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Clarissa Pinkola Estes Live: Theatre of the Imagination

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I had read Dr. Estes' book, Women Who Run With THe Wolves, several years ago. Listening brought back the disturbing and life-changing images and stories of the book. The 6 cassettes cover issues of intuition, body image, women's and mens experiences of sacred power, and much, much more. What I especially enjoyed was hearing Dr. Estes' voice and especially her laughter, which her books couldnt quite commuticate. I laughed, listened, cried, sighed from relief at truths spoken and wrestled with stories that poked at hidden places in my spirit. I highly recommend this,not as entertainment, but as soulfood.

I have used Clarissa Pinkola Estes' material in my psychotherapy practice for many years and have found that the stories help me clarify points and make connections in a rapid, yet heart-felt way. This collection of tapes covers a wonderful range of topics and includes stories that make you laugh and weep and shiver. Dr. Estes' voice is a remarkable gift and she uses it wisely and well. The live format is a wonderful surprise, showing her funny and spontaneous side, which is missing from her studio tapes. One tiny irritation for me was the opening music and narration, which was identical on all of the tapes. Because I consumed these tapes voraciously, one after another, this became annoying. That aside, I encourage anyone who likes a good story and, especially, anyone with some lingering issues to resolve, to sit back and enjoy an evening with Dr. Estes. She is one of a kind.

This collection of stories, poems, myths, and Dr. Estes' interpretations will truly amaze you. I listened to the tapes while driving to and from work and also while doing housework. I could not wait until the next listen! Dr. Estes is an exceptional storyteller. Not only does her voice carry such wonder and awe, but it also builds suspense at the right bends and curves of each story. If you love storytelling and the world of the human imagination, you will cherish this collection. Listening to the tapes is nothing less than a celebration of being human. This collection should appeal to all, but especially to women who enjoy exploring spirituality and psychology.

This set is a must have! The warmth, humor and wisdom contained in these tapes will last you a lifetime. Dr. Estes is an unbelievable author and storyteller in print, but if you've never heard her voice - prepare to be mesmerized!!

Clarissa Pinkola Estes shares her stories in a lyric style. Her presentation of myths and tales are full of thought-provoking ideas and is presented in her soothing, poetic voice. I think the live audience is a great addition to the recording, it made me feel as though I were right there in the room. Needless to say, I love listening to the tapes, and I learn something new everytime.

I was, and will forever be absolutely, totally smitten by this woman. Listening to the tapes, right away you'll go "whow... WHO is THAT!" Emphatic, articulate, sweet, strong, sexy...every thing, when you think about, that you would expect (if you've read the book), and more.

Treated to poems, live audience chatting, and the stories, she is a conduit for high voltage.

You will be changed forever.

Dr. Estes has become my hero! Her sound true cds and tapes are magnificent! I can't get enough of her writings. Have worn out a couple of her tapes by listening to them until she got totally through to me and my understanding increased. I did not know myself until I listened to her. If you have any doubt in who you are and what is going on within your mind....listen....you will learn and life will get better than ever. I am 66...never to old to learn. Thank you, Doctor Estes!!!!

This one as well as all of Dr. Clarissa Pinkola's works is an ancient conversation of the creative soul with vast heart that bring 'the old and enduring' full circle to the present to illuminates within and without....There are artist with brushes and chisels, but few as fine as the artistic creativity that flow from the soul full heart into the pen of Dr. CPE.....

This series is best suited to established Estes fans, so if you haven't read or listened to her other works, then you should start with them. She just keeps getting better and her post 2000 work are the best place to start.

That said, the Theatre of the Imagination series is a great treat for her fans. Estes has a profound gift of story telling and of kindness and warmth. I could listen to her stories all day long. She is a master of both the academic study of stories and fables, and of their telling. She is a Jungian psychoanalyst, and the parallels between stories and their relationship to the psyche becomes self evident when she is at work- I doubt that many others could come close, and still keep you feeling warm.

When I finish one of her works, I just look forward to the next one! And I often replay the old ones, and there are always fresh insights waiting for me no matter how many times I play them. She is avery unique and gifted teacher.