Courageously Soft
Daring to Keep a Tender Heart in a Tough World

I marked this book with ink and tears. As I flipped back through the pages after finishing, I realized I don't quite have the words to describe this book. The premise is somewhat simple: the circumstances of the world teach us to harden ourselves to be strong, to be safe, to protect ourselves. And ye......more

This book is so good and so needed. While my life looks very different than Rush's, I found myself totally understanding the desire to close my heart yet also seeing the importance of keeping a tender heart. She was open, honest, and gave so much practical advice. I feel like every woman should read......more

Charaia tells her story with honesty, depth, theological clarity, and hope. This is a book I want to give to everyone I know! I underlined something every few pages, but here’s one of my favorite passages that captures the heart of the book: “Staying soft isn’t the fruit of our might but the fullness......more

A tender, gently challenging nudge to stay tender even when you need to leave, to speak up, and to confront. I did notice a mixing of biblical and therapeutic definitions of forgiveness, but overall her message is solid.......more

This is a book I already know I will revisit and re-read time and time again. Charaia is certainly a gifted writer, and this message is so timely and necessary. Forever grateful for her vulnerability and her beautiful words.......more