The Powerful Purpose of Introverts Why the World Needs You to Be You by Holley Gerth - Revell

The Powerful Purpose of Introverts Why the World Needs You to Be You by Holley Gerth - Revell

Pub date 15 sep 2020

You can pre-order it here: https://amzn.to/35lhd05

I like to read what Holley Gerth writes, it is not my first book by her. I find her style very fresh and sincere. I like her as a person and writer, I´d like to have a friend like her around (I feel like she is when I read her). Feel like I know her, and I really like that she embraces who she is, even when she doesn´t have the common or popular famous people personality, that is what attracted to me to this title (also all the people I love who are introverts). I consider myself 50% each so I feel related too. In this book, I found a way to love even better the introverts around me and appreciate their qualities also to enjoy and accept myself in the areas I´m one. I liked the test the author provided in the book/author site, probably is a good idea if you go and get to know your % of introversion. 

I like the emphasis she makes explaining the fact that introversion "isn´t about how much someone likes people or enjoy socializing, but it is wired into the brain and nervous system" (I dislike when people says that you are the way you are just because you were raised differently or because your social interactions were a lot or just a few, it is a different design from the womb). 

I liked the chapter on HSP Highly Sensitive People, if you are sensitive and observe/feel everything around you, you will resonate with this content, you will feel seen and understood. God made everyone different for a reason. 

This book is going to make you value who you and others are and respect them, their own limits, and peculiarities. Diversity has richness.

"It never occurred to me that it takes mental maturity to honor our limits. True strength isn’t gritting our teeth and ignoring our done point and pain. Instead, it’s saying, “That’s all I can do for now. It’s enough. I’m enough.” Never apologize for your sensitivity— no matter what area it’s in for you. It’s not a weakness. It’s not a fault. It’s not something to change. It’s a powerful way God made you."    (I´d like to add that some people will  never like or understand forget about love some aspects of you), they will always be trying to change you or won't be able to respect your limits, and it is ok to expect that... people are different and won´t love or accept every kind of personality). 

While reading this book I wanted to read Sacred Pathways by Gary Thomas... she quotes him and shares about 9 spiritual pathways, I found that interesting, I´ll get it. 

The book club questions at the end I believe are so fun to go through and get to know each other's minds.

I really like her little note to extroverts, I think it is so sweet to know she wants to notice everyone and not to divide. 

What a priviledge to be able to read this material before it is available to everyone, I´m sure you want to preorder now. 

Please let me know your % (it is ok if you do it in private, I understand introverts preffer that). 

 

Description

Would it surprise you to know that Joanna Gaines, Abraham Lincoln, Albert Einstein, Oprah, Jerry Seinfeld, C. S. Lewis, Max Lucado, and Meryl Streep are all introverts? Even though introverts make up half the population, most people still don't fully understand what it means to be one.

Research shows the qualities introverts may see as struggles can be their greatest strengths. Introverts don't need to act more like extroverts to thrive, lead, and make a difference. Instead, they need to truly understand who God created them to be so they can avoid pitfalls like insecurity or anxiety and bravely offer their gifts to the world.

In this transformative book, Holley Gerth dives into the brain science behind introversion to help you understand the psychological, relational, and spiritual aspects of being an introvert. She explores how introverts can make meaningful connections, experience quiet confidence, cultivate soul-filling solitude, exercise unexpected influence, and much more.

If you're an introvert, or if you love, lead, or share life with an introvert, you need this empowering, insightful book!

10 Choices Successful Couples Make The Secret to Love That Lasts a Lifetime by Dr. Ron Welch - Revell

10 Choices Successful Couples Make The Secret to Love That Lasts a Lifetime by Dr. Ron Welch - Revell

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pub date 22 jan 2020 

My husband and I are engineers. We studied a lot about preventive manteinance in factories, there is another kind of maintenance and it is corrective. Relationships require maintenance and it is hard, it is going to cost, time, effort, money,  it will require intentionality. This book talks about choices, it talks about belief, communication, let go of old baggage, forgive, unselfishness, choosing us, taking challenges, and other important ones. Every couple may get benefited from this material if applied. 
 

Description

Most books on marriage rightly address communication and conflict as key issues, then advise readers on how to fight fair since conflict is an inevitable reality and cannot be avoided. But Dr. Ron Welch asks the provocative question, Is it? Is every marriage doomed to one conflict after another? Shouldn't we expect better than that?

In this practical and encouraging book, Welch offers a far more positive approach to marriage, outlining 10 specific choices couples can make to minimize or even avoid conflict and increase joy. With his expert guidance, couples will learn how to employ proven strategies to

- communicate accurately and positively
- choose forgiveness over unforgiveness
- understand their marriage type
- and make decisions more effectively

Whether they are engaged, newly married, or have been married for decades, couples will find that this book will transform their relationship

d 22 apr

Joyful Surrender by Elisabeth Elliot - Revell

Joyful Surrender by Elisabeth Elliot - Revell

Every time I think about Elisabeth Elliot I wish I could have a friend just like her in real life. I have cherished her through her words through the years. Her ideas are full of deep, pain, wisdom and sometimes they cut like a knife, others they feel like a warm balsam. The word Joy and Surrender together is very original, just as she is. We don´t use to think about surrender like joy in life. Discipline is one of the words I think when I think about her. If you are lacking wisdom in those areas you need to pick this book asap. She speaks about: Discipline of our mind (which I find the hardest) our body (the hardest 2nd place), our place, our time (hardest 3rd place), our possessions, our feelings, and our work. You want to change, read it, you want a challenge, read it, but most of all: commit. When she wrote the book, I was just 3yrs old, what an awesome thing to think about.

