Self-Care for the Wounded Soul: 21 Days of Messy Grace

by Steve Austin, Kate Pieper (Foreword)

If you have ever felt hopeless, if you have ever believed that all the bad things in your life were beyond redemption, if you have ever felt unworthy of being loved or accepted, if you have ever feared what would happen if people found out whatever it is that haunts you - I get it. I have been there, too. Maybe you are recovering from abuse, addiction, or a suicide attempt like me. Maybe you are struggling with anxiety or depression and don’t know why yet. No matter what your starting point is, the tools in this journal will help you begin to answer the question, “Now what?” You’re tired of living this way. You want to change your life, and you don’t know where to begin. I hope this 21-day self-care journal will help you answer that question. It’s time to take ownership of your life, and that begins with good self-care. It’s hard work, but you can do it. No more running, no more hiding, no more masks. No matter what your journey has looked like so far, recovery is possible. I am living proof.

Genres: Self Help, Spirituality

94 pages, Paperback

Published November 1, 2016

Reviews

[Rev. Val Ohle]

Awesome book for those trying to work through things. I love this.

[Crystal]

If you feel "wounded" or hurt, anxious or depressed, over-busy or run-down, do something kind for yourself. Grab this book and dive into a 21 day journey of messy grace.
Author Steve Austin is the "Grace Is Messy" guy, and he is authentically honest and brave with his story of abuse, addiction, and an attempted suicide.
Kate Pieper LMFT is an amazing, down to earth, and compassionate therapist that has helped SO many people.
Together, they teach you how to slow down, practice self-care, and give yourself grace, whatever that looks like for you (they help you figure that part out too!).

I was fortunate enough to participate in a group study of the Advanced Reader Copy, in exchange for an honest review. With a history of depression and anxiety, I knew I had to give this my all. Hands down, one of the best things that I have ever done for myself. Bless you Steve Austin and Kate Pieper for teaching people how to "self-care" and showing us that "messy grace" is perfectly ok.

[Lana]

Steve Austin has a gift for touching the wounds of the soul with his words and a whole lot of messy grace. I worked through this book for the month of October with a beta group, and I found what he presented to be challenging in such a loving and healing manner. I wish this came with videos, because if y'all heard the accent that comes with the words he writes, it would be so much more real. He makes me laugh so hard sometimes, and that's one of the best kinds of self-care. Love, peace, and chicken grease!