Jennifer Dukes Lee writes words that inspire and encourage, they challenge and push you forward, and her latest book, "How to Love Your Mornings" is no different.

There are times where her book will speak right to your heart and give you the encouragement that you need to give this pursuit a shot of being a morning person. Then there are other times where she speaks to the mind, showing how the science behind it all works.

While each chapter has practical steps we can take, applications we can add to our every day lives, they also hold a wealth of biblical knowledge and wisdom that remind us the true Source of it all.

You might not think that you are a morning person, but I'd encourage you to give JDL a chance to prove you wrong! I know she did that for me.

I grabbed this on a whim and ended up reading it in two sittings. How to Love Your Morning is a refreshing take on the whole "morning routine" trend instead of productivity hacks and cold plunges, it centers faith and intentionality. The daily habits it suggests feel doable for real life, not just for people who wake up at 5am naturally.

The writing is warm and encouraging without being preachy. Each chapter is short enough to read with your coffee, and the faith-based perspective gives the whole thing a sense of purpose that most self-help books miss. It reminded me that mornings don't have to be perfect to be meaningful.

If you're someone who hits snooze five times and feels guilty about it, this book meets you where you are. Small shifts, genuine encouragement, and a clear why behind it all.

In a world obsessed with 5 a.m. productivity hacks and rigid morning routines, Jennifer Dukes Lee's How to Love Your Morning offers a refreshing, faith-centered alternative: what if loving your morning is less about the clock and more about inviting God's new mercies into whatever your real life looks like?

Drawing from an in-depth study of every morning scene in the Bible, Lee reframes the start of the day as a sacred opportunity for hope, peace, and purpose. She blends practical habits, reflective questions, Scripture, and her signature warm wit to help readers build rituals and routines that feel sustainable rather than stressful. The book emphasizes that mornings aren't one-size-fits-all — they're deeply personal invitations to meet with God right where we are.

What resonated most with me was how inclusive the book feels. Many Christian (& secular) books on routines seem geared primarily toward stay-at-home moms with young kids, but Lee thoughtfully addresses women in every season — including working professionals without children, a space that often feels overlooked. Whether you're navigating a busy career, empty-nest adjustments, or simply trying to start the day with intention amid the chaos of modern life, there's something here that honors your unique rhythms.

I especially appreciated the deep dive into the four morning archetypes. Lee helps readers identify their natural tendencies (such as the Meditative Mind who craves quiet stillness, the Daytime Doer energized by action, the Morning Mover who thrives on gentle movement, or the Social Seeker who lights up through connection). This framework isn't about boxing yourself in but about understanding yourself better so you can craft mornings that align with how God wired you — reducing guilt and increasing joy. It felt empowering and freeing, like permission to stop forcing someone else's "perfect" morning and start embracing your own.

Lee's writing is encouraging without being preachy, practical without being overwhelming, and rooted in biblical truth. She reminds us that God's mercies really are new every morning (Lamentations 3:22-23), turning the sunrise into a daily reminder of fresh starts and grace.

If you're tired of morning guilt or longing for a more intentional, joy-filled start to your days, this book is a gift. Highly recommended for women of faith at any stage — especially those who want faith-filled habits that actually fit their lives rather than add to the pressure. I'll be returning to the reflective questions and archetype insights for years to come.

A beautiful, timely read that left me excited to greet the next morning with more hope and less hustle.

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.