Spirit of a Woman: Stories to Empower and Inspire - Softcover

Terry Laszlo-Gopadze

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1595800522 ISBN 13: 9781595800527

Publisher: SANTA MONICA PRESS, 2010

Synopsis

Combining storytelling and courageous honesty, The Spirit of a Woman: Stories to Empower and Inspire is an indispensable resource for every woman, providing inspiring stories of female creativity and compassion for those who want to lead lives full of meaning and purpose.

Consisting of approximately two dozen nonfiction essays by authors such as Lauren Artress, Christina Baldwin, Bobbi Gibb, Mama Donna Henes, Jyoti, Dr. Gladys McGarey, Suni Paz, Hagit Ra’anan, Janet Grace Riehl, and Sheri Ritchlin the book is a celebration of courageous women living spiritual lives in the face of challenging circumstances. Each story is unique and demonstrates the art of storytelling at its best.

The women who wrote the stories come from many nations, ages, and personal histories. They have encountered the difficulties that are part of a fully lived life, and instead of fleeing the unknown, they have honored the mystery and faced fear with faith. They see closed doors as openings to new choices and possibilities. They are spiritual optimists and activists, fighting for causes that resonate deep within their souls. Some have used the backgrounds of their cultures and traditions to lead richer, more meaningful lives. Some have moved from one faith to another or even to many other faiths. Others have left tradition behind to encounter spirituality in new and wonderful ways. And every single one of them sees life as a sacred trust.

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Review

"Brings together a circle of women who tell their stories with the honesty, courage, and humor that lift both the storyteller and the one who listens." Oriah Mountain Dreamer, author, The Invitation and The Call

"This book, by telling stories of individual women, helps all of us to see past the circumstances in our lives which seem to be roadblocks. We find, as we relate to each other, resilience within our own spirit which adds life and color to our lives." Gladys Taylor McGarey, MD, author, The Physician Within You and Born to Live

"Filled with stories from women who, at key points in their lives, acted authentically; any one of them could be a role-model who inspires you to do what is true for you." Jean Shinoda Bolen, MD, author, Crones Don’t Whine and The Millionth Circle

"The medicine here is twofold: demonstrations of how to be a spirit here on earth and living examples of how the feminine works to enliven our place in the Universe. This book will help you meet yourself and the world." Mark Nepo, author, Facing the Lion, Being the Lion

"I have no doubt that some of the stories in The Spirit of a Woman will remain with me forever." Charlene Spretnak, author, Missing Mary

"All of the women's stories are full of courage, compassion (including self-compassion), discovery and authenticity. . . . one can't help but feel empowered by them. The power of the stories themselves, the writing of them, and the sharing of them in the book, is a marvellous gift." storycirclebookreviews.org

About the Author

Terry László-Gopadze is a licensed marriage and family therapist. She worked for several years with youths in East Los Angeles, many of whom were involved in gangs. László-Gopadze also ran personal development workshops and groups in West Los Angeles for women, singles, and adolescents. She later expanded her work to include such diverse groups as cancer patients, Alcoholics Anonymous, university students, women’s groups, and health centers. Offering workshops on storytelling, shamanism, forgiveness, courage, intuition, healing, and creating destiny has been her passion and joy. She lives in Del Mar, California.

Angeles Arrien, Ph.D., is an award-winning author, educator, and cultural anthropologist. She is the founder and president of the Angeles Arrien Foundation for Cross-Cultural Education and Research and author of many books, including The Four-Fold Way and The Second Half of Life.

About this edition

• Publisher: SANTA MONICA PRESS
• Publication date: 2010
• ISBN 10: 1595800522
• ISBN 13: 9781595800527
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 312