Heal. Grow. Love: Words to Help You Become

by Pierre Alex Jeanty, Carla Dupont

Written with love and soul, "Heal. Grow. Love." is a collection of poetry and prose penned to fuel your healing while inspiring you to grow and love. Pierre Jeanty has an amazing way of giving life to words that will enter the deepest part of you and gently coax to become better. Whether you're working on your self-love, adding building blocks on your self-confidence, grieving a loss, looking for inspiration to bury the past or just seeking to expand your mind and pour more into your soul “Heal. Grow. Love.” will be the perfect addition to your bookshelf.
If you’re looking to go deeper, heal from old wounds and keep your eyes on a stronger you, and prepare your heart for love, this poetry collection will drive you to think, reflect, and most importantly feel.

Eventually, the scars sink into your skin,
The wounds become stories,
The pain cannot remember your name.
Eventually, it all gets cast into the back of your mind.

- It’s not meant to stay.

Genres: Poetry, Self Help, Nonfiction, Love, Spirituality

163 pages, Paperback

Published January 29, 2021

Reviews

[Tillie H · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book 😭❤️❤️ the Heal and Grow sections resonated so hard. I usually annotate/highlight every now and then as I read but those sections I highlighted almost every single one ❤️ so many beautiful poems and I loved the “reflect” journaling sections. Made it such a personalized, in depth read as I connected the poems and feelings I had to my own experiences. Absolutely love Pierre Alex Jeanty and his beautiful way with putting the human experience to words.

TW: 3 poems had references to god/prayer

[Lesr · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5.
For the most part I liked many of these quotes. A lot of encouragement for moving forward with growth and loving without fear.

A fave:
“…Please don’t ever think that leaving life is how you welcome better.
Trust me,
I’ve been where you are.
Better will show up…”

[Glenda · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book is filled w/ “inspirational” tidbits designed to encourage healing from pain, growing past that pain, and finding a way to love oneself. It’s okay but not literary or unique. Still, I understand the appeal. Each second is followed by a few empty pages for reflection. These include prompts. It’s a good starting place for younger women unaccustomed to more research-based self-help books and those who don’t read poetry as self-help texts.

[Drena · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was recommended to me by a therapist. I found the poems to be words of encouragement as you work through the healing process. For me it was a thought provoking read. In order for growth to occur you need to heal. Once the healing and growth has started love will find it ways into your soul. That will help aide more purely and deeply for you to love someone else and/or others.

[Hannah · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a good book if you’re going through a breakup. I feel better hearing his words. I needed a reminder that healing, growing, loving yourself is what I need. Not some boy

[Malia Dawson · Rating 1 out of 5]

not to be a hater but i have read more profound poetry written by 5 year olds. this was hard to read lol sorry if this is your life’s work pierre it’s not giving

[Jessica Treaster · Rating 5 out of 5]

I absolutely loved this book. It does have some sections where you can write and do your own reflections.

[Alejandro Quesada · Rating 4 out of 5]

I can perfectly understand why so many therapists have recommended this book to their patients.

It’s a short read in length but deep in content. Without great expectations, it takes us on a journey of healing and growth, wrapped in love and resilience. The true protagonist is self-love, something we often forget in the world we live in. That’s why books like this one feel like an oasis in the desert that life sometimes becomes.

Personally, it helped me reconnect with poetry and begin to rebuild myself after experiencing a loss. We all go through similar moments—whether it's a breakup, the loss of a loved one or a friend, or even material losses, related to work or to our own expectations—and the emotions we feel are beautifully captured in this short collection of poems.

I bought it as a gift, and it probably won’t be the last time I do so.

Some quotes I highlighted during my reading:

• "Broken things can never come back to the way they were. But broken hearts can heal."
• "We often don't like change, but it's our only hope to discover more and better."
• "You miss what used to be, but you also are missing the better that is coming."
• "You may never lose shade from lightning other's candles, but you can eventually burn out."
• "There's no better way to proclaim your love for yourself than forgive yourself."


(read in English)

[Shannon Elizabeth · Rating 4 out of 5]

"...Healing is often not what we plan and expect, it's always all that we need to accept and embrace -the boat doesn't tell the river where to go."

I can think of few things better to start off 2023 with than with the words of Pierre Alex Jeanty contained in these pages. My copy is riddled with tabs that I find myself returning to in order to appreciate the way the words land again. The poems are versatile enough to speak to individuals dealing with all walks of healing, yet not so vague as to feel impersonal. I loved that each section was followed by writing and reflection pages, ending with a section to follow up with in 3 months time. It

It's the book I didn't know I needed until I had it and I will recommend it to anyone willing to listen-or needing comfort and tough love as they navigate this life.

