A Quiet Strength

Meditations on the Masculine Soul

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On sale Aug 01, 1994 | 384 Pages | 978-0-553-35121-7
For all men who are seeking a new vision of  masculinity--one that allows them to explore new roles,  reclaim ancient feelings, break free of society's  stereotypes, and learn to integrate body, mind,  emotions, and spirit--A Quiet  Strength is an invigorating and inspiring companion.  Written by three of the preeminent writers and  leaders of the men's movement, this daily guide to  self-discovery offers 365 powerful meditations, each  with an opening quotation and an accompanying  thought for the day. From The Odyssey  to Carl Jung and Federico Garcia Lorca to D.H.  Lawrence come insightful quotations that open up  worlds of healing wisdom, as the authors cover topics  that include love, sex, the power of brotherhood,  reconnecting with the earth, acknowledging the  inner spirit, accepting and sharing feelings, the  importance of play, achieving balance, finding joy,  healing the father wound, honoring the inner child,  and much more.



Day by Day,  A Quiet Strength will challenge and  nurture you in your journey inward toward a fuller,  more passionate life, spiritually grounded  masculinity, and richer relationships with family, friends,  and lovers.
Wayne Kritsberg has a master’s degree in counseling and is the president of Family Integration Systems in Austin, Texas, where he also has a private practice. He is the author of Adult Children of Alcoholics Syndrome: A Step-by-Step Guide to Discovery and Recovery. View titles by Wayne Kritsberg
John Lee has performed at the Mark Taper Forum in Los Angeles and the Globe Theatre in San Diego. He is the author of the plays Blood and Milk, Hitler’s Head, Passchendaele, Clean Souls, and Frankincense. View titles by John Lee

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For all men who are seeking a new vision of  masculinity--one that allows them to explore new roles,  reclaim ancient feelings, break free of society's  stereotypes, and learn to integrate body, mind,  emotions, and spirit--A Quiet  Strength is an invigorating and inspiring companion.  Written by three of the preeminent writers and  leaders of the men's movement, this daily guide to  self-discovery offers 365 powerful meditations, each  with an opening quotation and an accompanying  thought for the day. From The Odyssey  to Carl Jung and Federico Garcia Lorca to D.H.  Lawrence come insightful quotations that open up  worlds of healing wisdom, as the authors cover topics  that include love, sex, the power of brotherhood,  reconnecting with the earth, acknowledging the  inner spirit, accepting and sharing feelings, the  importance of play, achieving balance, finding joy,  healing the father wound, honoring the inner child,  and much more.



Day by Day,  A Quiet Strength will challenge and  nurture you in your journey inward toward a fuller,  more passionate life, spiritually grounded  masculinity, and richer relationships with family, friends,  and lovers.

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Wayne Kritsberg has a master’s degree in counseling and is the president of Family Integration Systems in Austin, Texas, where he also has a private practice. He is the author of Adult Children of Alcoholics Syndrome: A Step-by-Step Guide to Discovery and Recovery. View titles by Wayne Kritsberg
John Lee has performed at the Mark Taper Forum in Los Angeles and the Globe Theatre in San Diego. He is the author of the plays Blood and Milk, Hitler’s Head, Passchendaele, Clean Souls, and Frankincense. View titles by John Lee

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