The Late Bloomer

Myths and Stories of the Wise Woman Archetype

De: Clarissa Pinkola Estés PhD

Narrado por: Clarissa Pinkola Estés PhD

The Late Bloomer is the fourth volume of the Dangerous Old Woman Series with Dr. Clarissa Pinkola Estes.

"What makes talent bloom? Ask what makes a tree blossom. They are the same. It is not unfathomable. It only takes concentration. Concentration of energies is what makes a tree flower. Not bigger, not faster, not taking up more space. Rather, less space. Density. Pressure in hard places. Often, in the dark. Relentlessly. Freely. For as long as it takes. Hold faith, a gestation can go long and for good reason, and nothing much shows above ground. But then, one day..." - Clarissa Pinkola Estes, PhD

Are you waiting for New Life, for your talents to bloom? With The Late Bloomer, Dr. Clarissa Pinkola Estes presents volume four of her masterwork on the Wise Woman archetype, bringing you six sessions of origial tales, stories from her ethnic families, poems, blessings, and psychological commentary exploring the cycles of "burgeoning, blooming New Life."

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True Wisdom Has Never Been So Soft Spoken

Even as a man, this series and stories revolving around the Old Woman is a harkening back to the tales and histories of the ancestors. Truly thought provoking in every sense, with a lingering reminder to, “Misbehave With Integrity.”

Incredible as always ♥️

Thank you, Clarissa for speaking once again to my soul when it is most in need of the medicine of your words.

Invaluable Insight, a Treasure

Dr. E is a champion for elder women in this book. Scar Clan Grua Blessings

Water the soul's garden so you can bloom

Many times over the last few years I have heard from another woman, "I have always wanted to...." followed by "...but no, it's too late." The woman in each case was in good health, without great financial worry, and with a reasonable portion of free time. So what makes it "too late" for her? Why are so many women still waiting to answer the soul's need to create and express itself? Why do we insist on perfectionism? Why do we ask, "What will they say?" before we consider, "What do I really want to create?"

As Clarissa Pinkola Estes reminds us, it is not necessarily difficult to say what the things is that whispers, "Help bring me into this world." But it can be quite difficult, even a daily challenge, to find out what makes us tell it, "No."

Through myths and stories, she encourages us to explore these issues, deeply, thoughtfully, and with great compassion. If you've gathered supplies and dreams for what you want to create, but have hesitated to get to work on it, this audiobook might help you to "find an aperture" as the author calls it. It's not a quick fix or a magical recipe book for creativity, but it just might illuminate the path you need to follow.

In my artistic life, no one has been more of an encouraging influence than Marta Becket. In the middle of the desert, when no one was there to see her dance, she painted her own audience in what would become the Amargosa Opera House. Clarissa Pinkola Estes encourages the same spirit: "Play your music even if no one is there to hear it." It is the work and the process that feeds your soul, and that is true even if your audience is only imaginary, for eventually, another heart will come.

The author leaves us with the following wish: "I pray two hopes for us: may we be blessed to find one whenever we have need, and may we all be blessed to be one many times over."

May it be so.

Mesmerizing narration

This is a beautiful audiobook and the mesmerizing voice of Clarissa is a gift. Thank you for your stories, for for your words of wisdom.

Another Masterpiece

i am deep with Dr. Pinkola's writtings. I feel as if each book gives me an opportunity to reclaim my ancestral path. I empowered through her palabralas. Eternally grateful, Maestra.

Everything I Needed and More

Once again, Clarissa Pinkola Estes has spoken directly to my soul. All of her work is incredible, but this one especially resonated. I can't recommend this series enough!

Meaningful

As non practicing Catholic, I appreciate that Dr Estes takes me back to what I miss about Catholic mysticism and ritual.

Gorgeous exploration

The audiobook is the way to go for this if you can listen. Having Dr Estes’s voice telling these stories is so beautiful. Loving it and will listen again and again.

Brilliant renewal for the soul!

Thank heaven for the courageously creative spirit that too often lies dormant in our souls. CPE renews and refreshes me like no other!