How Shall I Stand Between River & Land?
Wednesday, February 11th
9:00-10:30 am CT US
by Leni De Mik
"Leni reminds us that we are not powerless. We can choose connection over isolation, seek out and listen to diverse voices and conversations, and build bridges to understanding."
Parker J. Palmer, Let Your Life Speak
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Wednesday, February 11
9:00-10:30 am CT US
IN A WORLD WITHOUT EASY ANSWERS, BEGIN WITH HEARTFELT QUESTIONS
In this profound blend of memoir and insight, clinical psychologist Leni de Mik invites readers into a journey from Nazi-occupied Holland to a life of healing, reflection, and purpose.
Rooted in her father's legacy in the Dutch Resistance, de Mik explores healing from trauma, reclaiming connection, and responding to moral uncertainty with courage and compassion.
Each chapter offers stories and "heart questions"-gentle prompts for journaling, self-inquiry, and deeper awareness.
Readers will discover how to:
Rebuild emotional resilience
Move from isolation to community
Act with integrity in uncertain times
Listen inwardly and live outwardly with care
How Shall I Stand Between River and Land? is not just an invitation to self-discovery, but a timely call to action from one of our last witnesses to a pivotal moment in history. It speaks directly to those discouraged by cultural shifts, afraid for the future, yearning for genuine connection, and committed to building a more just world."How Shall I Stand Between River and Land" is a guide for finding balance, connection, and purpose in uncertain times by blending memoir with self-inquiry, encouraging readers to connect their personal journeys with humanity's larger story. It's about building resilience, finding integrity, and acting with compassion, using "heart questions" to foster self-discovery and a heart-centered life, moving from isolation to community.
In essence, to "stand between river and land" is to find your grounded center (land) while flowing with life's currents (river) with wisdom and compassion.
Key themes and guidance:
Balance & Connection: Navigating personal growth and a meaningful relationship with the world, balancing inner life with outward action.
Resilience: Drawing on wisdom from trauma to build emotional strength and act with courage.
Purposeful Living: Moving from isolation to community, acting with integrity, fostering deeper self-awareness.
Heart-Centered Approach: Using "heart questions" for journaling and reflection to guide your path.
How to apply the concepts inspired by the book:
Reflect on Your "River" & "Land": Consider what flows (change, emotions, external world) versus what is stable (your core, community).
Listen Inward & Act Outward: Use self-inquiry to understand yourself, then act with care in the world.
Build Bridges: Choose connection over isolation and seek understanding.
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