Each Day a New Beginning: Daily Meditations for Women [Paperback]

Karen Casey (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 1, 1982

Find inspiration and guidance for dealing with the challenges and new experiences of recovery in the writings from a woman who cares about others. This beloved author writes about self-esteem, friendships with other women, hope, attitudes about life and relationships, and more. Her words help bridge the gap between self and Higher Power, between loneliness and sharing the emotions of recovery.

Almost three million recovering women turn to these meditations each day.

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Karen Casey is the best-selling author of Each Day a New Beginning: Daily Meditations for Practicing the Course, Keepers of the Wisdom, and numerous other books. She has also written two books for girls: Girls Only! and Girl to Girl. Her signature book, Each Day a New Beginning, has sold three million copies. Karen enjoys golfing and riding her Harley with her husband. She lives in Minneapolis, and Naples, Florida.

Product Details

• Paperback: 400 pages
• Publisher: Hazelden (November 1, 1982)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0894861611
• ISBN-13: 978-0894861611
• Product Dimensions: 6 x 4 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (26 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #12,758 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #34 in Books > Health, Fitness & Dieting > Recovery > Twelve-Step Programs
  • #70 in Books > Health, Fitness & Dieting > Recovery > Substance Abuse
  • #70 in Books > Christian Books & Bibles > Worship & Devotion > Devotionals

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...