Overview
Medicine Path In a Good Way
by George Bertelstein, Art by Kristen Holmberg Paradiso
The powerfully transformative synergy between the words of wisdom of an elder teacher who has led many on a rich nuanced spiritual path for decades and the gorgeous water color paintings of Kristen Holmberg Paradiso, rendered through intimate, artistic communications with Nature and Spirit. Images and words dance together in Medicine Path to create a radiant vision of what is possible when human beings collaborate with our Creator and the many beings, seen and unseen, who offer us their assistance and guidance. May the images and words in this book inspire you on your own Medicine Path of sacred unfolding and homecoming.
DESCRIPTION
The transformative power of Medicine Path: In a Good Way is a result of the visual and verbal synergy between Kristen Holmberg Paradiso's heartfelt paintings and George Bertelsteins' soulful prose and written teachings. Kristen's gorgeously rendered paintings deliver an intimate, artistic communication with Nature and Spirit. Her images are inspired by the deep wisdom resonant in George's words. A midwife for the teachings, George's prose has been honed by decades of dedication to a rich nuanced spiritual path and a fastidious commitment as a generous spiritual elder and teacher. Images and words dance together in Medicine Path to create a radiant vision of what is possible when human beings collaborate with our Creator and the many beings, seen and unseen, who offer us their assistance and guidance. This book shows us that if we pay attention, we may discover that we are in a dynamic, fully animate world infused with Spirit. We may realize that we are held and supported by Mystery, and that our lives can become a prayer that we offer with humility and gratitude to All That Is. May the images and words in this book inspire you on your own Medicine Path of sacred unfolding and homecoming.
“Accept nothing short of happiness
as your goal for every moment.
Delight in all successes,
celebrate them at length,
Forget every failure immediately.”
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
George Bertelstein, born and raised in the Midwest and a veteran of the American War in Vietnam, has devoted his life to the pursuit of healing, health, happiness and wholeness for himself and others. What he has discovered is his Clear and Simple Prayer. For over thirty years he has offered wise and helpful counsel to thousands of individuals, couples, families and groups of all kinds. He lives in Berkeley, California, where he offers counseling, spiritual teaching and healing ceremonies through his nonprofit organization Medicine Path. George is happily married and is helping to raise an amazing young daughter.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Kristen Holmberg Paradiso was born and raised in northern California. She is a graduate of the University of California, Santa Cruz, with a major in fine art. Kristen received her teaching credential in art from San Jose State University. She teaches art at Alhambra High School in Martinez, California. Kristen's skills, passion and enthusiasm as an artist are reflected in her teaching. The symbolism and imagery of Kristen's work integrates her spirituality and her knowledge of Native American and other indigenous cultures' artwork. She has done significant research o these topics. Her artwork is a vehicle for self healing. She currently lives in Pleasant Hill, California, with her two daughters and her husband, John Paradiso. Please visit Kristen's website innerluna.com to see more of her artwork.
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Testimonials
“Each written teaching is distilled by a life time of prayers as the sacred medicines reveal their teachings through George’s words. With each brushstroke, Kristen has elevated these teachings into powerful, painted visions. In this book, author and artist have opened to receive divine love and wisdom from sacred medicines. Expressed here are the prayers, teachings, and instructions that the Earth, the sacred directions, the plants, animals, and instruments of prayers have for you and all your relations.”
“Prepare to be taken on a spiritual visual journey into what it means to live harmoniously with our world, each other, and ourselves. Gently guided by George Bertelstein’s teachings, the exquisite paintings of Kristen Holmberg transport the reader into new surroundings and personal awareness.”
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