Practice You: A Journal

The watercolor artwork throughout this journal is beyond beautiful and the quality of the book itself is superb. The pages are thicker than I expected like a canvas paper, yet smooth . The open minded journal prompts allow you to answer/journal however you choose, but require the practice of thoughtfulness and self-awareness. I love how the author incorporates nine aspects of being - embody, home, dignity, love, listen, insight, wisdom, integrity, and freedom. Each aspect is a different color which helps keep the journal organized without the need for a table of contents. I will be purchasing more of these journals in the future as gifts for my friends, as I know they’ll love it as much as I do!

I purchased the cards at my favorite local yoga apparel and studio and my practice has expanded. This journal was a must buy! Both the cards and journal are a perfect compliment to one another. I feared they might have been repetitive with one another and would have purchased regardless because of the quality and Brower’s amazing style that provides guidance but unique for any individual beginner to those who have practiced mindfulness regularly. I’m taking care with the pace I write and meditate because I will certainly be purchasing anything Elena Brower has or will release. As a beginner I am so grateful to have been introduced to the author’s material!!!!

This journal is a temple for the soul. The dedication spoke to me especially since my mother passed when I was a young girl. She was big on journaling. So right from the first page it had me. Each chapter is gorgeous. The pictures pop off the page making it seem like you are the one placing the sacred feathers in your book. The colors are coordinated with the chakras yet no mention of them which is nice. A divine mirror of who we are. As above so below. I am especially enjoying the guidance in the beginning of each chapter. It helps the feeling of "am I doing this right?" disappear. Fearlessly journaling I am discovering so much of myself. Freedom reigning supreme. I have ordered more for both of my daughters. Every one should have a copy of Practice You.

This journal is beautiful in every way a book can be. First there is the feel of the thick, first quality paper it is made from, then there are the watercolor designs and pictures on every page. Finally there are the messages and questions to contemplate that will make you think about how you see yourself and the way you allow the people and world around you to affect how you feel and act.This journal recommends meditation in each section and if you are not a meditator some of the phrases my seem confusing but even if you are not there is message after message that we can all understand:"This is what I admire most about myself today""This is how it feels when I believe in myself""This is what home feels like"There are sections where you are asked to write a letter/poem to your 6, 9, etc. year old self. This may seem pointless and strange to someone who had a happy childhood but for those of us who didn't, these sections, (and most of us will never actually write the letter) can help to remember that dark time with the knowledge that things got better - a healing experience that makes letting go of past hurts easier.I bought this for myself and read through each page before beginning any writing inside. I realized immediately that this would be a perfect gift for a friend who had been treated badly (and wrongly) at work. Her confidence had been shattered by people who's opinions don't matter. She doesn't meditate or journal but I knew that the messages in this book would, simply by reading them, help her to recognize her value and importance to herself, the world, and the many people who care about her. She loves it and I know she has been uplifted by thinking about the simple phrases that are so beautifully presented.I would have no hesitation in buying this again and again for anyone I thought needed it or simply likes beautiful things.

I bought this as a gift for a friend and now it's on my Christmas list. I've been practicing with Elena Brower through YogaGlo since July. It's been the single most important daily routine in my life. I find her energy to be calming and very grounding. She explains poses in a better way than many previous teachers I've used in the past. I have become a devotee of hatha solely through her detailed explanations of form. I used to do faster yoga but I've found a happy medium between yin and yang in hatha. This journal is a perfect complement to a yoga and meditation practice. I liked the prompts - they're different than what many journals will have, more abstract. The artwork is very nice, too.

I love this journal! It is so thought provoking and playful. Great pictures, great notes and great ideas. I have so many journals I have bought but not used as much as I like, not this one. I loved it so much I bought copies for some friends as gifts. The only reason it gets 4 out of 5 starts is I found it a bit difficult to write in because of the binding. I took it into a staples and had it spiral bound (problem fixed!)

Oh man, I wish there were more journals like this. It is beautiful and inspiring. The quality of the paper is great, so if I use a heavy marker, it does not bleed through the pages. I added my own collage images to the pages throughout the journal and again, the weight of the paper was such good quality that there was no crinkling or wavy pages from the glue stick. This ups my journal game by a lot!

Muy lindo, las ilustraciones y las actividades son hermosas

I love this joirnal. It makes you take a deep, spiritual journal through your internal self. It brings up things I didn't know about myself out loud. beautifully designed and gives you the freedom to write, draw or just leave the page as it is. Some of the prompts are beyond my spiritual understanding and ability to articulate what I feel into words. Yet has also helped to make my spiritual reality tangible. Love it

Il journal è veramente carino, di facile comprensione e soprattutto con dei disegni fantastici, la grafica top. Molto interessante da fare e compilare!Arrivato in tempo, imballaggio perfetto.

One of the most valuable books for me. It always guides me when I am lost and when I am looking for answers and a deeper connection to myself. After years i collected so much knowledge about myself in this book and I still use it regularly as a reminder, inspiration or guide. Thank you

This is the most beautiful journal I have ever purchased. The paper is wonderfully thick, weighty and feels very luxurious and sturdy. The watercolour art work within is lovely. And I adore the layout with the many different topics. All designed to gain a greater understanding and appreciation of who you are as an individual. There are motivational phrases peppered all the way through and I know I’m going to really enjoy working my way through this journal. I will probably be very sad when it comes to an end.I think if you are looking to improve your relationship with yourself, build your self-esteem. Or just develop a greater understanding of who you are. Then I feel this guided journal will be ideal for you.I’ve been journaling independently for years. But following a very challenging time of ill health. I have noted that my self-esteem has drastically dropped. So I wanted to use a technique I already have developed, to aid me in my recovery. So even if you have experience of journalling. I still think you will appreciate what this one has to offer. Plus, if you are a beginner starting out. Then the guided processes of this journal will give you a wonderful introduction to the process. While allowing you develop personally as well.Absolutely worth the money. I was surprised by its size, considering how reasonable the price is. If another is ever released, I will automatically purchase it.