I received a complimentary copy and this review is entirely my own.
I love Holley Gerth and this book did not disappoint., as an introvert, it was spot on!
Very helpful and enjoyed it.

I loved this. It made me feel better about being and Introvert. Because its what God created and designed me to be.

Fantastic!

I treasured and soaked up every day of this devotion as I read. This is an excellent gift for the Introvert you know.

"The Powerful Purpose of Introverts"--Yes!

There are tips and suggestions for how to implement the best of you (the introvert) into your day. Read it slowly--as we often do as Introverts--and let the thoughts here stew in your mind and spirit. It gives you permission to be who God wired you to be. I absolutely love this book. I like the quotes from Introvert. I like the Breath Prayers that you can take with you all week long. And yes, we need to be reminded to slow down and think about the day so I also liked the "journaling" section at the end of each day.

Introvert by Design is a guided journal for introverts, with a short devotion and some writing prompts to help examine the day, lessen the overwhelm that introverts can easily have, and to examine the thoughts and feelings in this moment. I found the devotions good, even encouraging and I really liked the writing prompts. I think this would be a great gift to an introvert as well.

I love journals, and I love anything to do with introversion--so I was especially excited to check out this guided journal. I've listened to the author on a couple podcasts, so knew she knew her stuff--she's done her research!

And overall I am quite pleased with the book. I'll admit I had mixed feelings about phrases such as our "true selves," "realign[ing] with our true identity," and "honoring [our needs]"--it felt very much right out of the self-love/care movement. Now, I am all for taking care of ourselves...but the end goal can feel a little nebulous from messenger to messenger, and I want to honor God in the process--as I knew Gerth would too.

I recently read Allie Beth Stuckey's _You're Not Enough_ book and would now really like to get her and Gerth together. I appreciated how Gerth went on to quantify some of the aforementioned statements, but want to gently challenge this and some of the other hot-button terms mentioned--to root ourselves in God as the source of truth and sufficiency, not ourselves. (And Gerth does get to this, very nicely, in Chapter 9; similarly, her discussion in Chapter 11 about not being glory chasers, but instead being servants, was powerful.)

I loved the inclusion of scriptures stating quiet is "something positive and powerful", as well as Gerth's discussions of routines vs. rhythms, playing to our strengths, the importance of rest (and its seven different kinds!), and how many cultures value a quiet nature (in contrast to, for example, the American elevation of extroversion).

So--yes, I did gently vet the read, but also found it very insightful and worth the effort. Being a guided journal, doing the work paired well with the nature of the book anyway.

I'm sure that reading Gerth's other books would only expand on the ideas presented here, and look forward to reading them!

I received an eARC of the book from the publisher via NetGalley. All opinions are my own.

I am an introvert, and this book very much spoke into my heart during a time in my life when I needed it most.

I looked forward to reading the devotional each day.

By talking about her own experiences, Gerth made me think about my own life and challenged me to lean into my own introversion and who God created me to be.

I really enjoyed the journal format and taking time each day to look back on the previous day, focus on the current day, and then journal anything and everything that I needed to get off of my mind. This is a practice I hope to continue now that I've finished this journal.

I highly recommend this book if you are an introvert who needs encouragement, wants to reflect on your life, or needs a reminder to embrace being an introvert.

*I received a copy of this book from NetGalley. This review is my own opinion*

As an introvert I was excited to read this book, but unfortunately the lack of accuracy was bothersome. The fact that introverts are all quiet and shy is a misconception, and one this book continues to push. Introversion has to do with how one's battery is charged and depleted, many introverts are shy and quiet but many are outgoing and talkative.

Holley Gerth has become one of those authors that I like following, mainly because she not only 'gets' me, but is a lot like me. Introverted yet powerful. I love this new book Introvert by Design, because it isn't just a book, it's a great guided thirty one day journal as well. Each day starts with a title and a bit of an explanation related to that title, whether it's a story, reflection, or insight. Section one helps us focus on being 'in this moment' starting with a scripture focus followed by a short breath prayer, and a practical application or question to help you sit in this moment a little bit longer with intentionality, and ends with a wonderful quote by other fellow introverts. Section two helps us reflect on our yesterday with some prompts to fill out. Section three helps us focus on today with a different set of prompts, but it's helping us focus on tangible things, which is great. The last section is thoughts, feelings, and all the things, because again, introverts are a reflective type of people and it's good to not just think about these things, but to get them out of your head and written down. This is a wonderful journal that would be a great gift for a whole lot of different reasons and occasions.
*I received a copy of this book from NetGalley. This review is my own opinion*

Introvert by Design is a guided journal for introverts, with a short devotion and some writing prompts to help examine the day, lessen the overwhelm that introverts can easily have, and to examine the thoughts and feelings in this moment. I found the devotions good, even encouraging and I really liked the writing prompts. I think this would be a great gift to an introvert as well.

