Untamed by Glennon Doyle raises many values for readers to decide their stance on. Throughout the book Doyle speaks on her own life experiences and the lessons she has learned through them. By analyzing Glennon Doyle’s beliefs in comparison to one’s own experiences the flaws can be seen. In the quote “Destruction is essential to construction. If we want to build the new we must be willing to let the old burn. We must be committed to holding on to nothing but the truth. We must decide that if the truth inside us can burn a belief, a family structure, a business, a religion, an industry - it should have become ashes yesterday.” the belief that if something could destroy a relationship as monumental as faith or family than it should have already been left behind is not one that can be related to by the majority of readers. This belief could be related to by many readers if they separate their goals from the accomplishments of Glennon Doyle, and if they keep in mind the consequences of the risks associated with “burning the old.” All over the world people are forced into relationships, religions, or industries that may not have …show more content…
If reader’s were to use Doyle’s philosophy in reference to a toxic romantic or platonic relationship they may be able to leave that situation and find a way to better themselves as well as the people they surround themselves with. It is important to acknowledge one’s flaws, and to learn and grow from them. Using Glennon Doyle’s idea of burning the past to make way for the new, readers can reflect on their true beliefs. While I do not believe that Doyle’s ideal should be used by everyone for all situations, I feel it important to note that for some this perspective can work, and by not comparing it to Doyle’s life and accomplishments many more readers can relate to Glennon Doyle’s