Daring To Take Up Space

Reviews

Andrew C Stackhouse

” It’s slightly repetitive, but in a needful way that reminds that reader of things one has to hear more than once. The key point / goal is in the title, dare to take up space & learn that you’re enough. Then again, it’s not from the perspective of a singular poet writing about their own experience. This isn’t necessarily a book I’d pick up by myself, as it was recommended to me by a good friend.

Amazon Kunde

The title, cover artwork, & bling intrigued me, & I’m overall glad I took a chance on it. Heal. Love your whole self (on good days & less successful days). It’s meant to teach & instruct & help.

Jacyceee

Personally, I think it’s probably better consumed that way. Would definitely recommend to anyone whether they’re going through mental health struggles or not. Cleanse yourself of shame. There are ups & downs & some days are just about getting through.

Not imagistic or with deep or intriguing metaphor or simile. The book itself is divided into four sections, “Combatting Shame,” “Connection,” “Hope and Resilience,” & “Growth and Affirmation. The sections are all broken down into single page units that one could read a day at a time or as one needs.

Different sections would then be better referred to as one needed through one’s personal therapeutic journey. So glad that I read this & especially glad my friend suggested this book to me. As far as the poetics, I’d say it’s utilitarian & meant to have as broad an appeal as possible. I find that the poetics are a bit simple to the point that it’s not something I’d read simply for the pleasure of reading or for writing inspiration.

Thank you! “Daring to Take Up Space” by Daniel Koepke is a book of poetics that works as therapy, advice, &/or self-help toward self-acceptance & better mental health. 💜

A very minor critique & more just mentioned as it’s very different than any other poetry I normally read & review. It is incredibly thoughtful & insightful as well as caring & soothing.