Letting go of academic burnout: Embracing creative freedom through art and metaphor
When I reflect on my time in academia, I realize I was drawn to the sense of order it promised—the structure of syllabi, assignments lined…
Author: Kim Hermanson
Dr. Kim Hermanson helps creatives, pioneers, and seekers break free from linear thinking and access a deeper, more expansive intelligence through metaphor. An educator and adjunct professor at Pacifica Graduate Institute, she guides people into the mind’s third space—an untapped field of profound beauty and knowing. Learn more at MetaphorMind Lab.
How to unlock your creative flow & be moved by higher energy
Years ago, I found myself in the Art Barn at Esalen Institute, sitting on a stool, painting a paper mache mask. I had originally signed…
Embracing simplicity: How minimalism unlocks creativity and truth
I’ve always been drawn to simplicity. There’s something pure and grounding about it—a way to return to what matters most. And yet, my mind has…
Why art matters: Connecting with universal creative intelligence
I grew up in a hardworking Norwegian farming family in the Midwest, where practicality was a way of life. This mindset is etched into my…
Discover the power of third space: A transformative workshop for teachers, coaches, and facilitators
When groups of any size come together with a shared purpose, a “third space” of profound wisdom becomes available. This space transcends individual contributions, allowing…
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