The Interior Castle Journal | St. Teresa of Ávila

Your soul is a castle. Enter in.

St. Teresa of Ávila—a mystic, a reformer, and the first female Doctor of the Church—once famously described the human soul as "a castle made of a single diamond... in which there are many rooms."

She understood centuries ago what we are just rediscovering today: that spiritual health and mental clarity are deeply intertwined. The journey inward is not an escape; it is an expedition.

We designed this journal for those who takes that expedition seriously. It is for the reader of the mystics, the student of the heart, and the believer who knows that God is found in the quiet center of the soul. Whether you use it for prayer journaling, life notes, or drafting your own "masterpiece," let this be a safe space for your interior life.

The Design

The Concept: Deep theology illustrated as modern minimalist art. The cover features an abstract, geometric line-art interpretation of the "Interior Castle." To the outsider, it is a sophisticated architectural design. To the insider, it is a map of the soul.

The Aesthetic: We chose a sleek Silver Grey UltraHyde cover printed with Graphite ink. The result is a stunning "tone-on-tone" look that feels etched, architectural, and incredibly premium.

The Experience

• Feel: The UltraHyde cover feels like soft, premium leather.
• Structure: 80 pages of lined, cream-colored paper that are gentle on the eyes during late-night writing sessions.
• Function: Includes a matching grey ribbon marker (to keep your place) and an expandable inner pocket (for holy cards or notes).
• Perfect for: Lectio Divina, gratitude journal, scripture notes, or as a companion while reading the great works of the Sisters in Wisdom.

The Details

• Cover material: UltraHyde Hardcover
• Size: 5.5" × 8.5" (13.97 cm × 21.59 cm)
• Weight: 10.9 oz (309 g)
• 80 pages of lined, cream-colored paper
• Matching elastic closure and ribbon marker
• Expandable inner pocket