Marjorie Miles Author

A Memoir That Reveals the Healing Power of Haiku Poetry and Creative Self-Expression

While daydreaming in her oncology doctor’s office, Marjorie Miles heard a voice telling her to write a poem—specifically a haiku. Despite her notion that cancer was not a poetic topic, she reluctantly picked up a pen. Moments later, she was staring at a simple three-line poem she had written about the radiation phase of her treatment. She read her poem aloud and discovered an enchanted echo beyond the words. It reverberated within her heart, revealing her Authentic Self among the tears, anger, humor, hope and creativity hidden there.

Marjorie reaches out to those who have been touched by cancer in this inspiring story of her journey to health and wholeness.

Haikus hold feelings
Beyond our word descriptions
Divine containers

Marjorie Miles, DCH, MFT, a former psychology professor and psychotherapist, earned her doctorate in clinical hypnotherapy. Dr. Marjorie fulfills her passion for creative expression as a writer, poet, spoken word artist, workshop facilitator and Dream and Creativity Coach. She lives with her husband and two quirky cats in Huntington Beach, CA.

drmmiles@outlook.com

What Others Are Saying About Healing Haikus

Dr. Marjorie Miles memoir, Healing Haikus, weaves honesty, humor and poetry into a heartfelt tale of her cancer journey. I laughed and cried and was touched deeply by her words. The healing power of the simple three lined haikus she was inspired to write during her cancer experience is evident throughout the book. I highly recommend this inspirational book. Dr. Miles' muse came to her in a dark time providing a healing outlet. Now Dr. Miles continues to help others find their muses, including me. Thank you.

Heather Rivera PhD, Author of Healing the Present from the Past and Quiet Water.

Marjorie Miles' book, Healing Haikus, A Poetic Prescription for Surviving Cancer, is a best friend that will hold your hand and walk with you through the difficult phases of this terrifying journey. Marjorie knows that your life changes forever when the doctor says, 'It's cancer.' She candidly and with humor takes the reader through her journey with lung cancer from diagnosis through recovery, and along the way using haikus that provide both hope and healing.

Paula Marshall

Marjorie Miles is truly a bright light in this world. When cancer came to her, she approached it with the stance and stamina of the spiritual warrior that she is. An intuitive coach and hypnotherapist, Marjorie utilized guided imagery and positive visualization in tandem with traditional medicine to activate her own healing. When her inner guidance prompted her to write poems, she was wise enough to listen. Her poems and journey to the other side of the battle with cancer are narrated with wit and charm. I highly recommend her book, Healing Haikus, a Poetic Prescription for Surviving Cancer. It is a lively and informative memoir for anyone who needs the courage and inspiration to meet seemingly daunting challenges.

Lillian Nader, M.Ed., CHT, Guided Imagery Therapist
Author of Pandora, a musical comedy,
Native Americans: A Proud Heritage, a workbook
Coauthor of A Warm Breeze in the Caribbean, a novel

It is rare to find a book that inspires uplifts and motivates so beautifully. This memoir covers Marjorie’s metamorphosis through cancer and her creative power of poetry. Her story is a life jacket for anyone facing a health challenge. Most of all you will want to share this book with everyone you.

Teena Armstrong, Ph.D. M.S.
Certified Rehabilitation Counselor/Consultant
Speaker, Author, Community College Instructor