Not gonna lie, this book is a game changer. I was a bit skeptical about reading this book because I read many books on dieting and none of them worked for me. But this book changed my eating habits. Definitely 5 stars. Wonderful writing style, and easy to understand. Huge thanks to Connie Bennett and Netgalley for providing an ARC.

Surprisingly quick read! Great bite-size chunks of advice, but wasn’t quite what I was expecting. Instead of a tried and true method, the author delivers a multitude of options to follow with cutesy names and quick facts of why it’s a helpful option for losing weight. Worth a read, but take with a grain of salt (or don’t if you’re actually trying to drop some pounds).

Well this book came along at just the right time. Why? Well, because I quite literally just blew my diet. Now I have read a lot of diet books over the years and while many cover the same ground (naturally since they all talk about diet and weight loss) in most of them I have found useful bits and pieces in all of them. And if we were just talking standard diet information I would say Connie Bennett’s I Blew Might Diet! Now What? to be a solid addition to the multitude of other diet books. What makes this one different is the addition of Connie’s personal story. I definitely connected and sympathize the the struggle she’s gone through. Does that make this a better diet book than others? I don’t know about it. But what it does, at least for me, make it a more relatable one. Now given that I have just blown my current diet and have only just finished reading the book, how well Bennett’s plan will work for me remains to be seen, but I’m starting out optimistically. Thanks so much to the publisher and NetGalley for allowing me access to an advanced review copy.

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for my digital copy in exchange for an honest review. and honestly? This one was not for me...I liked the parts about her personal journey but the rest was mostly a bunch of information spewed out like any textbook. When a book feels like something that is mostly references I will lose attention so fast it isn't even funny.

This was an informative book! I liked how recipes and shopping lists were included. I think this book is unique because instead of just the usual "eat this and workout that", it went into the psychology of being overweight and how to be healthier. From tapping to mindfulness to meditation and affirmation, this book had a lot of great ideas!

This book is not what I expected when I started reading it. I don't know what I was expecting but I recommend to keep reading. The information isn't new per say, but it's exactly what I needed to read in this moment. I knew some of the information but the implementation hit differently this time. For someone who starts eating "healthy" then gives up after one mistake, this book felt reassuring.

It was ok, a lot of the information isn't new to me. The author is very intent on being helpful but I don't think it's going to work for many people. I thought the best part was about her journey caring for her dying mother.

The book starts with some good reading to get people motivated to get back on track. Some of the suggestions and acronyms didn't work for me. Good recipes and shopping lists are at the back of the book. This wasn't the right book for me but it will work for those needing a hard reset.

This was so helpful in understanding that dieting is more of a lifestyle. Didn't make me feel bad or guilty just a helpful guide.

This was an interesting read!

I was a bit disappointed as I got into the book because the title and the summary made me think this book would focus on guilt and shame and how it can lead to overeating, which then leads to more guilt and shame. It's an endless loop and until we are gentler with ourselves and allow ourselves indulgences without guilt being involved, then I think we will always "blow our diets." The book did touch on the more mental aspects of eating but mainly in chapters 17 to 19. I also felt like the book contradicted itself, like one chapter mentions the focus should be on feeling healthy but then another chapters talks about how "shedding weight" will make your life better. Diet and exercise are about more than just losing weight.

I really loved the illustrations included, they are very cute. And the recipes and groceries list towards the end were great, super helpful.

Nothing groundbreaking, but very helpful, accessible advice on re-starting healthy eating not focused on shame, but addressing root causes of emotional eating. A great guide with helpful tips, tricks, and recipes.

Great general advice about what to do if you have "blown" your diet. It has lots of reminders, lists, motivation, and information to help you get back on track. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for an ARC

I received an electronic ARC from Greenleaf Book Group Press through NetGalley.
Bennett takes an encouraging tone as she offers her plan to change readers' lives by losing weight. Her focus is on feeling healthier not the actual pounds. She takes us through a three week plan to adjust mind set and set new habits to feel better. At the same time, she affirms body images for all people as they are and as they want to be.
The information is shared in a simple to follow format and backed by research from a wide variety of sources. She advocates for a life style change not simply a diet plan.

