Registered dietitian, sports nutrition specialist, and founder of 'Purposeful Fueling', Beth McCall, has announced the release of her debut book, 'Hello Peace', published by Lucid Books. The book weaves together McCall's personal story of overcoming an eating disorder, pregnancy, and motherhood with biblical truth, practical reflection, and guided journaling prompts. It aims to help women trade fear, comparison, and shame for lasting peace in Christ.
In a culture that often pressures women to meet impossible standards, 'Hello Peace' offers an invitation to abandon the pursuit of perfection and find freedom in God's unchanging love. McCall, who has spent over a decade counseling high school, collegiate, and professional athletes as a sports nutrition specialist, emphasizes that true health extends beyond physical wellness. 'Our culture spends so much time teaching women how to change their bodies,' she said. 'God wants to transform our hearts. Real freedom comes when our identity is anchored in Christ instead of our reflection in the mirror.'
The book originated from a season of deep prayer during McCall's pregnancy with her son. 'I was wrestling with fear, identity, and old wounds, and I sensed the Lord gently leading me to take what He was teaching me in private and turn it into something that could encourage other women,' McCall explained. 'I knew these pages weren't meant to stay in my journal.'
More than a memoir, 'Hello Peace' functions as an interactive spiritual companion. It invites readers to process their own stories through journaling prompts and Scripture-based application. McCall's transparent storytelling aims to create space for women to realize they are not alone and are deeply loved by God. 'He's not calling her back to who she used to be,' McCall said. 'He's calling her forward into who she is becoming.'
McCall credits her faith and the encouragement of her husband and family for inspiring the book. She learned that vulnerability is an act of obedience, not weakness. 'One of the greatest challenges was having the courage to share the parts of my story that are still tender,' she said. 'But I've learned that God often uses the places where we've experienced healing to help bring healing to others.'
For aspiring authors, McCall offers simple advice: 'Just begin. I never started journaling because I planned to write a book. I simply had something on my heart and followed where God was leading. If you feel even the slightest nudge to write, take that first step and stay open to what God might do with your story.'
