This Wild and Precious Life, a Journal by Mary Oliver
What Makes This Special
Some of the most important conversations you’ll ever have are with yourself. And sometimes, you just need a quiet place to have them. This isn't just a blank book. It's an invitation, a space to sit with the words of Mary Oliver, one of the wisest observers of the world’s quiet corners. Each page holds a bit of her poetry, a question she might have asked, paired with gentle drawings of the natural world she so loved. It's a way to let her words be a guide, prompting you to look a little closer at your own life, to notice the small wonders, and to ask yourself those big, important questions. It’s a conversation with a poet, and with yourself.
Benefits for Your Well-being
Putting pen to paper is a powerful thing. It can untangle thoughts, quiet a worried mind, and help you see the path ahead a little more clearly. This journal is a tool for that good work.
- A Space for Your Thoughts: Life moves fast. This journal gives you a place to slow down, to capture a passing thought, a feeling, or a memory before it gets away.
- Gentle Nudges for Reflection: Mary Oliver’s words are the kind that make you stop and think. The prompts inside, drawn from her poems, ask you to notice, to feel, and to wonder about your own life.
- A Connection to the Natural World: The beautiful illustrations and Oliver's own reverence for nature remind you to look up from your screen and see the world that’s waiting right outside your door.
- Find Your Own Words: Sometimes, all it takes is a line of poetry to unlock your own story. This journal is a place to find your own voice, inspired by one of the greats.
Built for Real Life
A journal ought to be a trusted companion, something that fits into the real, sometimes messy, corners of your life. This one is built for that. It’s a good size to tuck into a bag, to keep on your nightstand, or to take with you to a quiet spot in the park. You don’t need to be a writer to use it. There are no rules here. You can open it to any page and just start. It’s a simple, practical tool for those quiet moments when you need to check in with yourself, to ask, as Mary Oliver did, "What is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?"
