Blessings: Prayers and Declarations for a Heartful Life

by Julia Cameron

Through her workshops and writings (including her bestseller The Artist's Way ), Julia Cameron has inspired millions to pursue their dreams. In the tradition of Heart Steps , Blessings reveals the keys she uses to reconnect herself with the source of her creative spirit. Focusing on gratitude and recognizing the power to change one's surrounding world by changing one's thinking, Cameron explains how she surrenders to the "deeper flow of life rather than willfully forcing artificial solutions." By acknowledging the beauty, harmony, and synergy of life, readers learn through Cameron's inspiring prose how to cherish the gifts they have been given and use them to their fullest. Those who read and follow Cameron's advice and prayers and listen to Tim Wheater's healing music in the audiobook will realize how to achieve harmony in their lives and embrace the notion that they are part of a larger whole that holds them in a benevolent and protective view. With Blessings , readers will understand the secrets of a life that is rich, beautiful, intricate, and valuable.

Genres: Nonfiction, Self Help, Spirituality, Personal Growth, Poetry

208 pages, Paperback

First published March 9, 1998

About the author

Julia Cameron has been an active artist for more than thirty years, with fifteen books (including bestsellers The Artist's Way, Walking In This World and The Right to Write) and countless television, film, and theater scripts to her credit. Writing since the age of 18, Cameron has a long list of screenplay and teleplay credits to her name, including an episode of Miami Vice, and Elvis and the Beauty Queen, which starred Don Johnson. She was a writer on such movies as Taxi Driver, New York, New York, and The Last Waltz. She wrote, produced, and directed the award-winning independent feature film, God's Will, which premiered at the Chicago International Film Festival, and was selected by the London Film Festival, the Munich International Film Festival, and Women in Film Festival, among others. In addition to making film, Cameron has taught film at such diverse places as Chicago Filmmakers, Northwestern University, and Columbia College. Her profound teachings on unlocking creativity and living from the creative center have inspired countless artists to unleash their full potential.

Reviews

[Karen Shipman · Rating 4 out of 5]

These daily prayers focus on gratitude and the power to change your life by changing your thinking

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[Victoria · Rating 3 out of 5]

I was a bit confused as Julia wrote this book in the first person... so initially I was astounded as every entry was an endorsement of all the wonderful things about her... then I realized it was written that way so the reader would be reading about themselves. In that perspective it was quite uplifting and SO many blessings... one would never think of all them without these beautiful prompts. Thank you Julia for another wonderful book.

[Debbie · Rating 4 out of 5]

While this is not the Julia Cameron book, I enjoyed it thoroughly and will continue to use it as a journaling source.

When I flipped open the book while shopping, it fell to the devotional I needed that day. I had been pondering the lack of physical touch in my life and page 38 was the first page I opened.

Thank you, Julia Cameron for always inspiring me to grow.

[M.j. Radosevich · Rating 3 out of 5]

Usually I have quite enjoyed other reads from Julia Cameron ; however, this time it seemed a bit pedantic in tone. I picked it up on and off as it was a good reminder of all we have of which to be grateful. Her chapter missives were short snippets of her own insights.

[Sara · Rating 5 out of 5]

These prayers are comforting and inspiring. I enjoy opening up to a page and seeing what wisdom will speak to me that day, and so often I open up to a page that guided me to just the right topic of focus in my spiritual reflections for that time. Such a beautiful book.

[konami · Rating 5 out of 5]

A daily read of passages to begin or end your day with or contemplating moments.

[Brittany Vogt · Rating 5 out of 5]

I will read this daily and forever.

[Leela Francis · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is a sweet, small companion for daily life. I love to read a page before my meditation. It reminds me about what really matters and makes my day more sensually alive and meaningful.
Leela Francis
http://www.VividlyWoman.com

[Rani · Rating 2 out of 5]

This is a good inspiration book, my only problem with this is it reads more like a sermon. That is not working for me, I feel I need to write a different version of blessing, not so heavy on the abstract. Not as good as some other titles by the author.

[Kathleen Cooper · Rating 5 out of 5]

I've used this little book as a daily devotional for the past 4 years. I add the date and make notes in the margins each time I reread a page. It's been a valuable tool in developing a consistent habit of gratitude and prayer.

[Carole Thompson · Rating 4 out of 5]

I am rereading BLESSINGS at this time. I've reread this book many times since buying it in 1998. We have so many blessings that at this season of Thanksgiving and Christmas, we can forget how wonderful life is.

[Mollie Wayland · Rating 5 out of 5]

I own the book and the tape. I would recommend both.

[Jeannine Lee · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love Julia Cameron. Doesn't much matter what she writes.

[Marla · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good to read off & on -- lovely.

[Jamie · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a beautiful and very clear little book about gratitude.

[PollyAnna Joy · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not what I expected, as is typical of Julia Cameron, well worth the read.