Born in France as the child of an American diplomat, Barbara grew up in parts of Europe, Africa and the West Indies. She has enjoyed a career as an actress on television, stage and film, as well as a co-producer of independent movies.

Twenty-five years ago, she met don Miguel Ruiz and began an apprenticeship with him. Her shamanic training, as well as many years of work as a teacher of Toltec Dreaming, have given Barbara unique insights into human behavior and an artistic approach to life. Her collaborations with don Miguel, in the classroom and in their writing, are a continual source of inspiration.

The two have published several books together, including The Toltec Art of Life and Death, The Three Questions, and the series The Mystery School. Barbara has also written her own illuminating novels, including one based on her own experiences as a teenager living in Africa, titled The Red Clay of Burundi. She has other literary projects in development, a monthly teleclass, and looks forward to finding more ways to share and inspire.

More at www.barbaraemrys.com

• Grief and Renewal: Finding Beauty and Balance in Loss - 2023

• Eros - 2021

• The Actor - 2020

• The Three Questions: How to Discover and Master the Power Within You - 2018

• The Toltec Art of Life and Death: A Story of Discovery - 2015

• The Red Clay of Burundi: Finding God, the Music, and Me - 2014