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Reviewed by Jamie Michele for Readers' Favorite
Root-to-Rise by Chandra Lynn discusses how her childhood shaped the life framework she later organized into the Root-to-Rise system. She then goes on to talk about her moves across states and work in multiple industries, followed by her observations about how her habits influenced decisions in every single aspect of life. She teaches readers about the Taproot, which she applies as an anchor built from values, long-term aims, and identified human needs, then shows how tools such as the Emotional Triad and Energy Arrows support the examination of beliefs and patterns across daily life. Her method leans into multiple spaces, from handling transitions and stress to confidence and intimacy, and she gives several examples and structured practices that help readers align with the foundations of the framework.
Chandra Lynn’s Root-to-Rise: How to Love Life is a wonderfully practical approach to nurturing balance and love in our everyday lives, doing so with a unique metaphor that frames well-being as a living system rooted in all aspects of self-care. I found Lynn's clear guidance on establishing routines to be particularly beneficial to me, given that my daily life often feels like a whirlwind. I think readers will really be able to apply much of what she recommends, and integrate practices like yoga, meditation, and movement, all of which support a grounded foundation for intentional living. The writing style is simple, straightforward, and comfortable to follow, with it all coming together cohesively with models like Lynn’s Root-to-Rise Map. Overall, this is a fantastic guide. Very highly recommended.
