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The Red Shoes

By: Clarissa Pinkola Estes
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Summary

The Red Shoes is a dramatic excursion into the realm of the soul with analyst Dr. Clarissa Pinkola Estes. Using an ancient tale deeply rooted in our collective psyches, Dr. Estes illuminates how people fall prey to destructive impulses while seeking to balance thier inner lives.

In our culture, she begins, we may travel life's path in two ways: In handmade shoes, crafted with love and care according to the unique needs of the individual soul; or In Red Shoes, which promise instant fufillment, but ultimately lead to a painful hollow-split exsistence.

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This inspired and soothed me just when I really needed it. I love it ! Beautiful 💖

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CPE is THE BEST storyteller

This is one of many allegories explained beautifully by CPE. Her blend of story and psychological archetype is truly inspiring.

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The same brilliant shit as always. My guru.

I love all her work. She always, always delivers. Nothing else to add. Highly recommended.

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beautifully told

loved this story and it's deeper meaning, another gem from my favourite author, Dr Clarissa

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wonderful content but frustrating sound

i love her work and so much wisdom. the listening to a bad sound was very bad for me. i wish the sound would be better

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