num_pages: 116
description: This book aims to support those going through times of crisis and depression  primarily Pagan but accessible to all. Utilising Pagan spiritual imagery skills and perspectives a combination of inspirational text and easy exercises work with images and stories to distract and encourage for short-term relief and long-term healing.From the apparent hopelessness of deep night through to the inevitable return of sunrise Nature imagery tales of mythology and Deity combine in accessible meditations activities and anecdotes to remind the reader that they are not alone on their path through the darkness.Cat acts as a guide through the forest working with the Druid skills of Bardic tales and Ovatic land/spirit connection. Darkness and despair can lead to peace and inspiration through the simple bravery of stepping forward.Facing the Darkness contains beautiful original artwork by Emma Hotchkin as well as many individual tales of quiet heroism experienced every day.This is a book for those times when you are literally on your knees and the screaming inside your head is so loud that its either going to come out or tear you apart. And for those times when you are numb to the marrow of your bones and the despair is so overwhelming that you can see no way to keep going. Theres very little that can help a person in those places as you will know if youve been there or tried to help someone going through that kind of deep depression. Cat Treadwell has written a book that faces the torment head on and offers words of support and insight to help a person not be destroyed by what is happening to them. A brave raw and potent piece of writing from someone who knows that the dark nights cannot be magically banished but that they can be survived.  Nimue Brown Author of Druidry &amp; the AncestorsIt takes a certain special something for words in a book to reach you through a tar-pit of depression  the words in this book have that something. Cat shares her own experience and that of others simply and sensitively offering insights and suggestions in small doses which have helped sufferers to hold on when it is hardest to do so. Some books expect a lot from you  this one accepts you where you are as you are offering perspective and a safe place to be when youre vulnerable. If the best in us comes out when we are tested maybe these words will guide you to the best in you. - Paul C. Newman Bard &amp; StorytellerThis rather counter cultural little book (and by that counter to the current light obsessed perfection-driven and success-oriented western spirituality culture) is profoundly honest and filled to the edges with the gritty wisdom of one whos not avoided the pain-filled way. Its a book to be read slowly and mindfully. The exercises are practical and quietly powerful if given adequate time. As one also prone to the black clouds I was grateful for the immediate sense of solidarity and support. - Mark Townsend Author of Jesus Through Pagan EyesFor anyone facing their dark night of the soul Cats lyrical and painfully honest account is a guiding light. Cats tale of her own difficulties is moving poignant and powerful. There is vulnerability here and a delicious inspirational quality that serves to lend a helping hand through the forests of depression and anguish.  Kristoffer Hughes Head of the Anglesey Druid Order and author of From the Cauldron BornA wise practical and spiritual guide to dealing with depression with advice from those who have walked the black dog and learned how best to kennel it. - Liz Williams Award-Winning Novelist &amp; Guardian Columnist
language: English
title: Facing the Darkness
publisher: Moon Books