Diese Autorin erforscht die Tiefen der menschlichen Psyche und Beziehungen durch autobiografische Erzählungen und Essays. Ihre Arbeit konzentriert sich oft auf die transformative Kraft des Schreibens und der Analyse und enthüllt intime Momente des persönlichen Wachstums und der Selbstfindung. Mit einem fesselnden Stil und umfangreicher Erfahrung in der Schreibvermittlung inspiriert sie die Leser, ihre eigenen Lebensgeschichten zu entdecken und ihr kreatives Potenzial zu entfalten.
A luminous spiritual memoir inviting the reader to the practice of silent prayer. Rooted in her Judeo-Christian tradition, author Susan Tiberghien welcomes the wisdom of other traditions and calls us to embrace our shared humanity. In this 20 th Anniversary Edition , Tiberghien writes an Afterword to update her journey, opening the confines of her own darkness and finding atonement in the natural world and in the presence of Sophia, the 'hidden wholeness' of creation.
Encouraging a personal journey through writing, this book emphasizes self-discovery and wholeness, drawing on the teachings of C.G. Jung. It combines insights from Jung's work with contemporary writers, intertwining psychology, spirituality, and the arts. Readers are guided to explore their own paths toward fulfillment and integration, reinforcing the transformative power of writing as a tool for self-exploration and growth.
Whether you are a writer of fiction or essays, or want to explore poetry or memoir, Tiberghien's twelve fundamental lessons will help you discover and develop your own distinct voice. Tiberghien's inventive exercises focus on the processes unique to each genre, while also offering skills applicable to any kind of writing, from authentic dialogue to masterful short-shorts. With vivid examples from literary masters such as Rainer Maria Rilke, Eduardo Galeano, May Sarton, Terry Tempest Williams, and Orhan Pamuk, One Year to a Writing Life is an essential guidebook of exercises, practical advice, and wisdom for anyone looking to embrace, explore, and implement creativity in everyday life.
Through elegant prose and poetry, the memoir captures vivid landscapes and personal experiences across Europe, highlighting a French-American romance enriched with humor and familial joy. Set against the backdrop of locations like Grenoble and Lago Maggiore, it offers insights into life’s complexities and transformations, culminating in a profound revelation. This reflective work is both wise and enjoyable, inviting readers to explore the beauty of lived moments and the journey of self-discovery.
Looking for Gold is a laboratory for artists, dreamers, and all who seek for ways to realize their true gold. - Robert Bosnak, author of The Little Course in Dreams, Tiberghien is a writer Looking for Gold tells a gripping tale that will inspire anyone who hears souls subtle invitation and sets out. - Kathleen Packard, Contemporary Contributions to Jungian Psychology Looking for Gold is a clear, important message for men and women of all ages and all cultures look into and to thyself for a sense of wholeness. - Annette Lyons, Director, Counseling Center, American Cathedral, Paris In her insightful Looking for Gold, Tiberghien writes several books in one: an autobiography, an exploration of the writing process and an account of being a lay student of C.G. Jungs work. - Elliott Bay Book Company, Seattle