The Calloused Soul: Uncovering the Real Woman Behind the Hardened Heart

by Evelyn Watkins

Carve Away the Hard Places of Your Heart and Experience Wholeness! Pain is a part of life. When dealing with a difficult situation or event, our bodies both physically and emotionally develop callouses to instinctively shield us from further hurt or injury. While this may be necessary and even helpful for a season, there comes a time when these callouses, which once protected us, become a hindrance to experiencing the abundant life, love and relationships we were destined to enjoy. In this book, you will Get ready to smooth out the hard places of your soul, receive healing for the past, and enjoy love and the life the way God originally intended for you—with an open, uncalloused heart!

128 pages, Paperback

First published April 3, 2009

Reviews

[Katarina · Rating 2 out of 5]

I was very excited to read this book. I love the premise of increasing resilience and forgiveness.

It started off very touching, when Evelyn talks about the abuse she endured as a child. It was difficult to read, and I applaud the author for making it through such an awful childhood.

I liked the author's biographical information, as well as her reflections. She made it through with her faith in God. And that's where she lost me. There were too many bible quotes for my liking, and I just glossed over the rest of the book.

I had hoped that there were more suggestions to improve resilience and forgiveness, other that reading the bible and believing in God.

[Joe Jestus · Rating 5 out of 5]

An excellent book written for women but applicable to men. Your husband will probably steal your copy so buy two.

The real life stories of the author will move you and inspire you to discover and overcome your own past hurts.