britteksell – Health Psychology and Creativity

A
Joyful Way of Being

will invite you to

Find inspiration for midlife renewal
Use creativity to tap into your feelings
Connect to play again at any age
Overcome fear and reluctance in the face of chang

Distributed By | Simon & Schuster
Published By | She Writes Press
Available for Pre-Order Wherever Books Are Sold

Release date March 17, 2026

Book Reviews

“A Joyful Way of Being offers many cogent insights into the role that creativity can play in each person’s life. While a specific focus is brought to the critical period of midlife, the ideas and practices can serve as guidance through any period when our souls require that we transform our lives.”
—Michael Meade, author of “Awakening the Soul” and “The Genius Myth

“This book is a heartfelt testament to the truth that creativity belongs to everyone, especially those who may have tucked it away for years. It’s a beautifully supportive companion for anyone on a journey of creative renewal—an experience that can be profoundly emotional, deeply affirming, and joyfully uplifting.”
—Chip Conley, New York Times best-selling author and founder of the world’s first midlife wisdom school, MEA

“With warmth and insight, BrittMarie Eksell reveals how creative expression after 50 nourishes our joy and spirit. Drawing on years of professional experience, she offers stories, reflections, and practical guidance that invite us to explore and expand—and to trust that creativity and inner truth can blossom with age.”
—Sally Jean Fox, PhD Meeting the Muse After Midlife: A Journey to Meaning, Creativity, and Joy

An encouraging self-help text for older audiences, A Joyful Way of Being suggests that making and enjoying art is key to finding and unlocking joy. this is a supportive text, person-centered and action-oriented.
—Foreword Reviews

About BrittMarie

BrittMarie Eksell grew up in Stockholm, Sweden, and moved to the US in 1975 to study textile design at Pratt Institute. Inspired by the power of creative expression, she earned an MA in art therapy and a PhD in health psychology and went on to work in cancer hospitals, creating spaces for emotional expression and healing.

After spending 35 years in the US, she now resides in Scotland. Here she enjoys daily hikes with her beloved dogs and capturing the serenity and beauty of her natural surroundings through photography.