Lifted: Comeback Poetry for a Needed Time

By Kristy Hellum

Lifted is impeccably honest and rare. Kristy Hellum shares with us poetry that makes suffering almost seem worthwhile. Let yourself be staggered by a phrase. This is raw and important wisdom for a time of chaos. Her poetic encouragement for authentic grieving is brilliant, seductive, and aimed straight for the heart. May we all be so fortunate to be touched by poetry that makes us want to sing and dance, laugh and cry, all in the same moment.

• Language: English
• Publisher: AuthorHouse
• Release date: Apr 24, 2018
• ISBN: 9781546234159

Kristy Hellum

As a storyteller, activist, dancer and soul-centered psychotherapist in San Fransisco’s North Bay, my work focuses on finding meaning in sorrow, transforming suffering into wisdom, and helping to create deeper intimacy with Self and others. I teach mind-body-spirit dance (NIA) and lead Interfaith Gospel Singing in workshops and on the streets . I find poetry erupting most often in the company of magnificent trees and loud oceans. I get to be a mother of two extraordinary beings and am honored to be a mentor to many other Soul friends.

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LIFTED

Comeback Poetry for a Needed Time

Kristy Hellum

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Published by AuthorHouse 10/18/2018

ISBN: 978-1-5462-3416-6 (sc)

ISBN: 978-1-5462-3414-2 (hc)

ISBN: 978-1-5462-3415-9 (e)

Library of Congress Control Number: 2018903454

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Someone take firmly

no, tenderly

my shoulders

and give them a little shake

and say;

beautifully done

this

breaking open.

KH

PREFACE

Dear Reader,

There is a force in human consciousness that mystics and poets often call God, which in truth has many names. Scattered amongst the leaves of poetry in this collection, you shall encounter these variations:

Immeasurable Universe, Mystery, Beauty, Love, Spirit, Beloved and One.

My deep heart’s desire is that you will allow yourself to exchange the name of One for another, to better suit your unique beliefs and soulful life. Stir all the variations together, add honey, sip while reading. Be surprised how deliciously the tastebuds can absorb a multitude