Restless for More

Author: Heidi McLaughlin
Genre: Christian Living/Self-Helf

Our plates are full and our souls remain empty. The media bombards us with a false sense of empowerment-that we can do whatever it takes to make us feel good. But the truth is, we'll never find our deepest fulfillment through more pursuits, working harder or being smarter. We find joy and fulfillment through an intimate loving relationship with God and through healthy and loving connections with others. How do we do this? By following the example of Jesus and walking out love in action through the "one another" biblical principles.

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Reviewer: Kathleen Murphy

Scripture-based lessons to put into daily living is what I so appreciate from Restless for More by Heidi McLlaughlin.

This book is full of true stories of loss, learning, and hope along with scripture verses, external references, and practical exercises. This combination opened my mind in many areas and caused me to reflect on where I am now and where I want to “grow”. The vulnerability and honesty shared by the author lead me to go deeper into unexplored areas of my life. I was not alone in my journey, as I was accompanied by Heidi’s writing, paper and pen, and most importantly time with the Lord in prayer. 

I highly recommend this book to a believer who is eager and ready to “grow” to their next level and lean in closer to the Lord.

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Reviewer: Edwina Cowgill

In her latest book, Restless for More: Fulfillment in Unexpected Places, author Heidi McLaughlin has struck a chord with the majority of women everywhere. At some point, and perhaps more than once, most women go through a period of restlessness. With openness and vulnerability, Ms. McLaughlin writes from her own experiences. She speaks of the reasons we are restless and how we attempt to fulfill that emptiness, answer that restless feeling by shopping, or eating, or having more, or doing more, or accomplishing more. The fulfillment we receive from these various activities, if we receive any, is short-lived and we find ourselves more restless than ever.

Ms. McLaughlin proceeds to give us thirteen unusual and unexpected places to find fulfillment, such as a place of grace, wherein she gives us practical advice: to get the proper amount of rest; eat nutritious meals; slow down. Equally important, she offers spiritual advice: spend time with God--in prayer, in His word, in quiet times. In this time, He will restore your soul and you will have true fulfillment.

Other areas that Ms. McLaughlin states we can find fulfillment are through solitude; through God's extravagant love; through honoring one another; blessing one another and many more. 

At the end of each chapter, Ms. McLaughlin includes a section titled "S.T.O.P. and Ask God to Fulfill Your Soul." The letter 'S' is for Scripture; 'T' for Thanksgiving; 'O' is for Observation; and 'P' for Prayer. These sections are an excellent way to close each chapter.

I've always heard it said that "a book is judged by its cover." That is the only criticism I have for Restless for More. Although the cover conveys the message of a woman being in a hurry, I don't think it is a true representation of the title. The cover is not appealing and looks incomplete.

I was given a free copy of this book for my honest review. I was not influenced by anyone's opinion nor does this review reflect the opinion of the publisher.

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