Seeing in the Dark

Myths and Stories to Reclaim the Buried, Knowing Woman

Buried into all of us is what Dr. Clarissa Pinkola Estés refers to as “the one who knows”—the instinctive, intuitive nature. This, she teaches, is the source of creativity and understanding that lies out of sight in darkness, often called the unconscious.

On Seeing in the Dark, we join the esteemed Jungian psychoanalyst and bestselling author to learn how to perceive through the eyes of the soul as well as through the eyes of the ego. This dual way of seeing, being, and acting, Dr. Estés explains, is the most direct way to reclaim the gifts of the “healing apothecary” set into each soul at birth.

On two CDs of empowering insights, special blessing prayers, and original stories—told here for the first time—Dr. Estés inspires us to find our one-of-a-kind voice and trust in our ability to “see beyond the obvious, to see beyond the cultural,” as she introduces:

“The Fire Owl””—an all-new tale about reclaiming the fire of enthusiasm when others would try to steal it away
• “The Corpse Bride””—an all-new story about the hope which cannot die and the power of redemption
• “The Erl König,” “The Rebbe in Prison,” “The Man Who Sought Treasure Afar,” and more
“We are weakly linked or else severed from the wild and wise self,” says Dr. Estés. “Yet, deep creative life is informed by the realm of mystery, dreams, sudden knowings; the shadow.” Seeing in the Dark is an inspiring call to “mine the raw gems of spirit, soul, and creative life”—again, or for the very first time.

Note: Portions of this program excerpted from the full-length audio course Mother Night.

One of my favorites of all time.

I have listened 10 times or more. I cannot put into words the gratitude I feel for this person, this immense and incredible storyteller. I am so thankful.

too short

Only one chapter long? Good chapter don't get me wrong but I was ready for some stories.

Inspirational~Food for the Soul

Highest rating. No one has ever been my 'in spiritus ' like Dr. Clarissa Pinkola Estés! Listen with your 'inner senses' and be prepared to be blessed. Thank you, Dr. Estés . Your work, your heart, has saved my metaphorical, and at times, literal life!! Bless you!

You're not strange, you're Medial!

What made the experience of listening to Seeing in the Dark the most enjoyable?

Identified natural gifts and abilities and simplified them.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Seeing in the Dark?

The Blessing.

Have you listened to any of the narrator’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

Yes: Women Who Run With The Wolves. The author was more personable in this performance.

What’s an idea from the book that you will remember?

The twisted gifted.

Light in Darkness

Dr. Estes' stories always uncover treasures found in overlooked, ugly, or dark spaces we thought we knew about, but only assumed based on what others may have warned us about. She inspires me and urges me past my inner critic.