The Way of Integrity

March 15, 2021
Integrity, as defined by popular author and life coach Beck, means experiencing "unity of intention, fascination, and purpose." Using Dante's The Divine Comedy as an armature, Beck likens searching for one's true self to Dante's journey. One begins in the "dark wood of error," the place where you question your life's path and often suffer emotional and physical distress. Along the way, teachers appear and guide you through the gates of hell, those thoughts that keep you focused fearfully on the future rather than enjoying the present. While Dante created three sections, Beck has four: woods, inferno, purgatory, and paradise. The deepest circles of hell are reserved for those who lie, and Beck emphasizes the necessity of truth-telling even if it ruptures relationships. The road eventually leads toward the goal of peace. Beck freely shares her own journey and challenges pilgrims to face up to fears and embrace their inner guides. Frequent quizzes and questions help steer readers through the work needed to find their true selves, and many will be moved by Beck's sincerity and lucid techniques.

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