Books
Succulent
Wild Woman by SARK. Although you should own every SARK book on the
shelf, this one might always be my favorite. Every woman you know should
have a copy of this book!
Spilling
Open by Sabrina Ward Harrison. Inspiring artwork and words for young
creative souls.
Traveling
Mercies by Anne Lamott. The perfect book when you need a little faith.
The
Dot by Peter Reynolds. My husband gave me this last year and I cried
right there under the tree as I read it. The perfect children's book.
My
Grandfather's Blessings by Rachel Naomi Remen. One of my favorite
books of all time. Wear your waterproof mascara for this one folks.
Everyday Matters by Danny Gregory. How much do we love Danny Gregory? I love everything about this book.
Living Out Loud by Keri Smith. Another amazing book by a friend and artist I admire to bits. A great book for your friends who are feeling shy to explore their creative parts.
The Essential Rumi translated by Coleman Barks.One of the most beautiful books of poetry ever written.
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Music
Jonatha Brooke
Deb Talan
Martine Locke
Ani Di Franco
Leokane Pryor
Steve Tannen
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Inspiring Documentary Films
Joni
Mitchell
I became a fan of Joni Mitchell after seeing this film.
What
I Want My Words to Do To You by Eve Ensler.
An incredibly moving documentary about a writing project {led by Eve Ensler}
at the Bedford Hills Correctional Facility for Women.The women in the
group include high-profile convicts like Kathy Boudin and Judy Clark,
former members of the Weather Underground.Through a series of writing
exercises and discussions, the deeply personal mixes with the humorous
and the tragic, profoundly showing the power of art in the service of
healing.
Fierce
Grace
A documentary about Ram Dass. This film moved me deeply and stuck
with me for years.
The Power of Myth by Joseph Campbell. A classic.