Becoming Wholehearted, A Journey into Authenticity

What does it mean to become wholehearted?

We tend to think of the head and the heart as being in competition. Perhaps the head should rule the heart because rationality is sensible and dependable; or perhaps the heart should rule the head because life becomes more spontaneous, exciting and authentic when we follow our feelings.

Becoming Wholehearted explores another possibility.

What if we could develop a rich relationship of trust with our hearts, allowing our head and heart to work together rather than allowing either one to dominate?

That is the starting point for this 31-day journey into authenticity.

But there is a problem

Our hearts can be wounded. Life happens to us. Our experiences can affect the way we see ourselves, other people and God. They can leave us carrying fear, shame, rejection, disappointment and beliefs that aren’t true.

So before our heads can fully benefit from what our hearts carry, our hearts may need healing.

And that is a journey in itself.

Wholehearted isn’t simply whole-hearted

There is a distinction worth making. To be whole-hearted is to be completely committed to something. To be wholehearted is something different. It’s about becoming increasingly integrated and authentic as a person; it’s about learning to listen to what is happening within us without simply allowing our emotions to run our lives.

It’s about becoming increasingly able to bring what is happening in our hearts into relationship with God.

31 days to explore

Each day offers something to think about and explore.

The aim isn’t to give you a formula for becoming wholehearted. It’s to encourage you to become curious about your own heart and to consider what God might be showing you.

You’ll probably discover something you hadn’t recognised before, you’ll certainly find yourself challenged.

You will find healing.

The journey towards authenticity begins with becoming honest about what is really going on inside us.

What readers have said

“An excellent book. Darrell Cocup coaches the reader in heart healing, offering wise teaching and facilitating practical activations. He covers topics that could feel heavy with lightness and a touch of humour. I recommend this book for anyone who is wanting to live more authentically and at peace with themselves.”

“Having spent too long going round in circles, this book was like a friend coming alongside me, leading me along a path of perfectly positioned stepping stones, each step leading to deeper insight into the intangible world of my subconscious beliefs and subsequent healing. The narrative is stripped back, presenting each point with laser precision. I believe this book is a uniquely valuable resource for anyone who is sick and tired of being sick and tired, and is serious about wanting to get the best out of the rest of their lives. An exciting resource for the Church today!”

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