Book excerpt: “The wisdom is timeless and the updates fresh as Christina Baldwin brings this classic into a new century. Her clear, calm vision for writing as spiritual practice emanates from every page.”—Kathleen Adams, author of Journal to the Self In this classic book you will discover the intimate journey of personal and spiritual development that is possible through the practice of journal writing. In Life’s Companion, acclaimed author Christina Baldwin offers readers guidance and inspiration to this powerful way of expanding our inner horizons and opening our minds and spirits to a deeper relationship with the world and the people around us. Complete with enlightening quotations, exercises, sample journal entries, and techniques to nurture and encourage the writer and seeker within you, Life’s Companion will help you transform journaling into a powerful tool for self-growth, heightened awareness, and personal fulfillment.