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The book is a comprehensive exploration of Ziji's life, art, and psychological journey, intertwined with poetry and reflections on trauma, relationships, and healing.
Author's Background: Ziji, a writer, visual artist, and former clinical psychologist, lives in the Northern Rivers rainforest. Artistic and Therapeutic Practice: Ziji's art and poetry practice, initially unintended as therapeutic, helps unearth body memories and generational trauma. Life Drawing Sessions: Ziji's life drawing sessions with Saskia involve a deep, non-verbal connection, focusing on authenticity and mutual energy exchange. Exploring Relationships: Ziji and Saskia's relationship is built on mutual understanding, complexity, and a shared commitment to truth and creativity. Personal History and Trauma: Ziji shares his traumatic family history, including his mother's death during his birth and his father's war-induced psychological struggles. Abuse and Healing: Ziji recounts his experiences of abuse at a boarding school and the long journey towards acknowledgment and healing. Therapeutic Methods: Ziji discusses his use of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMD*R) and other bodywork techniques to address trauma. Art as Therapy: Ziji views his art practice as a way to process trauma, allowing unconscious material to surface and be expressed creatively. Couple Therapy Insights: Ziji integrates his art practice into couple therapy sessions, using it to foster deep emotional and spiritual connections. Philosophical Reflections: Ziji reflects on the interconnectedness of life, the impact of intergenerational trauma, and the importance of conscious living.
