Healing with Haiku: A Poetic Exploration of Self

Author/Contributor(s):	Helfer, Anne
Publisher:	Hatherleigh Press
Date:	2/25/2025
Binding:	Paperback
Condition:	NEW

Healing With Haiku invites you to delve into your innermost self, both emotionally and spiritually, through the art of haiku. This form of poetry, with its emphasis on careful observation, contemplation, and honest vulnerability, allows you to navigate personal challenges while aspiring for a balanced, peaceful, and joyous life.

Therapeutic writing has long been a cornerstone of wellness programs, particularly those addressing trauma, addiction, anxiety, and stress. By merging the healing power of therapeutic writing with the mindfulness and self-expression of haiku, you can process significant moments and emotions in a structured yet creative manner.

In Healing With Haiku, you will learn to:
• Compose authentic haiku using the 5-7-5 syllable structure
• Choose emotional language to better express yourself
• Write with both guided prompts and personal inspiration

Create deeply meaningful haiku and discover new ways to articulate what is true and important to you.