The Karma of Cats eBook.  Stories and reflections on the many lessons we learn from cats—about life, love, and our spiritual nature

“The Karma of Cats is yet more proof that cats teach us to be better humans, and sometimes even save our lives. Read this book with a cat on your lap, then hand it to another biped in need of inspiration.” —Caroline Paul, author of Lost Cat and The Gutsy Girl

“What I find most enticing about The Karma of Cats are the golden filaments of respect, delight, and appreciation that weave through the unique voice of each storyteller, these kindred spirits who—like ourselves—treasure the remarkable gifts bestowed upon us by our feline family members.” —Susan Chernak McElroy, author of Why Buffalo Dance

There is nothing quite like the love of a cat. Both revered and feared throughout history, cats are unique in the mystical truths and practical lessons they share with us.

In The Karma of Cats, spiritual teachers and writers reflect on the wisdom and gifts they’ve received from their feline friends—exploring themes of radical respect, unconditional love, our spiritual nature, and more.

Loving companions and wild spirits, our feline friends have much to teach all who welcome them into their homes and hearts.

With an introduction by Seane Corn and contributions by Alice Walker, Andrew Harvey, Biet Simkin, Brother David Steindl-Rast, Damien Echols, Geneen Roth, Jeffrey Moussaieff Masson, Kelly McGonigal, Rachel Naomi Remen, Sterling “TrapKing” Davis, and many more.

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“The Karma of Cats is yet more proof that cats teach us to be better humans, and sometimes even save our lives. Read this book with a cat on your lap, then hand it to another biped in need of inspiration.” —Caroline Paul, author of Lost Cat and The Gutsy Girl

“What I find most enticing about The Karma of Cats are the golden filaments of respect, delight, and appreciation that weave through the unique voice of each storyteller, these kindred spirits who–like ourselves–treasure the remarkable gifts bestowed upon us by our feline family members.” —Susan Chernak McElroy, author of Why Buffalo Dance

–This text refers to the paperback edition.

About the Author

Diana Ventimiglia is an editor at Sounds True. For the last 15 years, she’s edited everything from romance novels, women’s interest books, and personal success stories, to inspirational and spiritual growth projects. She’s passionate about all things yoga, meditation, rock climbing, and pizza. When she’s not editing, you’ll find her working through the five-plus books on her nightstand and scolding her cat, Phillip, to stop knocking things off the shelf. (But he’s so cute!) She lives in Brooklyn, New York. –This text refers to the paperback edition.

Editorial Reviews

 09/16/2019 

Ventimiglia, an editor at Sounds True, collects in this charming volume short essays (and one poem) that meditate on the spirituality of cat companionship. Opened by a lovely introductory essay from yoga teacher Seane Corn, these thoughtful, well-crafted pieces present anecdotes and moments of communion inspired by feline companions. They include Suzan Colón’s story of choosing to adopt a cat with medical problems soon after the death of her previous beloved pet, Rachel Naomi Remen’s essay of cat love and coping with her diagnosis of Crohn’s disease, and Brother David Steindl-Rast’s story of a life shared with many cats (starting with one in WWII Vienna). Most of the essays adopt a broad spiritual approach to their topic, and readers will find familiar Buddhist and yoga themes considered through a furry lens. The entire collection is capped off with Alice Walker’s almost Seussian “I Was Born to Hold A Cat”: “But in my heart?/ Enough/ of that./ the question was: Where/ is/ Phoebe?/ Where is/ my/ cat?” Each entry is also accompanied by a picture of the author with their cat. This fun, cheerful edition will appeal to any spiritualist or cat lover. (Oct.)

 

The Karma of Cats is yet more proof that cats teach us to be better humans, and sometimes even save our lives. Read this book with a cat on your lap, then hand it to another biped in need of inspiration.” —Caroline Paul, author of Lost Cat and The Gutsy Girl

“What I find most enticing about The Karma of Cats are the golden filaments of respect, delight, and appreciation that weave through the unique voice of each storyteller, these kindred spirits who—like ourselves—treasure the remarkable gifts bestowed upon us by our feline family members.” —Susan Chernak McElroy, author of Why Buffalo Dance