You can order the book here: https://amzn.to/2HniAyC

Description

In our age of instant gratification and if-it-feels-good-do-it attitudes, self-discipline is hardly a popular notion. Yet it may be one of the most important lost virtues of our time. In Joyful Surrender, former missionary and beloved author Elisabeth Elliot offers her understanding of discipline and its value for people of all times. She shows readers how to

- discipline the mind, body, possessions, time, and feelings
- overcome anxiety
- change poor habits and attitudes
- trust God in times of trial and hardship
- let Christ have control in all areas of life

Elliot masterfully and gently takes readers through Scripture, personal stories, and incisive observations of the world around her to help them discover the understanding that our fulfillment as human beings depends on our answer to God's call to obedience.  I received a copy of this book from Revell, via NetGalley, in exchange for a free review. All opinions are my own.

I just reviewed Joyful Surrender by Elisabeth Elliot. #JoyfulSurrender # #Reviewaton

The Next Right Thing by Emily P. Freeman - Revell Books

The Next Right Thing by Emily P. Freeman - Revell Books




Emily is a very sweet decision-making mentor and friend. I´m sure she has been close to the hearts of so many, through her voice and books.

Oh! how do I say this: her book is so very timely material for me. 

Today is launch day and I´m thrilled about it!. 

Celebrating with all the crew! I want to host a giveaway for all of you my friends!

Did you see her book and mic cookies! They were so amazing! and the flowers, all her launch book party was a success! 

                  

My favorite part: The eyes when she was listening to her husband were so lovely! :) 

Ok, back to the topic... I was part of the launch team I was able to read it all first hand before it was ready to print, being behind all the process was a huge privilege. I´m so grateful for everything, most of all because of the content I have been enjoying. I read it once and now I´m going for the second one... but going slow, taking notes, listening (because once you pre-order the book, you will be able to listen the audiobook, video lessons, and everything else for free!)


I admit sometimes I struggle with this topic and need to grow about a lot of issues the author describes. Everyone needs to take decisions in life and everyone I know needs to grow in these areas. We need to find a better way. I found very helpful and true Emily's insight in this Book. 

The way she explains very deep and practical issues has made me stop and consider the way I'm living my Life and embrace and thank how I take decisions.  I really like her examples, stories, reflexions and prayers, I´m praying them as if they were my own.

She made me think about the way the people I love, take decisions... By the way...How do you take decisions?... with your heart, head, feelings or gut? go find out taking this quiz and let me know!

This is a Book I'll visit often while discerning what to do or even why I'm doing what I do. I pre-ordered a copy and I´m enjoying the free bonuses (I encourage to do so!) 

I needed quiet the noise and listen to someone with wisdom. Everyone needs to take decisions in life and everyone I know struggles with it in some way or another. I found very helpful and true Emily's insight in this Book. The way she explains very deep and practical issues some words have made me stop and consider the way I'm living my life. I know the Bible gives you light in every way and its principal in guiding you about how to live your life. I´m just saying this is a helpful book about discerning what to do or why you´re doing what you do.

I hope every person to get this book, to stop, learn and take decisions more wisely. "To take time for your soul to breath".

It's hard to understand the way we process things in life. While reading I found out Why I don't get other family member's logic. To understand myself and how I tend to use heart, gut or head makes me realize we all are different and to know it was the first step to be patient & understand. I Want to learn some more out impulses, fear, excitement, comfort, the easiest road, avoid pain, for a place and so on. This Book has done something Special in me. I plan to read it again and take my own notes, it is good to liste ton a podcast, but there is something special in books, they smell! :)

It is awesome to see, hear and learn from a real author. The process behind a book will always be incredible for me. I thank God for technology that makes this possible now, to cherish all those moments.

This book was in every single way a lovely, timely and awesome gift for me. Today I celebrate with you Emily her launch day. Every person that has been reading, editing, proofreading, spreading the word, being part of publishing and launching team may agree is a joy to be part of it. 

I´m thankful for all the lessons and investment in our lives. Thank you REvell Books, Emily P. Freeman, Mr. Beard and all the crew!

I really encourage you to buy it Hard cover or Kindle (remember, real books smell)

P.S. Last book I read was Suffering is Never for nothing by Ellisabeth Elliot (will tell you more about it in my next posts). One phrase captured my attention in the book, it was "The next right thing". Now I know she was quoting someone else. Then when I saw Emily´s new title I knew I wanted and needed to read it. I was so thankful to be part of the process Emily shared with us, learned a lot with her and all the team.

Would you like to know what is your decision making personality, take the quiz! (is so much fun, and very accurate)!

It was April 2 but they extended the offer a few more days! Purchase between now and April 5, and enter your purchase info below to receive Emily’s free gifts, including the audiobook, and her new course (instant access)!

Just do #yournextrightthing and visit: http://nextrightthingbook.com/

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Book Description:

Create Space for Your Soul To Breathe

When we have a decision to make, what we want more than anything is peace, clarity, and a nudge in the right direction.  

This simple, soulful practice will help you:

• clear the decision-making chaos
• quiet the fear of choosing wrong
• find the courage to finally decide without regret or second-guessing

If you have trouble making decisions because of either chronic hesitation or decision fatigue, Emily P. Freeman offers a fresh way of practicing familiar but often forgotten advice: simply do the next right thing.