reflect & expand

Reflect & Expand is a collection of 12 original poems and photographs, as well as accompanying prompts to use in journaling, meditation, and/or conversation. The collection invites readers to explore universal themes we all experience as part of our humanity, including being present in our lives, moving out of comfort and familiarity into the unknown, letting go of control, facing our shadows, living an authentic and meaningful life, and more. The book is designed so that the reflections can be used in a linear or non-linear way, on a monthly or weekly basis, or all at once, depending on how individual readers choose to interact with the book. As a poet, an artist, and a therapist, Emily Bowman, understands the power of language, images, and reflection in connecting to our inner wisdom. Through the poems, photographs, and prompts in this book she gently guides readers toward a deeper understanding of themselves and their relationship with the world around them, while also providing opportunities and inspiration for growth and expansion. The book can also be used as a reflective journal, as it contains blank pages for recording responses to prompts.