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Kypris Aster Drake

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Normandi Ellis, Oriah Mountain Dreamer, Lynne Andrews

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Kypris is a Biochemist turned Therapist in California who writes self-help books that combine spirituality and the science of psychology. Her pre-therapy career included lab work for pharmaceutical companies, technical writing for software companies, and Shamanic Tantra courses. For the last 12 years she has changed her focus to the world of psychology, including work at hospice, crisis lines, and non-profits.

In her current incarnation, Kypris works in private practice as a therapist and as coach in her Love Which business.

Living in the mountains of California, she enjoys spending her free time with her chickens, gardens, and hot tub.

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I have just one question and that question is, what is the purpose of life? Now, I have pondered this question ever since I was a little kid. Now that I am 75 y.o., to know what the answer is more than ever on my mind. What say you is your point of view on this matter? Your friend Jimmy

Kypris Aster Drake Hi Jimmy, nice to hear from you! My answer to this question is simple, but not easy. I truly believe that the meaning of life is to be happy. But let …moreHi Jimmy, nice to hear from you! My answer to this question is simple, but not easy. I truly believe that the meaning of life is to be happy. But let me explain.

I don't mean happiness at the expense of others, but I also don't mean trying to be happy while making everyone else happy.

In my experience, true happiness comes from following the vision that we're all given by Spirit. The "not easy" part is being open enough to see and hear what that vision IS. It can get so confusing for me with all the narrative in my head telling me I need to do and be a thousand other things. To hear the voice, for real, I must get very very QUIET. How? Meditation, of course.

I have a new book coming....really. And in it I write about how I've moved to a happier life, and how maybe, just maybe, that would work for you too. Stay tuned. The book designer is busily creating cover art and making the writing pretty and readable. Hoping to be complete by Summer Solstice.(less)

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Kypris Aster Drake I get my body moving. I walk, bike, hike, or do yoga. If that doesn't work I go on an "artist date" a la Julia Cameron. And barring that, I pray. :)…moreI get my body moving. I walk, bike, hike, or do yoga. If that doesn't work I go on an "artist date" a la Julia Cameron. And barring that, I pray. :)(less)

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Riding the Dragon: Needs and Attachment in Non-Monogamy

March 14, 2024

I’ve been ruminating on this topic for the last month, after working with several couples and individuals in my practice who are opening into polyamory and non-monogamy in a bigger way than ever before — and are surprised when it brings up so many emotional triggers.

My own lived experience comes up as I sit with my client, times in the past when my whole body shook and the tears

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Ingathering: The Complete People Stories of Zenna Henderson by Zenna Henderson Mark Olson Priscilla Olson(1995-05-01)

by Zenna; Edited by Mark and Priscilla Olson Henderson

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