The Red Shoes

De: Clarissa Pinkola Estes

The Red Shoes is a dramatic excursion into the realm of the soul with analyst Dr. Clarissa Pinkola Estes. Using an ancient tale deeply rooted in our collective psyches, Dr. Estes illuminates how people fall prey to destructive impulses while seeking to balance thier inner lives.

In our culture, she begins, we may travel life's path in two ways: In handmade shoes, crafted with love and care according to the unique needs of the individual soul; or In Red Shoes, which promise instant fufillment, but ultimately lead to a painful hollow-split exsistence.

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So Vital

All of her creations are truly vital and essential to an amazing life, and I am so grateful.

poetry that cures the spirit!

loved it -did not want to put it down! Dr . C does it again - brings us on a journey we can relate to - amidst archetypes and metaphors rarely used in one's day to day. Brilliant!

Dr. Estès is amazing

She is my crone mother in my mind. I love her work and her singing in this narration is mesmerizing yet soothing. Love her.

Blue Smoke

I enjoyed everything about Dr Estes writings and find her to be a brilliant thinker and writer. I would recommend her books for anyone who’s feel dragged, tired and saddened by life. She turns pain into a healing balm for the soul.

Life changing

One of the most impactful stories I've ever heard. I love everything I've heard from Clarissa Pinkola Estes.

Guide to a fruitful life

Every aspect of this work was inspiring, satisfying and joyous Dr Esters never fails to leave me wanting more. I highly recommend it to all, especially young women as a guide to a rich and fulfilling life but whatever your age, don't fail to pick this up!

Phenomenal

Thank you. You’re an amazing gift to so many throughout so much time and space. I appreciate your dedication and compassion.

So rich

I don’t think this author can write any bad books. This was so full of relevant and important details to re-discovery in the soul. It’s very timely. I just might listen to it again

Origins of self-destructive behavior

I'm a fan of Dr. E., and I've "attended" her live webcasts at Sounds True. I could listen to her voice for hours and hours (and come to think of it, I guess I have!). Here, Dr. E. delves into the issue of why we sometimes sabotage ourselves and how we might begin to change this behavior. This book is on par with the rest of her work, and though it is short, every time I listen to it, I pick up on something I missed the last time. I recommend it for repeat listens.

A recipe for making a happy life

Dr. Estes shares with us a story of Handcrafted Life, an idea so poweful for a contemporary listener. Illuminating for artists and those interested in leading a considered life.