Poetry in Palliative Care

dusk, dimness, dawn, rebirth

warm, glowing, light

glinting, glaring, streaming, earth

declining, shadowing, night 

I am reading lately about reflection and 'narrative medicine', learning, amongst other things, that writing a poem can be a tool for self-discovery and healing.  The author of this book, David Richo, draws on Buddhist thought and Jungian perspectives to coach the reader toward greater self-understanding. Mentoring & practical assistance is available online as well at "writinglife".

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