Psychologist and author Dr. Barbara Becker Holstein has released a new historical fiction series that revisits the 1960s to explore the lives of young women during a pivotal era for women's rights. The series, beginning with 'Women's Freedom: The Dawn Of Possibilities' and its predecessor 'Women's Freedom, Unfinished Love Stories,' follows characters like Madison and Ginger as they navigate college life, relationships, and limited choices in a changing cultural landscape.
The books highlight how pregnancy often forced difficult decisions about motherhood or adoption due to societal constraints. Holstein uses these narratives to illustrate the emotional and psychological terrain women faced, emphasizing that desires for autonomy, love, and self-expression remain timeless despite cultural evolution. This historical perspective arrives as contemporary discussions suggest women are in danger of losing rights hard-won by activists like Betty Friedan and Gloria Steinem.
Holstein, known for integrating Positive Psychology into accessible media, is offering both ebooks free on specific dates in November and December. More information on the books is available at https://www.amazon.com/stores/Barbara-Becker-Holstein/author/B001JXEZ8U?.
The author's broader work includes self-esteem resources for youth, such as her workbook 'Secrets,' which became a bestseller in teen depression categories. Her recent projects address modern challenges, including a series based on pandemic issues available on streaming platforms and The Selfie Showcase initiative. This project, detailed at http://www.selfiefilmmakers.com, allows young people to create videos about their concerns, aiming to reduce anxiety by fostering meaningful dialogue.
Holstein's primary website, http://www.enchantedself.com, features her work on happiness and relationships. By drawing parallels between past and present struggles, her new book series underscores the ongoing relevance of women's fight for freedom and self-determination, making it a significant contribution to both literary and social discussions.
