Sit Down to Rise Up

By: Shelly Tygielski

Narrated by: Shelly Tygielski

Length: 7 hrs and 9 mins

Publisher's summary

An empowering treatise on propelling profound social change by going inward, from a mindfulness teacher and activist who has turned personal practice into movements.

The practice of mindfulness is most often touted for its profound mind, body, and spirit benefits. Shelly Tygielski here shows that mindfulness can also be a powerful tool for spurring transformative collective action. In a winning combination of memoir, manifesto, and how-to, Tygielski shares her evolution from a Jerusalem-born child of traditional Sephardic Orthodox parents to a middle-class American suburban youth who questioned her faith to a young executive in corporate America.

As she used self-help practices to heal from chronic health issues and a messy divorce, she had an epiphany: Finding true health and peace is not a solo endeavor, but one that lives in connection with others. Tygielski considers herself an unlikely meditator, activist, and teacher. But in that way she is uniquely qualified to speak to all today who wonder, “What can I do?” or “Will my actions even make a difference?”. Tygielski’s work began as “me” work and transformed into “we” work. In Sit Down to Rise Up, she shows that this is possible for all of us.

©2021 Shelly Tygielski (P)2021 Recorded Books

Take the time for yoursel!

Shelly's story is amazing! I have learned a lot about how giving to others is a form of taking care of yourself! And we certainly need more giving in these times!
It is read by the author with passion and purpose! You will feel encouraged to do more and get out upon completion!

Inspiring and uplifting

Never I have ever read a book that moves me so much. Shelly is a light that we should all strive to be in our lives. I cried happy tears through the entire book.

Reawakening from a Second Chance

"Sit Down to Rise Up: How Radical Self-Care Can Change the World" is the book you need and if you haven’t heard - have yet to discover. I’m thankful to discover and fulfill this need through a beautifully written and narrated book by Shelly Tyglieski.

In Shelly’s book, I found a voice that echoed many truths held in my heart to make a more equitable, healthier World. I admired Shelly's work prior to listening to Sit Down to Rise Up. But, I found a deeper connection to a like-minded being as I listened.

I believe Sit Down to Rise Up should be listened to as much as read. Shelly’s voice is comforting, her message is clear and simple, and her understanding is thoughtful. And, most importantly, her intentions are relatable - helping others and ourselves.

If you are unfamiliar with Shelly, she is the power behind an ecosystem that raised a card of love, Pandemic of Love, in the midst of disaster. Sit Down to Rise Up tells how Shelly managed to help millions across the World to connect helpers, those in need of help and those wanting to connect and volunteer in the midst of the current global crisis. It is more than an autobiographical account of Shelly’s success in changing lives. Sit Down to Rise Up is also a guide to empower those seeking to help others and needing inspiration and knowledge to fulfill this need through a beautifully written and narrated book by Shelly Tyglieski.

Pandemic of Love is not Shelly’s first effort to help others seeking shelter from the sandstorms of life. She tells moving stories of helping children in need of music supplies with her child and his friend, helping those managing trauma, social justice and solidarity, compassion and inclusion, and building a sand tribe mutual-aid community.

But these stories of helping others are just part of the beauty of Sit Down to Rise Up. The deeper beauty of this book is the heart of a woman who used a second birth to reawaken to live authentically following great losses and challenges.

I read Sit Down to Rise Up through the lens of an artist, attorney, climate activist, humanitarian and wellbeing coach involved in self-care and communal care. I’ve helped many and experienced much. In Shelly’s book, I received inspiration through a deeper connection to an amazing being. I received more than beautiful, thoughtful reflections. I received an increased appreciation in my ability to create a better World for myself and others.

I recommend Sit Down to Rise Up: How Radical Self-Care Can Change the World 110%. Buy the book and thank yourself for investing in your wellbeing. I hope you'll also be inspired in your ability to help create a kinder, gentler and giving World.

Breathe Well,
Arlene JM Grant, Esq.

This book is moving and inspirational!

I feel motivated, happy to hear stories and uplifted.
Everyone will benefit from reading it! 🥰💗

Relevant and Motivating

Shelly’s vulnerability is refreshing as she openly talks about low points in her life and how she leaned on community to lift herself up. She talks about examples of where her contributions to help others had a significant positive impact on her self worth. In my opinion, her views about setting intentions are spot on with Oprah’s teachings.
This book is for anyone who seeks an uplifting story and has an open mind about change for themselves and the world to help achieve peace, equality and joy.

Show up for yourself

Shelly Tygielski is the cheerleader and self-advocate in your corner. Her inspirational memoir, Sit Down to Rise Up, guides us with love through essential self-care, which can blossom and build a community of care that will help us change our world.

Shelly shares her secret of showing up, the foundation for life’s purpose. She tells of her struggles and challenges and how she is an unlikely meditator. If you are feeling lost or in the dark, Shelley has literally been there. Her stories and struggles provide seeds of wisdom that help us to connect and to cultivate a community that will help us with our own self-care. I want to find more joy in my life and this book has helped me get there. Sit Down to Rise Up, has helped me zero in on what I need now and not be afraid to ask for help and create a community of care. She explains how the mutual aid idea of Pandemic of Love began and how we can rise up and help ourselves heal from trauma.

Glad I chose the audiobook because listening to Shelly felt like a caring sister and friend was talking to me. This book is the medicine and inspiration I needed to focus on my self-care.

Go where the love is!

I found Shelly Tygielski when the Pandemic hit. When I was running on empty from the political rhetoric and the sorrow of the lost lives. Her call to action through Pandemic of Love connected people through love vs. fear to aid each other. Her messages on Facebook would recenter myself. Here book tells her story and provides a guide to creating community by starting with yourself, explain how to build a self-care plan and how engaging others in communion can help. Good listen and aspiration to finding your tribe.

Words to Live By

Sit Down to Rise up is an impactful read. The authors personal stories are interesting and relatable. Shelley Tygielski is an inspiration in how she faces adversity and how the her challenges helped her to create change. Her storytelling is warm and intriguing. I couldn’t stop listening to this book. With all of that is a message for personal growth and community engagement that is so relevant and important with all the challenges today. I will definitely re read this book.