Be a Blessing by Debbie Macomber

Be a Blessing by Debbie Macomber ISBN-13: 9780399181429 Hardcover: 192 pages Publisher: Ballantine Book Released: April 2, 2019

Source: Review copy from the publisher.

Book Description, Modified from Goodreads:
Debbie Macomber has inspired readers for years with stories of love and resilience, creating characters who overcome all obstacles to become their best selves. Now Debbie shares the gifts and opportunities she has experienced as a lifelong journaler, guiding you through the process of cultivating your own creativity and well-being through journaling.

Inside, you will find the perfect tools to jump-start your journey to a more mindful life:
- intuitive prompts to spark self-reflection
- insightful quotes and beautiful illustrations to inspire your creative side
- step-by-step guidance and encouragement from Debbie herself!


My Review:
Be a Blessing is a journal with prompts based on the image of a garden (your life) growing the fruit of love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. Christians will find that list of fruit familiar, but this is not an overtly Christian-based journal (though some verses are quoted along with quotes from outside of the Bible). There are writing prompts to journal about your life, line drawings that you can color in, inspirational quotes, and thoughtful insights and encouragement from the author. There isn't much room to write--just a few sentences or a short list for each prompt. This isn't a journal for what you did that day but for guided reflection upon your life. If that's what you're looking for in a journal, then this one looked enjoyable to do.


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