Doorways to Transformation: Everyday Wisdom for the Creative Soul

I read this on my Kindle but wished to hold the physical book in my hands. This is a book to underline passages, write in the margins, and return to again and again. The short yet powerful chapters each hold great depth of insight. Reflective questions following each chapter can be used as creative prompts. The messages Karen Kinney imparts urges us to slow down from our (mostly self imposed) frenetic pace of living. She shows us how even the darkness in our lives can hold great lessons if we allow ourselves to journey through the darkness with awareness.

Rather than a generic arousal of good intentions or formulaic list of action steps, Doorways to Transformation offers itself as an introspective, challenging and encouraging companion to a reader’s life journey.Transformation, and a celebration of the ordinary. Wisdom, expressed in digestible bites with everyday language that still packs a gut punch and feels like an embrace from a friend or the acknowledgment of a deep heart to heart discussion with someone who knows exactly what you mean even though you haven’t yet lived into the words you share.Sometimes our paths are made clearer, our steps less wobbly when we find that others are experiencing the same kinds of stirring, awakening to a new self-consciousness or tweak in perspective that unlocks growth. This book is a trusty flashlight, a lit candle, a refreshing drink, a wink of solidarity and an outstretched hand spurring the reader to embrace the process inherent in any transformation.

I've been in a place of transition for awhile now.....searching for what to do next for work, how to live my best life, etc. Ive been in a constant state of unrest and turmoil, trying to force a decision, jumping from idea to idea. And then I got this book!! I've only read the first 3 chapters, but already I have gained a sense of calm, have gotten more insight into what "my best life" may entail, and am finally feeling ok with being in a place of change instead of wanting to fix it, rush through it, etc. Thank you Karen Kinney for writing this. I'm so tempted to rush through and read the entire book in one sitting, but am resisting and taking the time to digest, reflect and take stock of each idea, each reflection. This is exactly what I needed at this point in my life....so much so, that I just bought a copy for a friend who's also trying to figure out what "living her best life" entails.

I loved Karen's first book "The Reluctant Artist" so I was excited to see this new one she just released. Karen has a great way of putting big spiritual concepts into very clever and creative words that deeply hit my soul. I always reflect when I read her writing and this book offers the same. The creative genius that is behind the musings and meditations is inspiring and empowering. It helps me to see myself and my life with more creativity and possibility.

"Doorways to Transformation" by Karen Kinney is a book of reminders, reflections and inspiration on how to embark on the life you dream of /imagine yourself to live, as an artist or as anyone yearnng to live a more authentic and adventurous life. It's a gentle nudge of encouragement from someone who seems wise beyond her years. She has taken leaps of faith and made big changes in her own life ,sharing her fears and accomplishments.and saying "yes" to life seems to have become easier and easier. . Open up to any page and there's something to contemplate. I highly recommend it to anyone who feels a little fearful or stuck, or wishes for a little more or has a dream yet unattained. It's quite a pleasurable read.Marilyn Hoch

This book's title inspired me to invite my mom to join me on this journey- to walk through doorways to transform our distant relationship. We use this book as a constructive and wise tool each week. Short and sweet, yet powerful chapters, we apply what we learned weekly, and applied wisdom transforms lives! After just a few weeks of discussing and applying the gems within, we are experiencing a greater depth of relationship, authenticity and spiritual power in each of our lives, as well as between each other. We are so grateful for this potent, yet gentle tool. I invite all readers to challenge themselves and their loved ones to generate meaningful and healing relationships through the application of this healing book- absolutely priceless. Highly recommend!!

Karen writes from her soul. Her inspiration and thoughts on creativity are simple encouragements yet deep reminders of how to live a more abundant and creative life. As an artist and gallery owner I find all of her words speak to me. A beautifully written book for everyone who wishes to hold space in their life for an abundant life filled with joy and creativity.

What I liked so much about this book is that it's practical, and I can use it in my own life. There are engagement questions included at the end of each chapter, which got me to think about I could apply the author's ideas to my own experience. An abstract idea can be made concrete with questions, and that can be a real challenge with books like these. Great read.