As someone who has both blown their diet and dramatically declared it over mid-cookie, I felt deeply seen by this book. Connie Bennett delivers what feels like a warm hug and a pep talk—wrapped in real talk, sprinkled with humor, and served with a side of science.

This isn’t your typical “try harder” diet book. I Blew My Diet, Now What? is about coming back to yourself with compassion, not punishment. It’s about recovery, resilience, and the very real emotional journeys that shape our relationship with food. One line that hit especially close to home for me was: “After I lost my mother, I lost myself.” That grief, that sense of disorientation—it’s something I’ve felt too, and seeing it acknowledged so honestly made me feel understood in a way most books like this don’t.

The tone is honest, quirky, and encouraging—like a friend who brings snacks and boundaries. I laughed, I nodded, I might have highlighted half the book. Whether you’re restarting for the 1st or 47th time, this book helps you do it with compassion and clarity.

Thank you to NetGalley, Greenleaf Book Group Press, and author Connie Bennett for the privilege of receiving this ARC in exchange for an honest review. I’ll be recommending it to anyone who’s ever said, “Welp… I blew it,” and needed a better answer than just giving up.

Thank you to NetGalley for the free copy of this ebook in exchange for a review.

The way this book is divided makes is very easy and quick to read. One thing I wasn’t expecting was the author to talk about Napoleon Hill and visualisation in regards to weight loss which I appreciated.
I do think the recipe chapter should have been before the meal plans and shopping lists or at least done differently, like shopping list with recipes and then meal plans would have been less confusing.
Some of the products however I will never find in my part of the world but still, I did really like the recipes and I’m excited to try some of them out.

In I Blew My Diet! Now What?, Connie Bennett brings a personal and relatable touch to a topic many struggle with: falling off the diet wagon and finding the strength to get back on. After a heartbreaking period of caregiving and grief, Bennett—who had maintained a strict sugar-free, gluten-free lifestyle for over a decade—found herself gaining weight and losing control. Her vulnerability in sharing that experience sets the tone for this recovery-focused guide.

The book is structured around understanding the “why” behind diet failures, offering 21 possible reasons for falling off track, and then equipping readers with FEASTS—Fast, Easy, Awesome, Simple, Tested Strategies—to bounce back. While the approach isn’t groundbreaking, the format is accessible, practical, and peppered with a compassionate voice that feels more like a supportive friend than a drill sergeant.

One of the standout features is Bennett’s unique “Hum-Hug-Rock Relief Process” designed to naturally boost oxytocin, as well as her focus on healing not just the body but also the heart and mind. The inclusion of cartoon illustrations also lightens the mood and makes some of the more emotional content easier to digest.

That said, the book doesn’t stray too far from typical self-help and diet recovery formulas. While it’s encouraging and well-organized, I was hoping for more new insights or a truly different perspective. Still, for those looking for a gentle, motivating reset with a bit of personal touch, I Blew My Diet! Now What? can be a helpful companion on the road to wellness.

Gave me good insight in to why I eat the way I do and practical tips on how to curve some unhealthy habits of mine to become a healthier version of myself.

Layout of the book was well organized and this would be great for those who are even starting to get back into their reading journey. Great meal plans and recipes included that I will definitely use in the near future!

Thank you to NetGallery and Connie for the chance to read this book!

This book had too many anecdotes that o had to sift through to get to the valuable diet advice I was looking for. There were some good tips and information once I did that.

It gave good advice to help with cravings that I will take however I felt some of the feedback could be unrealistic when trying to implement. Into a day to day routine.

It’s not just a diet book—it’s part self-help, part wellness roadmap, and all about making sustainable, healthy choices. Bennett takes a compassionate approach, sharing relatable anecdotes and clear explanations about why traditional diets often fail and how to reset your mindset and habits for long-term success.

This book is perfect for anyone who’s ever felt discouraged by failed diet attempts. It’s encouraging, fun to read, and packed with practical tips—from kitchen hacks to delicious recipes (the garlicky basil cream sauce and Moroccan cottage pie are standouts!). I also loved learning about new ingredients like Za’atar.