Martin Jamie C - Introverted mom: your guide to more calm, less guilt, and quiet joy

This book combines two of my favorite things: personality insights and literary heroines.

ANNE BOGEL, FOUNDER OF MODERN MRS. DARCY AND AUTHOR OF READING PEOPLE

Introverted Mom is a steady stream of inspiration for those of us who regularly feel depleted keeping up with the pace and decibel of an extroverted world. As I read Jamies words, I felt more affirmed than I have in a long time. Seeing my own introverted tendencies as worthy traits and not needy quirks completely shifts the focus away from feeling not enough to celebrating the gifts that come with my personality. I wish I could set a copy of this book on the night stand of every introverted mother to remind her that understanding herself more deeply, making peace with who she is and designing her life to honor her natural traits is the greatest gift she can offer herself and her family.

LISA GRACE BYRNE, FOUNDER AND DIRECTOR OF WELLGROUNDED LIFE

In a world that urges us to do more and be more, Jamie invites introverted moms to embrace the way God created us. With quick wit and charming literary profiles, each chapter will leave you feeling like youve just had a cup of tea with a new friend. Im so glad Jamie had the courage to put into words the reality so many of us face on a daily basis, reminding us that we are not alone.

ASHERITAH CIUCIU, FOUNDER OF ONE THING ALONE AND AUTHOR OF FULL

Jamie is a genius for taking the time to write this book. I think every woman should read it. We all want to run away and refuel on a regular basis, which is essential to emotional, spiritual and mental health. Jamie gives us permission and validation to care for ourselves. As a fellow introvert, I wish Id had this book many years ago!

SALLY CLARKSON, AUTHOR, SPEAKER, MOTHER, AND FELLOW INTROVERT AT SALLYCLARKSON.COM

Though Ive been an introverted mom for over fifteen years, I still found myself reading Jamies words with a highlighter in one hand and a tissue in the other. Its a relief to be reminded that my introversion is not a burden to my family, but a gift. Introverted Mom is a timely reminder to lean in to who we are and how were made. I wish Id had this book when my kids were babies!

EMILY P. FREEMAN, WALL STREET JOURNAL BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF SIMPLY TUESDAY

As a mom of six, I spent too many years following advice that didnt fit my introverted temperament. I wish Id had Jamie Martins book years ago! Jamie gives people like me permission to be ourselves and offers unique tips for how to thrive in our daily lives.

JENNIFER FULWILER, SIRIUSXM RADIO HOST AND AUTHOR OF ONE BEAUTIFUL DREAM

What I love most about Jamie Martins Introverted Mom is her insightful encouragement to accept and embrace our own style of motherhood. We might all share the title of Mom, but we all possess different strengths, limits, tendencies, visions and heart compositions that set us apart. This book offers tangible ways of honoring our personalities, while gaining so many of Martins now famous how-tos on becoming our best, most authentic selves.

JESSICA KASTNER, AUTHOR OF HIDING FROM THE KIDS IN MY PRAYER CLOSET AND BLOGGER AT JESSICAKASTNER.COM

Creatively woven with the wisdom of classic literary cohorts, Jamies voice in these pages offers hope for the hidden 50 percent. Finally: a motherhood anthem we introverts can dance to. (Quietly. In our bedrooms. Alone.)

ERIN LOECHNER, FOUNDER OF OTHERGOOSE.COM AND AUTHOR OF CHASING SLOW

Im an extrovert, but I was delighted to discover myself in so many of this books pages, too. We all have to both extrovert and introvert at different times, after all. Jamies book is nourishing for the soul.

SARAH MACKENZIE, AUTHOR OF THE READ-ALOUD FAMILY AND CREATOR OF THE READ-ALOUD REVIVAL PODCAST

I cant tell you how many emails I have received from worn-out, introverted moms hiding in their bathrooms, the only place of brief respite in their homes. At last, Jamie Martin has written a book specifically for you, and in these pages you will begin to let go of unattainable extroverted mom ideals and find rest and strength to live and love as yourselves. Close the bathroom door, open this book, and be free!

ADAM MCHUGH, AUTHOR OF INTROVERTS IN THE CHURCH

Introverted Mom reminded me that introversion/extroversion is a spectrum, and that we identify with aspects of both sides at different seasons of our lives. Even though I lean toward the extroverted side of that spectrum, the loud, 24/7 role of motherhood has made me more aware than ever of my need to get away and recharge. Jamies words showed me that Im not alone in that need and gave me a guilt-free permission slip to care for myself.

ERIN ODOM, AUTHOR OF MORE THAN JUST MAKING IT AND CREATOR OF THEHUMBLEDHOMEMAKER.COM

This book is the encouragement I wish I had when my kids were younger. In these pages, Jamie manages to both lovingly remind us introverts that were not alone in our parenting experiences, and inspire us to roll up our sleeves and do the beautiful work of raising our kids our way, leaning into the way were made instead of fighting against it. Her voice is full of wisdom, humor, and much needed here-in-the-trenches-with-you.

TSH OXENREIDER, AUTHOR OF AT HOME IN THE WORLD

Parenting is hard. It requires being around people constantly; little people who are loud and messy and inquisitive without end. Their ceaseless energy has the power to weary the most outgoing, extroverted mom, and for the introverted mom this can prove crippling. Introverted Mom is a gift to those of us who have struggled to find a peaceful and gentle rhythm in this chaotic season of our lives.

WENDY SPEAKE, CO-AUTHOR OF TRIGGERS

Jamie has a beautiful way of meeting introverted moms right where they are and giving them tools for carrying on. Her encouragement throughout these pages is genuine, practical, and tangible. I felt understood and validated for who I am. What a gift. Introverted Mom is going to give many women a huge sigh of relief and confidence to navigate life in a way that feels authentic to them.

RACHEL MACY STAFFORD, NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF HANDS FREE MAMA

After becoming a mom to an extroverted firstborn, I started to wonder if I might be an introvert, despite the fact that I am social and outgoing. Now Im four kids into this motherhood gig, and my introverted side definitely struggles to cope! Reading Introverted Mom reminded me that Im not alone in feeling overwhelmed by the joyful noises that fill my home, that needing to recharge doesnt make me a bad mom, and that there are practical steps I can take to feed my quiet-loving heart. Drawing on the wisdom of some of my favorite literary introverts, Jamie Martins encouraging book is a balm to the soul.

HALEY STEWART, AUTHOR OF THE GRACE OF ENOUGH

As a mother of five and a full-time work-at-home mom, this book was nourishment for my tired spirit. Reading it was like having a (quiet) cup of tea with a friend. The pages are filled with empathy and understanding for the exhausted introvert who feels like shes not enough. Introverted Mom inspired me to own my strengths, and it helped me to feel less alone on my motherhood journey.

SUSAN STORM, FOUNDER OF PSYCHOLOGYJUNKIE.COM

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