"If you have never been called a defiant, incorrigible, impossible woman… have faith… there is yet time." - Dr. Clarissa Pinkola Estés
In today's world, everyone is a brand, marketing themselves across social media platforms, shouting for attention. We live in a space so saturated with voices that it's almost impossible to discern who the real experts are. Everyone claims to be an authority, but, in the midst of all the noise, there’s one true expert you won’t find on Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter. In fact, you won't find her anywhere online—she simply isn’t there. Yet her work, once encountered, will change you forever.
Her life's work is not just a collection of books filled with ancient wisdom meant for the world’s most prestigious libraries. It is a sanctuary—a lifelong refuge for any woman who embarks on the treacherous journey of self-actualization. Like a loving grandmother who welcomes you to rest your head on her lap, Dr. Estés offers a space where you are freed, nourished, and empowered to stay the course, and become everything you are meant to be.
Who is this elusive woman? Dr. Clarissa Pinkola Estés.

Her name is Dr. Clarissa Pinkola Estés.
Born in Indiana (1945), Clarissa Pinkola Estés, a famous poet and certified Jungian psychoanalyst of Mexican/Native American descent, was inducted into the Arts category in 2006 for her nationwide impact. Her work has been translated into 42 languages, it is a revered text exploring women’s intrinsic nature.
Overcoming life’s hardships, from being adopted to being a welfare mother, Estés, a PhD holder, has significantly contributed to the field of post-trauma recovery, serving communities affected by tragedies like the Columbine massacre and 9/11. She’s been awarded and acknowledged for her tireless commitment to arts, social justice and adult literacy.
Women Who Run with the Wolves, the Wild Woman Archetype, and other Featured Work

Dr. Estes's collection of books and stories have taken over thirty years to be completed. Her published work include, Untie the Strong Woman, The Blessed Mother's Immaculate Love for the Wild Soul, Women Who Run With the Wolves, Myths and Stories of the Wild Woman Archetype, The Gift of Story, A Wise Tale About What is Enough, The Faithful Gardener: A Wise Tale About that Which Can Never Die, Untie the Strong Woman, The Holy Mother in Modern Times, The Dangerous Old Woman, Myths and Stories of the Wise Woman Archetype, The Power of the Crone: The Dangerous Old Woman series, The Joyeous Body, The Late Bloomer, and many more!
Dr. Estés' work feels like it was crafted by a force beyond human comprehension—her depth, wisdom, and understanding of the human soul might even lead you to believe she herself is a myth. But she is real, and her contributions to the world are transformative in ways words cannot easily describe. Her brilliance shines from her unique blend of psychology, storytelling, and the ancient wisdom of global myths. Born to immigrant parents of Mexican and Hungarian descent, Dr. Estés' early life was steeped in the rich cultural heritage of her ancestors. These stories, which she absorbed as a child, became the bedrock of her life's work, as she immersed herself in the archetypal and mythological worlds that have existed for centuries.
Dr. Estés is more than a Jungian psychologist; she is a keeper of the wild feminine. Her teachings, grounded in the stories and traditions of cultures worldwide, help people reconnect with a deep, untamed part of themselves. For Dr. Estés, this primal essence—what she calls the "wild woman"—is not just an idea, but a vital archetype within every woman, waiting to be awakened.
Breaking Free
But the path to sharing her wisdom has not been easy. Dr. Estés, as a woman of color, has faced the many barriers that come with having a voice that doesn't fit into mainstream narratives. Yet, it is precisely in this struggle—this journey of being silenced and overlooked—that her work resonates most profoundly. Her life's mission is not only to empower women but to help people of all backgrounds rediscover the healing power of their own stories.
What makes Dr. Estés even more extraordinary is her ability to transcend the need for online presence. In a world where visibility is often equated with importance, Dr. Estés has chosen to remain largely unseen in the digital landscape, resisting the urge to become a public persona. Instead, she has built her legacy through the timeless power of her words and teachings. She has become a quiet beacon of wisdom, reminding us that some of the most valuable treasures are found not in the noise, but in the silence.
Untamed Woman
Dr. Clarissa Pinkola Estés' life’s work is a testament to the healing power of stories—of honoring one's roots, of reconnecting to the wild, untamed parts of ourselves, and of recognizing the wisdom that flows from ancient traditions. Her books, lectures, and workshops continue to invite us into a world where we are not just surviving, but living fully and authentically.
In a time when everyone is screaming for attention, Dr. Estés shows us the profound truth that it is often in the quiet, unseen spaces where true wisdom resides. And it is through embracing our wildness and the wisdom of ancient stories that we can heal, grow, and live with deeper meaning.
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