Carlson at Harper & Row, who through his intuition and personal
regard for my first book, The Tao of Psychology, had faith in me and
in Goddesses in Everywoman.
My family have been stalwart supporters as I labored on this book
in their midst. Long ago, I decided that if I were to write, I would
do it without withdrawing from them or closing a door between us.
I would be available and present, at the same time that I would need
their consideration. My husband, Jim, and my children, Melody and
Andy, have been with me all the way on this project. In addition to
emotional support, Jim has from time to time lent his professional
eye as an editor to my writing, encouraging me to trust my own in-
stincts, to leave in examples and images that evoke feelings.
And my heartfelt thanks to many people whose support to finish
Goddesses in Everywoman came at synchronistic times—whenever I
was discouraged and needed to be reminded that this book could
be helpful to others. My task was to persevere until the book was
finished. Once published, I knew that it would have a life of its own
and would find whomever it is supposed to reach.
xGoddesses in Everywoman