by Hélène | Aug 25, 2020 | Purpose Stories
What is your life’s purpose? The purpose of my life is to perceive the presence of grace at all times everywhere, and for this to be of benefit to others. How are you living your purpose? I maintain and support my purpose through the daily practices of Siddha... by Hélène | Aug 13, 2020 | Next Act for Women
While one might envy growing up with a famous poet as a father and surrounded by legendary writers, the truth for Gretchen was not so rosy. She writes about her complex relationship, including its gifts and harms (one of which was sexual molestation), in her new... by Hélène | Jul 30, 2020 | Next Act for Women
Miriam, an accomplished artist and owner of a decorative painting company, was not prepared for her son’s diagnosis with schizophrenia. She writes about her family’s journey in her first book, He Came in With It: A Portrait of Motherhood and Madness. Tell us a... by Hélène | Jun 9, 2020 | Next Act for Women
After overcoming childhood trauma and working for decades in a distinguished academic career, Pamela is finally devoting herself to a full-time career in creative writing, beginning with her newly released memoir, I’m So Glad You’re Here. Tell us a... by Hélène | May 26, 2020 | Next Act for Women
In 2005, Cindy quit her career when she had the opportunity to move to Thailand with her husband and son. A chance meeting with a Thai Buddhist nun would open her heart and change her life forever. She chronicles her adventures along the spiritual path in her newly...