When it comes to facing who we are inside, there is a reason most of us run from the task! It can get a lot worse before it gets better. It's as if we have an inner child who insists on being heard. Just ignoring him or her will only add to their frustration and then we can spin downward into a deeper spiral feeling misunderstood and isolated.
We need to face things head on, invite the child to speak, and work through what we find.
Quiet moments become the most frightening because at these times we have to face who we truly are inside.
We can be highly functioning leaders and human beings, yet have whole parts of us that are unhealthy and are holding us back from our full potential. I have realised that life is about a journey of facing truth and embarking on the road of healing. However, that healing road is rarely walked without an element of pain.
The Inside Story is my story of life and leadership and where I explore that somewhat perilous journey. I share openly and honestly about issues that lie deep within and ultimately need to surface for us to live boldly and freely. You will find yourself laughing and crying, sometimes at the same time, and relating to the words you read.
After all, my story is just everyone's story.
Industry Reviews
Pretending we are fine when we are battling with insecurity and brokenness can stop us enjoying life to the full. In The Inside Story Karen Wilson courageously shares how she wrestled with her inner child and discovered fresh joy and contentment. The book is packed with real-life stories and strategies that will 'allow the child within to speak and to express things that may have been locked away for a long, long time.'
ELAINE FRASER, AUTHOR: BEAUTIFUL: BEAUTY TIPS FOR THE SOUL
How brilliant. How down-to-earth is the title of this book, The Inside Story. For many years I have been looking for a godly role model for women in leadership. Karen is this for me. She displays godly traits and walks the talk. She is strong and yet feminine, sacrificial, inspiring and real. She can be strong to fight every spiritual battle and yet displays a soft and loving heart. She has literally transformed my leadership thinking and philosophy. I count it a privilege to be associated with Karen and I highly recommend this book to all women leaders. We are not alone out there! PASTOR PITEULIA FOO ASSOCIATE PASTOR OF ENJOY CHURCH, SINGAPORE
I have known and greatly admired Karen for 15+ years since I arrived in Western Australia. Karen is an inspiring leader and her passion for God and people is contagious! Karen is a warm, fun, transparent friend and I have greatly valued and benefitted from her influence in my own life. The Inside Story is a beautifully honest and open book about the journey of Karen's heart and her pursuit of God for healing and freedom.The journey inward is often referred to as the most courageous one of all. I believe this book will give many people the courage and determination to allow God to 'search their heart' so he can bring them into the fullness of all he has for them! -PASTOR SUE KEEHAN CO-SENIOR PASTOR/ FOUNDER GLOBALHEART CHURCH JOONDALUP PERTH, WA WOMEN'S DIRECTOR FOR AUSTRALIAN CHRISTIAN CHURCHES