"There is a part of the soul that stirs at night, in the dark and
soundless times of day, when our defenses are down and our daylight
distractions no longer serve to protect us from ourselves," writes
beloved author, Joan Chittister. "It's then, in the still of life, when
we least expect it, that questions emerge from the damp murkiness of our
inner underworld...These questions do not call for the discovery of
data; they call for the contemplation of possibility."
In words as wise as they are inspiring, Between the Dark and the
Daylight explores the concerns of modern life, of the overworked mind
and hurting heart. These are the paradoxical--and often
frustrating--moments when our lives feel at odds with everything around
us.
Only by embracing the contradictions, Chittister contends, may we live
well amid stress, withstand emotional storms, and satisfy our yearnings
for something transcendent and real. By delving into the chaos, this
book guides us through the questions that seemed easier to avoid and
enlightens what has been out of focus.
With her signature elegance, wit, and spirit, the bestselling author of
The Gift of Years and Following the Path opens our eyes and hearts
in these times of confusion. With simple and poignant meditations,
Between the Dark and the Daylight reveals how we can better understand
ourselves, one another, and God.
