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Reviewed by Richard Prause for Readers' Favorite
In Heart Jam Journey, Hayley Shines talks about her struggles with people pleasing, self-doubt, and ignoring her own needs. She mixes personal stories with practical steps, creating what she calls the H-E-A-R-T Jam practice. This five-step process guides readers to pay attention to their inner dialogue, accept every part of themselves, notice how emotions show up in the body, challenge old beliefs, and build trust in themselves and in a higher power. Hayley places strong attention on healing the inner child and moving from shame and “not enough” thinking toward a sense of abundance and self-compassion. Each chapter includes journaling prompts and simple exercises that help readers apply the ideas. The book doesn't say you will get better right away. It shows that healing takes time and honesty. So, are you ready to examine yourself and take responsibility for your own growth? I think this book can really show you how.
Heart Jam Journey by Hayley Shines is a memoir and self-help book in one. I respect that the author is honest about her struggles instead of pretending everything in her life is perfect. The H-E-A-R-T Jam method makes the book easier to follow, but never makes it seem overly formal. I caught some repeated points, but that repetition works nicely because genuine growth often needs to be reinforced. The exercises are simple enough to try. The chapters on self-abandonment and inner child work stood out to me because they connect emotional patterns to normal day-to-day actions. Once I finished the book, I caught myself noticing my habits and where I still shy away from discomfort. The message stuck because it suggested small steps rather than dramatic changes, which felt honest and doable.
