I received a copy of Downward Dog, Upward Fog in exchange for an honest review.
Summary:
Lorna Crawford has a great boyfriend, longtime friends, and a well-paying job as special-events coordinator at a premium ice-cream manufacturer. But, out of sorts and filled with self-doubt, the 33 year old soon realizes that what she really wants is to stay on the spiritual path she keeps diving off of. Lorna jump-starts her efforts at a silent yoga retreat. But after returning from the mountain, she quickly loses her connection in the face of scheming coworkers, judgmental girlfriends, and, especially, her overly critical mother. Lorna also wrestles over her future with her boyfriend, a hot guy who takes her to the hottest places, but who can’t discern a meditation cushion from a toad stool. Reading spiritual books and visiting a channeler and energy healer move Lorna forward, but her confusion remains. Lorna’s seeking is put to the ultimate test when personal tragedy strikes. Will she come to truly understand that living spiritually has little to do with how you pretzel yourself on the yoga mat (although she gets plenty good at that), and everything to do with embracing the twists in everyday life?
My Review:
Lorna was a great character that I easily connected with. She was someone who could easily sit back and think she had it all, but she was searching for more, and it wasn’t just a man or a job that she was wanting – it was even more than that. I thought this book was very uplifting and motivational. I am also a big yoga fan, and I loved reading about the silent yoga retreat Lorna goes on. I think this is one to check out!
[Rating: 4]