[Aditi Debnath · Rating 4 out of 5]

'Heal. Grow. Love.' by Pierre Alex Jeanty presents a collection of poems and quotes aiming to mend the reader's soul. The book is structured into three sections—Healing, Growing, and Loving—each offering impactful verses that confront harsh realities. Despite the potential for emotional discomfort, the work assures healing capabilities. It guides readers through challenging times, fostering acceptance and a path to a joyful life. Embracing themes of self-respect, growth, and perseverance, the book encourages resilience and emphasizes the importance of not giving up. For those finding love challenging, the author motivates them to embrace love once more, providing a source of empowerment and restoration. Dedicated to seekers of healing, this concise and lovely coffee table book is highly recommended for fellow readers.

[Megan Hammond · Rating 4 out of 5]

My favorites:
Crowns fall.
They shift out of place.
Adjust yours and remind yourself who you are.

Take your heart back from them.
They’ve taken enough already.
Don’t let them continue to take what they shouldn’t have access to.

Apologies trapped in throats of the guilty shouldn’t hold your innocence hostage.
It will track your peace, but never give it the freedom to become your master.
-be the one who apologizes to you.

[Misse Jones · Rating 5 out of 5]

The words on these pages resonated so much with me. I am in the midst of the largest Heal Grow Love space that I've ever encountered and so I am so grateful that this book has been all over social media for some time now.
The book reads like a collection of poems but without all of the abstract meanings. A beautiful rendering, to say the least. If you're on your own personal healing journey or even realize that you just need more/better, this is a resource you'll want in your toolkit.

[Val Badger · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is very helpful for when you are trying to get over someone. I found myself reading it when I was struggling a little more than usual, and it left me feeling a little better about myself. I would highlight some of the phrases that I related to the most, and it helped me during my first year of college.

[Heather Mynx · Rating 5 out of 5]

This one was sooo good! Full of inspirational poetry and with little journal like areas between each section to write your thoughts. I'll definitely be picking this one back up when going through bad times to help lift my mood back up.

[Laura C · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book was sent to me from an old friend. I really enjoyed how several sections could be applied not just to heartbreak but other difficult events in one’s life. Will look into other works by Pierre Alex Jeanty in the future.

[Génévi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Pierre is always perfection! The way the book is broken into 3 different sections and allows for reflection is amazing, it really causes you to reflect and ask yourself questions. This book is definitely something to think about.

[Jules.Bookverse · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed the first two parts a lot. Was a bit surprised by the prompts inside that you could fill out, but it also helped you really think about what you've gained from reading the parts and want to adapt towards your own future way of being.

[Jyotismita Dutta · Rating 2 out of 5]

Not particularly a fan of this book.

I have been reading a lot of poetry or healing books but this one did not give me the points to like it like the other ones did.
I couldn't like understand 2-3 things and that's why i am giving it a 2⭐

[Binge reading stories · Rating 3 out of 5]

Our eyes tend to recognize only what they are familiar with, what they have seen before. ✨

Those who left us don’t have the right to build
homes in our minds
and invite all the what-ifs to dinner.
You gave them an inch
and now you’re giving them a foot. ✨

[Brat · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beautiful and empowering.

[Maddieremenap · Rating 5 out of 5]

so simple. such an easy read. it’s like a bunch of inspirational quotes about healing and loving. LOVED it and will definitely be going back to it all the time.

[Kheva Flowers · Rating 5 out of 5]

Read this. It’s good for the soul.

[Mary · Rating 2 out of 5]

Not at all what I thought it would be. Not even enough inspiration for me to dog-ear pages to look back on. Disappointing

[Tea Leaves and Reads · Rating 4 out of 5]

A collection with the added bonus of journal / reflection sections - really really useful! This is a beautifully curated collection of words that will resonate with anyone.

[Justina Bu · Rating 2 out of 5]

Not my cup of tea. After reading Rupi Kaur this is like a false trying to make something similar.

[Elise Nollevaux · Rating 5 out of 5]

I think this bookwas really good! It thought me a lot!!!

[selin · Rating 5 out of 5]

perfect.

[Anu · Rating 3 out of 5]

It's good

[Sincerá · Rating 5 out of 5]

Daily inspiration🙌🏼

[Cristina · Rating 5 out of 5]

Pierre is always a go to.