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Present Over Perfect Guided Journal: Journey to a Simpler, More Soulful Life
Are you more burned-out than energized? Do you too often start the day tired and overwhelmed? Leave behind the heavy weight of comparison, competition, and exhaustion, and recraft a life marked by meaning, connection, and unconditional love in this interactive journal from New York Times bestselling author Shauna Niequist. In the mess and the mundane, how do you begin to find space in your life? Shauna takes you on a journey toward growth and grounding that will bring about a meaningful transformation in your marriage, your family, your friendships, and your prayer life. The Present Over Perfect Guided Journal Whether you've read Present Over Perfect or not, this guided journal will equip you to apply and live its principles either through independent introspection or small group dialog and discussion, it will be a favorite on your bedside table or at the beach, and it also makes a perfect gift for birthdays, Christmas, and Mother's Day and for anyone searching for peace in their life. Sink deep into wonder, rest, and stillness in this interactive invitation to weave the truths of Present Over Perfect into your life. Look for additional inspirational books and audio products from
- GenresFaith
192 pages, Hardcover
Published July 13, 2021
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About the author
Shauna Niequist
36 books2,652 followersShauna Niequist is the author of Cold Tangerines, Bittersweet, and Bread & Wine. Shauna grew up in Barrington, Illinois, and then studied English and French Literature at Westmont College in Santa Barbara. She is married to Aaron Niequist, who is a pianist and songwriter. Aaron is a worship leader at Willow Creek Community Church and is recording a project called A New Liturgy. Aaron & Shauna live outside Chicago with their sons, Henry and Mac. Shauna writes about the beautiful and broken moments of everyday life--friendship, family, faith, food, marriage, love, babies, books, celebration, heartache, and all the other things that shape us, delight us, and reveal to us the heart of God.
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October 6, 2021
“No one ever changes until the pain gets great enough.” Shauna Niequist
Very early on, the author makes that simple but profound statement. It’s also a preview of what’s to come if you invest yourself in honestly working thru the “Present Over Perfect Guided Journal”.
Altho’ it’s based on her NYT bestseller of the same title, this quality bound, hardcover journal is a standalone volume that can be used by anyone desirous of simplifying their life, decluttering their surroundings and reconnecting with friends, family, themselves and their God.
This is not a formulaic, happy little phrase a day, pop psychology, feel good notebook. Done properly, this journal is going to be painful and take time; possibly lots of it while considering your past, present and where you want to be. Niequist asks deep, targeting questions that reach deep into your heart, soul and mind asking how, why, where and my “favorite” - IF…then what? Be ready to do the work.
Peaceful, is how I’d describe the book itself. From the medium blue, textured cover with simple metallic embossed title to the simple 2 color, uncluttered inside format. It all combines to give a sense of space and freedom. Happily, there is much real estate for writing and the paper quality is heavy enough to support any type of pen you like to write with. There’s a medium amount of varnish on the paper so if you’re using a “wet” ink, give enough time for drying or blot with a paper towel to avoid the dreaded smear. Each page has a date in the upper, outer corner so you can track progress but I suspect most who delve deeply into this journey won’t be using that feature. I could be wrong. Author highlights appear in blue boxes throughout the journal and scriptures are from the ESV translation unless otherwise noted.
All things considered, faith based not preachy, thoughtful and provoking, giftable & recommended 📚
Very early on, the author makes that simple but profound statement. It’s also a preview of what’s to come if you invest yourself in honestly working thru the “Present Over Perfect Guided Journal”.
Altho’ it’s based on her NYT bestseller of the same title, this quality bound, hardcover journal is a standalone volume that can be used by anyone desirous of simplifying their life, decluttering their surroundings and reconnecting with friends, family, themselves and their God.
This is not a formulaic, happy little phrase a day, pop psychology, feel good notebook. Done properly, this journal is going to be painful and take time; possibly lots of it while considering your past, present and where you want to be. Niequist asks deep, targeting questions that reach deep into your heart, soul and mind asking how, why, where and my “favorite” - IF…then what? Be ready to do the work.
Peaceful, is how I’d describe the book itself. From the medium blue, textured cover with simple metallic embossed title to the simple 2 color, uncluttered inside format. It all combines to give a sense of space and freedom. Happily, there is much real estate for writing and the paper quality is heavy enough to support any type of pen you like to write with. There’s a medium amount of varnish on the paper so if you’re using a “wet” ink, give enough time for drying or blot with a paper towel to avoid the dreaded smear. Each page has a date in the upper, outer corner so you can track progress but I suspect most who delve deeply into this journey won’t be using that feature. I could be wrong. Author highlights appear in blue boxes throughout the journal and scriptures are from the ESV translation unless otherwise noted.
All things considered, faith based not preachy, thoughtful and provoking, giftable & recommended 📚
January 28, 2022
Gorgeous journal resource inspired by one of my favourite books !
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May 30, 2022I book that I could read once a year to reset and get key reminders.
October 25, 2022
This was a great book if you are a perfectionist and just take on too much. If you are a yes person you need to read this. Loved it.
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