balance & Power when she wrote ‘When we are connected to our essence, women can create magic.’ I believe it, and I also know that our essence often becomes clouded by fear, self-doubt, and other obstacles that separate us from ourselves. Patton Thoele’s book is the antidote to that kind of separation. Thanks to Patton Thoele’s gentle wisdom, guidance, and meditations —which are found throughout The Woman's Book of Strength —we can find our way back to our essence, our strength, and to ourselves to live in that space of authenticity where our hearts and our heads are integrated. The Woman's Book of Strength is a wise, powerful, encouraging book and with her writing, Patton Thoele reminds us we are too.”
—Polly Campbell, author of You Recharged: How to Beat Fatigue (Mostly) Amp Up Your Energy (Usually) and Enjoy Life Again (Always) and host of the Polly Campbell, Simply Said podcast

"This book is a powerful guide to fearless living. Sue Patton Thoele teaches women how to honor, embrace, and claim their personal strength and inner wisdom.”
—HeatherAsh Amara, author of Warrior Goddess Training