Losa Patterson

Wahine Warrior (eBook, ePUB)

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

In this book, Losa Patterson, a Pasifika clinical psychotherapist and life coach, shares her personal experiences, hoping they can help you heal. While she includes trauma stories that may be confronting, they are approached with care and sensitivity, emphasizing the essential processing of emotions and behaviours. Many have connected with her story, so if you find that her journey reflects your own and supports your healing, it is truly hoped that it brings you joy, peace, and love. This writing aims to serve as a valuable resource that helps you recognize your worth and empowers you to thrive, positively impacting generations to come!

The preparations for the sea journey are complete. Suddenly, a gentle breeze caresses our bare skin, its direction indicating favourable weather. 'Ua logo I tino matagi lelei - Upu fiafia'. A favourable wind is felt on the body - the joy of expectation.Embark on a voyage of diverse winds!Blending life experiences with soul-searching journeys, this book crafts a delicate tapestry of heartache and healing, finding its way to peace, love and genuine forgiveness.

It takes an incredible amount of strength, determination and resilience to ask questions about the most foundational aspects of our lives, and those who raised us, in a quest to create new pathways and spiritual realities for those who come after us. In this brave and vulnerable book, this is exactly what Losa has done. Her commitment to the integrity of her wairuatanga and the wellbeing of her children, grandchildren, and future generations shines through in this book, sustained by empathy and deep appreciation for the wisdom of those who have gone before her. An insightful resource that I believe has the power to change generations!

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Losa Patterson
• Seitenzahl: 164
• Erscheinungstermin: 15. Oktober 2024
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9781763600119
• Artikelnr.: 76050182

Autorenporträt

Losa was born in 1961 in Auckland, New Zealand, embodies the spirit of lifelong learning and community dedication. Driven by her Samoan and Tongan heritage, she ventured back into academia as an adult, earning a master's degree in clinical psychotherapy in 2002. This pivotal achievement set the stage for her to become a beacon of mental health support within Pasifika communities. Her career, a tapestry of diverse roles, ranges from grassroots support work to influential management positions in both government and non-government organisations. This broad spectrum of experience has armed Losa with a profound understanding of the intricacies and nuances of mental health care.Losa's passion extends beyond individual care; she is a fervent advocate for developing a robust Pacific workforce. Through her commitment to capacity and leadership building, she empowers Pasifika people, ensuring they are equipped to uplift their communities.Renowned as an inspiring trainer, clinical supervisor, and presenter, Losa is celebrated for her engaging storytelling and mana-enhancing approach. Her work transcends the boundaries of a mere career - it's a heartfelt calling. She takes immense pride in her role in transforming lives, altering the destinies of individuals and families with her compassionate guidance. Outside of her professional life, Losa is a wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunty, cousin and friend. She actively shares her insights and experiences across various platforms. Ever eager to connect, she thrives on engaging with others who share her fervour for mental health and community well-being. Her journey is a testament to the power of dedication, cultural pride, and the unyielding pursuit of making a difference.