About the Book “I” Journal is a unique, faith-based journal dedicated to helping someone change their way of thinking. Complete with exercises to encourage introspection, “I” Journal focuses on making a commitment to the self to guide self-change. About the Author Dr. Shirley Smith-Hill started out by working and volunteering in the community. She attended Temple University and received a Bachelor degree in Social Work. She then went on to receive a Master’s degree in Urban Education. After many years of working in the behavioral health field, Dr. Smith-Hill decided that she wanted to further her education and pursued a Ph.D., in criminal justice. Many of her clients could not make a commitment to themselves and continued their high-risk behaviors, which led to self-harming behaviors. “I” Journal helps with extenuating and ceasing behaviors.