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Own It

By: Diane von Furstenberg
Narrated by: Diane von Furstenberg
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Own It is a must-have survival guide that you can come back to time and again for immediate inspiration from the heart and soul of the trailblazing business leader and creative genius that is DVF!” (Whitney Wolfe Herd, CEO and founder of Bumble)

"Many books describe paths to success, but only Own It helps us to find our own. My friend Diane von Furstenberg gives us the biggest gift: faith in our uniqueness." (Gloria Steinem, writer, activist, and feminist organizer)

​Diane von Furstenberg, entrepreneur and philanthropist, presents her words to live by.

In an easy-to-navigate A-Z dictionary format, designed to be browsed or listened to as a whole, Own It offers listeners Diane’s well-earned wisdom for enjoying both personal and professional growth at any age.

The words included in this book are ones that have been key to DVF attaining self-awareness and realization, the fuel for all her accomplishments personally and professionally. Own It is an A-Z dictionary of life-enhancing vocabulary that is the basis of her accessible and empowering philosophy. It is a true manifesto, a compilation of words that together will empower you to attain the satisfaction and serenity you have always wanted.

"The secret of life,” DVF says, is to “Own our imperfections. Own our vulnerability; it becomes our strength. Whatever the challenge is, own it. Owning it is the first step to everything.”  

©2021 Diane von Fürstenberg (P)2022 Audible, Inc.

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Really enjoyed this!

I really enjoyed this book and enjoyed Diane narrating this and it felt like having an older female friend or family member sitting you down and telling you about the ABC's of life. I really enjoyed the little tidbits of her life and experiences that she included in this book.

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Soothing. simple with high impact

I enjoyed listening to Diane VF... as I biked through NYC traffic and while getting ready for bed. I found her pace and her voice calming.

Words are important and the stories between words enhanced them to land well onto my mind.

I felt elegance, non frivolous lessons... simply with high impact.

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So good

I can’t even begin to say how good this is. I’m listening it to it again.

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Fabuloso.

Darle la dimensión y significado correctoa las palabras te hace entender mejor tu entorno, rutina y el cause de la vida misma. Con un enfoque adecuado en el significado de las palabras que todos los días usamos se puede proyectar mejor los actos que realizamos a diario.

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Wisdom with maturity

It was very pleasant and enriching to listen to this book. Sometimes I need someone to help me put my thoughts and feelings in words, and “Own it”brings clarity and wisdom, but also inspiration.
Thank you!

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Alphabetically powerful

I love that the chapters are the alphabet, and she puts every word down that you need to hear in what seems like the exact moment you need it. She puts them in the definition that a lot of people can’t comprehend until they go through and experience, and I really needed this book 10/10 would recommend you literally anyone.

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Merriam-Webster?

This felt like reading a dictionary. I would've preferred each chapter focus on one or two words in depth and elaborate more on those two words. From the little amount of time she spent going into detail with her life, she seems to be an interesting lady. She could've stood to add more personal anecdotes. I liked the overall messages the book conveyed, it just felt really jumpy because we didn't stay on one topic very long at all.

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Enjoyably inspiring

I enjoyed her heartfelt and inspired viewpoint of life. Her compassion put a smile on my face.

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Beautiful words

A must listen to for me. I have shared it multiple times. Diane really has an magnificent perspective on life which is reflected in her work. This book is a gem. It’s jam packed with wisdom but the way it’s delivered is genius. Thanks a million 💗

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Words of Wisdom From an Icon

This beautiful book, read by Von Furstenberg herself, is presented as a dictionary. She defines words she feels are important enough to bear scrutiny. Words hold a great deal of power. The proper use of them and attitude towards them are presented with a touch of Buddhism, flavored with mother wit and grace. I’m probably going to listen to this one again!

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