Tonya's Favorites

Books, creative tools, meaningful resources, and little things that inspire me along the way.

Welcome to the Transition

* A Creative Field Guide for the In-Between *

Welcome to the Transition is a 13-page downloadable guide to help you slow down, reconnect with yourself, and explore the possibilities within seasons of change.

Through reflection, journaling prompts, and creative exercises, you'll find space to explore your identity, embrace curiosity, and become more present in your own life.

Inside, you'll explore:

- Identity and the stories we tell ourselves

- Journaling and self-reflection

- Creativity as a tool for discovery

- Mindful awareness and embodiment

- Making room for what's next

You don't need to be an artist, a writer, or have all the answers. Just bring your curiosity.

Your next chapter doesn't have to begin with certainty. It can begin with a question.

Created by Tonya Bruton

Get the Field Guide - $11

Recommended Books & Resources

These are books and resources I personally recommend that have encouraged, challenged, or inspired me in areas of faith, healing, recovery, spiritual growth, mental health, and authentic Christian living. Some are deeply theological, some are practical, and some simply meet you right where you are.

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Tonya's Favorites

Recommended Books & Resources

Purity of Heart Is to Will One Thing — Søren Kierkegaard

The Kierkegaard book I’m reading right now—an intense little book about willing one thing, inward honesty, and what it means to live without a divided heart.

Books & Ideas

Talens Art Creation Beginner Oil Painting Kit

Oils are the next medium I want to try. I’m including this little beginner kit because I want something approachable enough to experiment without pretending I know what I’m doing yet.

Art & Journaling

2-pack photograghy Lighting Kit

2-Pack Photography Lighting Kit, NiceVeedi 25W LED Video Light Kit, 2900-7000K Dimmable Studio Light with Tripod Stand, 73" Stream Light for Video Recording

Recording & Content Creation

Wired Over Ear Headphones

DJ Headphones Over Ear Headphones Studio Monitor & Mixing DJ Stereo Headsets with 50mm Neodymium Drivers and 1/4 to 3.5mm Jack for AMP Computer Recording Podcast Keyboard Guitar Laptop (Black)

Recording & Content Creation

Holy, Hormonal, and Holding On — Diane Ferreira

A relatable and faith-filled encouragement for women navigating midlife, hormones, emotional exhaustion, marriage struggles, identity shifts, and trusting God through changing seasons.

Faith & Spirituality

Watchman Nee Collection

A deeper theological collection focused on spiritual growth, surrender, authority, and learning to walk in the Spirit rather than the flesh.

Faith & Spirituality

Unchurching — Richard Jacobson

An encouraging resource for believers who love Jesus but feel disconnected from traditional church systems and are searching for authentic spiritual family and community.

Faith & Spirituality

Grit And Grace: 365 Two-Minute Devotionals — Eric Speir

Short, encouraging daily devotionals perfect for busy people needing quick moments of hope, Scripture, and spiritual encouragement throughout the day.

Faith & Spirituality

Dear Alcohol, I’m Breaking Up With You

A structured 90-day guided sobriety journal for women featuring writing prompts, wellness check-ins, motivational reflections, and recovery exercises.

Recovery & Wellness

Still In It — Cassie Uptmore

An honest and compassionate 365-day recovery companion for women navigating the difficult, messy middle of healing and sobriety.

Recovery & Wellness

QASHWEY Sobriety Encouragement Candle

A comforting lavender-scented candle designed as an inspirational sobriety and recovery gift for men or women.

Recovery & Wellness

Just For Today Recovery T-Shirt

Inspired by the “Just For Today” recovery mindset commonly used in AA and NA communities.

Recovery & Wellness

Recovery Matters Awareness Shirt

A recovery awareness shirt supporting addiction recovery advocacy and encouragement.

Recovery & Wellness

ESV Scripture Journal: Proverbs

A paperback Scripture journal for Proverbs featuring artwork by Ruth Chou Simons.

Art & Journaling

The Complex PTSD Workbook

A mind-body workbook for emotional regulation, healing, and recovery.

Mental Health & Trauma

Hang On, Let Go — Frank Viola

A powerful and deeply encouraging book for anyone walking through grief, disappointment, uncertainty, or spiritual exhaustion.

Faith & Spirituality

Jesus Manifesto — Leonard Sweet & Frank Viola

A bold call to bring Jesus back to the center of Christianity.

Faith & Spirituality

BLIEVE Bible Highlighters & Gel Pens

Aesthetic Bible journaling highlighters and gel pens with soft ink and minimal bleed-through.

Art & Journaling

Google Pixel 11 Pro

My newest everyday camera is technically my phone. I just bought the Pixel 11 Pro, and the camera has been ridiculously good for quick photographs when I don’t have my Canon in my hand.

Photography & Tech

4k USB webcam

AOC 4k Webcam for PC with Microphone, Computer Camera with Noise Cancellation, Privacy Cover, 99° FOV, Plug & Play USB Webcam for Streaming, Conferencing, Zoom, Skype, Facetime, Laptop, PC, Skype

Recording & Content Creation

XLR Cables for Microphones

XLR Cables 6ft 2 Pack Microphone Cable, XLR Male to Female Balanced Microphone Cord 3 pin, Oxygen-Free Copper (OFC) Nylon Braided Short mic Cord

Recording & Content Creation

Maono Wireless Podcast Microphone

MAONO PD100W Wireless/USB Microphone, PC Gaming Mic with One-Click Noise Reduction,Mute Button,Custom RGB, 3.5mm Headphone Jack, Desktop Dynamic Streaming Mic for Recording,Podcasting, Black

Recording & Content Creation

Jesus: A Theography — Leonard Sweet & Frank Viola

A unique book on Scripture that traces the story of Jesus throughout the entire Bible from Genesis to Revelation.

Faith & Spirituality

Finding Organic Church — Frank Viola

A practical guide for building healthy Christian community outside rigid systems and performance-driven church culture.

Faith & Spirituality

Grit, Grind, and God’s Grace — Devin Ashlee Reed

A personal story of resilience, faith, and rebuilding after loss.

Books & Ideas

The 5-Minute Gratitude Journal — Sophia Godkin

A quick and encouraging gratitude journal filled with short prompts to help build positivity, mindfulness, and emotional wellness one day at a time.

Art & Journaling