Sue Patton Thoele is a
psychotherapist, former hospice chaplain and bereavement group leader, and
author of ten books. She and her husband, Gene, live in Colorado, close to their
adult children and grandchildren. Her passions include friendships, swimming
with free dolphins, being a "soccer grammy," arts and crafts,
exploring spirituality with her husband, and encouraging herself and others to
find balance, peace of mind, and open-heartedness through the gentle practice
of increased mindfulness. Her books include: The Courage to Be
Yourself, The Woman's Book of Courage,
Autumn of the Spring Chicken, Heart Centered
Marriage, The Woman's Book of Confidence,
The Woman's Book of Spirit, Freedoms After
50, Growing Hope, The Courage to Be a
Stepmom, The Woman's Book of Soul, and
The Courage to Be Yourself
Journal.