Barbara Emrys

Author & Speaker

Barbara

Born in France as the child of an American diplomat, Barbara grew up in parts of Europe, Africa and the West Indies. She has enjoyed a career as an actress on television, stage and film, as well as a co-producer of independent movies.

Twenty-five years ago, she met don Miguel Ruiz and began an apprenticeship with him. Her shamanic training, as well as many years of work as a teacher of Toltec Dreaming, have given Barbara unique insights into human behavior and an artistic approach to life. Her collaborations with don Miguel, in the classroom and in their writing, are a continual source of inspiration.

The two have published several books together, including The Toltec Art of Life and Death, The Three Questions, and the series The Mystery School. Barbara has also written her own illuminating novels, including one based on her own experiences as a teenager living in Africa, titled The Red Clay of Burundi. She has other literary projects in development, a monthly teleclass, and looks forward to finding more ways to share and inspire.

More at www.barbaraemrys.com

Latest posts by Barbara Emrys

  • The Old Hag at the Door

    The Old Hag at the Door

    Barbara Emrys –

    Let me say something about the truth of spiritual discipline that goes far beyond daily meditations. You might remember Rumi’s tale about the pilgrim who came to the house of a renown spiritual master. I’m not entirely sure of the details of the story, so I’ll tell it my way. Please bear with me.

  • Heavy Traffic

    Heavy Traffic

    Barbara Emrys –

    We all know what it feels like to drive in heavy traffic. It’s not much fun– but even in the midst of so much noise and confusion, everybody seems to agree on the rules. They obey traffic signals. They observe warning signs. Drivers find their destinations, at their own pace, and the system appears orderly.…

  • Hope

    Hope

    Barbara Emrys –

    Hope is a very potent word in most societies. Like every other word, it’s a symbol– a dead thing, waiting to be brought to life. Once someone infuses it with meaning, it has the ability to move us. Once it is spoken, it has power.