The Creative Fire

Myths and Stories on the Cycles of Creativity

By: Clarissa Pinkola Estés

Narrated by: Clarissa Pinkola Estes

An expanded edition of the classic on creativity by Dr. Clarissa Pinkola Estes guides you through the dark labryinths of the psyche in search of la chispa - the ember that is the elemental source of all creative work.

Dr. Estes teaches about the hidden aspects of creativity, including the negative complexes that prey upon creative energy. The Creative Fire includes many special insights for people who create for a living: artists, writers, teachers, and others who must depend on thier creative instincts every day.

©2005 Sounds True (P)2005 Sounds True

great storyteller

I have listened to the presentation about the creative process dozens of time. I always learned something new each time I listen to iy.

Best book about creativity ever

Changed my life. I received this beyond words can express thank you!!! I would really read if I were you.

Fills the soul

She’s so descriptive and lovely and I think I will probably listen to it again to fully take it all in.
I’m grateful for this work to be in existence.

Loved it! Great storyteller and creative spirit.

Her voice is soothing and reassuring. She's an amazing and beautiful soul with a lot to teach this world

Love Dr. Estes

This is the second book by Dr. Estes that I have bought as an audiobook. The other is The Late Bloomer, which was also profound and interesting. I love her intelligent interpretation of the stories and their meanings about our creativity. They just make sense deep inside. She speaks both like an old friend and a wise teacher.

My new favorite book.

This is one of my favorite books by Clarissa Pinkola Estes. Her narrative is impeccable, filled with passion and content. I wish it was a longer book though, to keep listening. I really enjoyed it and couldn't recommend enough.

Beautifully moving and inspiring!

I really like how the stories and myths were interwoven in the audiobook. I also felt really moved and inspired. Her voice is beautiful as well.

One of my go-to books when I feel blocked!

Clarissa makes it easier for me to understand where those blocks are coming from and how to break through them!

Insightful

At first, I thought this book was just a bunch of ramblings. I almost gave up on it. But, by the second chapter, it really started to get good and I started to connect. Its definitely worth a listen. It made me think about some things differently for approaching children when they create art...just some different ways of says, "good job!" and to keep encouraging them.

Narrated by the Author

Rich in analogies, and stories to help process that part of ones mind in creating.