Each Day A New Beginning: 25th Anniversary Edition [Paperback]

Karen Casey (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 1, 2006

Millions of people around the world spend a few moments each day in quiet reflection with a Karen Casey meditation book. The author's signature work, Each Day a New Beginning, was the first daily meditation book for recovering alcoholic women. When published in 1982, the book had no competition, yet many wondered whether a market existed for such a work. Twenty-five years and more than three million copies later, what became known as "the little green book" continues to sustain old and new readers alike. This limited edition features a new introduction by Casey, the original text, and original cover art. While many daily meditation books have been modeled after Each Day a New Beginning, no author can match Casey's reassuring guidance and gentle wisdom for sustaining lifelong recovery.

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Karen Casey is the author of numerous best-selling books on recovery, including Each Day A New Beginning, Fearless Relationships, A Woman's Spirit, A Life of My Own, and Daily Meditations for Practicing the Course. She lives in Minnesota and Florida and frequently lectures at workshops.

Product Details

• Paperback: 400 pages
• Publisher: Hazelden; 25 Anv edition (August 1, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1592853587
• ISBN-13: 978-1592853588
• Product Dimensions: 6 x 3.9 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (26 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,174,345 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #68 in Books > Self-Help > Journal Writing

More About the Author

I was born in Lafayette, IN and moved to Minneapolis, MN in 1964. I taught elementary school for a few years and then pursued a graduate degree at the University of MN. I graduated with a Ph.D. in 1979. I published my first book, EACH DAY A NEW BEGINNING: DAILY MEDITATIONS FOR WOMEN with Hazelden Publishing in 1982. It has been followed by the publication of 21 other books, the most recent of which is CULTIVATING HOPE. In early summer of this year (2010), Conari will be publishing the 23rd book: LET GO NOW: EMBRACING DETACHMENT. See www.womens-spirituality.com for a complete listing and description and for a link to my blog. My focus as a writer is on the development of spiritual growth and strengthening one's twelve step recovery, and my personal experience is what I rely on, coupled with the wisdom I glean from the many people I walk among in the rooms of AA and Al-Anon. When I am not in front of the computer writing, I am likely giving a lecture or doing a workshop some where. I have spoken to tens of thousands world-wide over my thirty-five year tenure in recovery rooms. From each experience my gratitude grows. And from each experience, my commitment grows to continue doing what brings my life such joy.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

25 of 25 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Hail to the Power of Women, December 29, 2003

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N. D. Harmon "ndharmon" (Baltimore USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Each Day a New Beginning: Daily Meditations for Women (Paperback)

One of my best friends recommended this book to me last winter. She said she carried hers everywhere she went even when she traveled. It brought her peace especially after the death of her mother. It is a wonderful book for women. Each day (it's a daily reflection) offers an inspiring quote, a powerful meditation and an encouraging affirmation. The book reflects the individuality and spirituality of women and the importance of their self esteem. It's funny to me that the right words always seem to appear on the page just when I need to read them for that extra boost.

26 of 27 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A cornerstone for a woman's recovery, January 10, 2000

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Coralee N. Hicks (Tampa, FL USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Each Day a New Beginning: Daily Meditations for Women (Paperback)

This quiet meditation book, has served countless recovering women since innitial printing in 1982. The author, who recieved her Ph.D from the University of Minnesota, was inspired to write the text while working for the Hazelden Treatment Center. She recognized that a woman's recovery can be based on other factors than those that apply to men; and wrote a text for a womens audience. In the book, there is an essay on recovery for each day of the year. These essays are preceded with an appropriate quotation and followed with a suggestion for meditation. I have used this book successfully with many of my clients and highly reccomend it for professional libraries and for the general public.

23 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very Powerful!, April 24, 2001

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"intentaccess" (Boca Raton, Florida USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Each Day a New Beginning: Daily Meditations for Women (Paperback)

This isn't just for the recovery program. This is a powerful book with truly powerful insight and is so wonderful! This is a book for any women during a crisis, or a friend in need who is have a serious crisis. They will cherish this book and see a new spark of light during the dark times. I did and I thank the friend who gave it to me...