The Wisdom of the Body: A Contemplative Journey to Wholeness for Women, by Christine Valters Painter (paperback)

The Wisdom of the Body: A Contemplative Journey to Wholeness for Women (Paperback)

Discover a transformative guide to embracing your physical, emotional, and spiritual self with The Wisdom of the Body by Christine Valters Painter. This beautifully crafted book invites women to embark on a contemplative journey toward wholeness, weaving together insights from theology, spirituality, and creative practices.

Published by Ave Maria Press, this empowering paperback is perfect for women seeking deeper connection with their inner selves and the divine. Painter’s gentle wisdom encourages reflection, mindfulness, and self-compassion, offering a path to healing and balance in a busy world.

Whether you’re exploring family spirituality, prayer, or theology, this book provides a meaningful resource for personal growth and spiritual enrichment. Lightweight and portable at just 2 oz, it’s ideal for quiet moments at home or on the go.

Features:

• Thought-provoking reflections tailored for women.
• Enriches spiritual practices with contemplative insights.
• Published by trusted Catholic brand Ave Maria Press.
• Perfect for readers interested in spirituality, saints, and theology.

Available now at Credo Catholic: Books, Goods, & More, The Wisdom of the Body is more than a book—it’s a companion on your journey to wholeness. Order your copy today and reconnect with the sacred wisdom within!

More from the publisher:

The distorted view of the perfect female body created by popular culture, television, movies, and the media often causes women to become uncomfortable with their own bodies. Christine Valters Paintner, popular author of nine books and abbess of the online retreat center Abbey of the Arts, draws from Celtic, desert, and Benedictine traditions to help women connect with their bodies through writing, visual art, and movement. In The Wisdom of the Body, Christine Valters Paintner focuses on the true meaning of the Incarnation: God became and points to the spiritual importance of appreciating the bodies God gave us.

Each of the book's ten chapters is a mini-workshop designed to lead us to new ways of being in relationship with our bodies. Starting with the senses and shifting toward emotions and desires, Paintner explores their role as thresholds to discovering the body's wisdom. She draws from Christian tradition to offer principles and practices such as stability, hospitality, and gratitude to lead us on a journey that ends with a sense of deep peace and self-acceptance. Through expressive arts and creative movement, Paintner demonstrates a new a language and way of integrating and sharing our discoveries. By exploring the lives of women in the Bible and in the Christian tradition, including Eve, Mary, Hildegaard of Bingen, and Amma Syncletica, Paintner introduces us to companions that accompany us on our journey.

205 pages

6" x 9"