In this truly inspiring book, Mark Nepo offers us all an invitation to stand by the courage of our convictions in challenging times.
Through the stories of ordinary people, political activists, artists, writers, spiritual teachers from a variety of traditions, Mark Nepo shows how we too can discover our own inner courage. Finding Inner Courage is divided into three sections finding our inner core, standing by our inner core, and sustaining the practice of living from that place. Each of the nearly 60 brief essays and stories elucidates and inspires.
Nepo's broad range of stories and people, of traditions and insights, offers myriad ways for readers to relate to their own search for courage.
Publisher: Red Wheel Weiser
Original Binding: Paperback
Pages: 304 pages
ISBN-10: 1590035054
Item Weight: 0.6 lbs
Dimensions: 5.2 x 0.8 x 8.6 inches
Customer Reviews: 4 out of 5 stars 101 to 500 ratings
"Finding Inner Courage describes a path to inner bravery, the quiet power of standing by yourself, with yourself, for yourself, in the depths of your own heart. Finding the courage to face your inner self with all its gifts and demons is the first step to transforming the world."
-Megan Devine, author of It's OK That You're Not OK
Mark Nepo is a poet and philosopher who has taught in the fields of poetry and spirituality for over thirty years. He has published twelve books, and his work has been translated throughout the world. In leading spiritual retreats, in working with healing and medical communities, and in his teachings as a poet, Mark's work is widely accessible and used by many. He continues to offer readings, lectures, and retreats. His bestselling title is The Book of Awakening--over 750,000 copies sold.
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