We Bless And Are Blessed

This colorful and autobiographical lessons-of-life book addresses many essential themes for seekers and adventurers of the rich inner landscape. Written by a long-time psychotherapist and inner traveler, Joseph Howard expands upon perennial themes including being lost and being found, healing old wounds, rebirth and longing for home.

This autobiographical book by long-time psychotherapist and inner traveler Joseph Howard is a gem. Insightful and emotionally moving, it appeals to the seeker and journeyer in us all. It will appeal to anyone who hasn't been satisfied with cookie-cutter answers to the big questions that wake us up at three a:m. There are an assortment of themes and stories here- being lost and being found, facing death, accepting rebirth, acknowledging old wounds, glorying in wilderness, longing for home, saying goodbye, honoring love and the mysteries of life. This isn't a "Ten Easy Steps ..." how-to book. 'We Bless and are Blessed' plumbs the depths of an exposed, vulnerable and resilient life. Full of emotional inspiration for anyone dedicated to their own journey in life.

Joseph Howard is a writer and long-time psychotherapist living in the mountains of western North Carolina. An Army son from birth, he grew up traveling, living everywhere from Alaska to Central America and many points in between. At age nineteen he began a journey of emotional and spiritual awakening, precipitated by a deep crisis. This eventually led him to become a healer and psychotherapist. Joseph spends his spare time hiking, dancing, playing music and training in martial arts.