I really enjoyed Holley’s book ‘the powerful purpose of introverts’ and this is the perfect companion journal, building and developing on the points raised in the book.

I loved the daily readings, like in the book I felt seen and it helped me understand more of my unique purpose as an introvert. I really appreciated the daily breath prayer and the daily rhythm of the journaling prompts.

This would make a wonderful gift.

Thank you to the author, publisher and NetGalley UK for a free ebook in exchange for an honest review.

Holley Gerth writes about introversion clearing up some of the misconceptions that go along with that. This book is slightly different than her previous books, in that this is an interactive journey for you as an introvert to work through. This book gives examples of how introverts feel or are perceived by the world, and why the way introverts are is good. There is a suggested short prayer to pray, and some questions for reflection to help you understand your introvert self better and be more comfortable with who you are.

There are some very interesting facts mentioned in this book, which were eye opening. And as an introvert, I was able to relate to this book and Holley's experiences. Who knew, I'm not alone after all.

A great book for introverts and even for extroverts who wish to understand that introverts in their lives better.

This 31-day journal is a perfect way to celebrate being an introvert. I loved the fact that you can journal alongside the chapters, too. There are short devotions, questions, breath moments, and relevant scripture in each chapter. The author reminds the reader that God made them the way they are for a purpose. I also enjoyed the focus on the seven types of rest that each introvert needs (physical, mental, sensory, creative, emotional, social, and spiritual). An informative and encouraging book!

Holley Gerth is a best-selling writer of Bible studies and other Bible materials for women, so I was happy to see that she had a new book out. And I was particularly interested once I saw this book was all about introverts! "Introvert by Design: A Guided Journal for Living with New Confidence in Who You're Created to Be" is a 31 day journal meant to help introverts see that they were made on purpose and for a purpose. Each section features a short devotional, prayer, inspiring quote, and journaling section to jot down any thoughts.

I appreciated how Gerth reframes what we need as "holy confidence" rather than the more worldly idea of self esteem. She also listed 7 kinds of rest that each introvert needs: physical, mental, sensory, creative, emotional, social, and spiritual.

This was a quick read, and would be an encouraging journal for someone who is wondering why God made them to be introverted. Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC. All opinions are my own.

Introverts of the world unite! I loved and appreciated Holley’s book The Power of Introverts, and this one pairs perfectly with it. The questions and prompts for further consideration/action are great. I appreciate myself more as an introvert as well as those around me. So good!

I received an arc from NetGalley and this is my honest opinion.

If you are an introvert this book will certainly resonate with you. It has beautiful chapters that can be split into days and if you enjoy journaling this book allows the reader to journal alongside the chapters.

I love the questions, breath moments, and related scripture that apply to each chapter.

"I believe what introverts need most is not a skill set but a shift in mindset. It's the courage to decide that who God created us to be is enough. It's the bravery to see that for us, "loving well" looks different. It's the bold step of showing up as we are, with vulnerability and without apology."

I would like to first thank Fleming H. Revell Company for granting me an ARC through Netgalley. I greatly appreciate it!

I absolutely loved this book for many reasons. The main reason being that I'm an introvert, and many of the things described in this guide are things I've struggled with most of life...until recently. Much like the author, I used to burn myself out in trying to be an extrovert. I would force myself to be outwardly joyful by trying to be the "life of the party" or by comparing myself to an extrovert friend who, no matter the circumstance, was always energetic and kept a fast pace in life without resting. However, I ultimately found myself becoming more and more resentful at myself and what I believed to be my "flaws".

It was only when I learned to accept myself that I found true freedom from the lies. This guidebook is precisely that: freedom from the lies that introverts have come to believe. Reading this guidebook is taking that first step to transforming our mindset. After every chapter, space is provided to journal about the things which lift or drain an introvert, which helps the reader to better understand personal efficiency as an introvert. Although some of the information provided in this guidebook I had already learned on my own, it is still a wonderful confirmation that I am on the right track in my walk as an introvert. Fellow introverts, this is a must read!

Such a wonderful resource that reminded me of things I know about myself as an introvert. A reminder to always be the person God created me to be, unique in every way, made for his delight and pleasure.