The Light We Carry; Overcoming in Uncertain Times

The Light We Carry – A #1 New York Times and USA Today Bestseller

In this inspiring follow-up to her acclaimed memoir Becoming, former First Lady Michelle Obama shares practical wisdom and empowering strategies for finding hope and balance in an uncertain world.

Life’s challenges rarely come with easy answers, but Obama believes we all have tools to navigate change and remain steady amid uncertainty. In The Light We Carry, she engages in an open and honest conversation with readers, exploring questions many of us face: How do we build genuine relationships? How do we find strength in our differences? How do we combat self-doubt and feelings of helplessness? What can we do when everything feels overwhelming?

Drawing from her experiences as a mother, daughter, spouse, friend, and First Lady, Obama shares the habits and guiding principles that have helped her adapt to change and overcome obstacles. She reflects on the importance of kindness, resilience, and surrounding oneself with a supportive community—what she calls a personal “kitchen table” of trusted friends and mentors. With her signature warmth, candor, and humor, she also addresses issues of race, gender, and visibility, encouraging readers to embrace their own strength, work through fear, and live with boldness.

“When we are able to recognize our own light, we become empowered to use it,” Obama writes. Through insightful storytelling and profound advice, The Light We Carry invites readers to reflect on their own lives, find joy in connection, and illuminate the path forward in a turbulent world.