A Gentle Guide to Healing, Presence, and Self-Love Through Poetry and Prose

About the Book

Beauty in the Stillness is a soul-stirring debut poetry and prose collection that speaks directly to anyone who has ever felt lost, disconnected, or weighed down by the past or the future. Written with warmth and honesty, this book is an open invitation to slow down, breathe, and rediscover the quiet beauty that already exists in your everyday life.

From the Back Cover

For those who yearn to live in the present moment, who seek reflection through heartbreak, comfort during times of loneliness, or guidance while healing, this book provides the words you need to read right now.  Each page feels less like reading and more like finally being understood.

About the Author

Karin Hadadan is a writer, mindfulness advocate, and founder of ICI ET NU, a lifestyle brand and body of work rooted in presence, self-realization, and living in the here and now. Having navigated chronic illness since the age of 14, her personal journey toward self-healing became the heart and inspiration behind this book.  Her voice is shaped by resilience, heritage, and a deep reverence for the beauty found in ordinary moments.

Who Is This Book For?

This book is for anyone who feels anxious, overwhelmed, or emotionally stuck and is ready to find their way back to themselves. It is especially perfect for readers healing from heartbreak, grief, or a major life change, or those who struggle with loneliness and sitting with themselves in solitude. If you love the work of Yung Pueblo, Rupi Kaur, or Alexandra Elle, this book belongs on your shelf.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: What is Beauty in the Stillness by Karin Hadadan about? Beauty in the Stillness is a self-help poetry and prose book focused on mindfulness, healing, self-love, and living in the present moment. It covers themes like heartbreak as a path to growth, solitude without guilt, self-discovery, and the power of controlling your thoughts to change your life.  It is a short, easy-to-read collection that you can revisit again and again at different stages of your life.

Q2: Is this book good for someone going through heartbreak or emotional healing? Yes, absolutely. This book was written from real lived experience and speaks directly to people in the middle of healing. It bridges the emotional resonance of modern poetry with the grounded, practical wisdom of self-help, making it one of the most comforting reads for anyone going through a difficult emotional season. Many readers report finishing it in one sitting and returning to it regularly.

Q3: How is this book similar to Yung Pueblo or Rupi Kaur? Like Yung Pueblo and Rupi Kaur, Karin Hadadan writes in a short, accessible style that blends poetry with personal reflection. Her writing is inspired by the mindfulness philosophy of Eckhart Tolle and explores presence, heartbreak, self-love, loneliness, and purpose in a way that feels both relatable and beautifully crafted. If you enjoy those authors, you will feel right at home with this book.

Q4: Is Beauty in the Stillness suitable as a gift? It is one of the most thoughtful gifts you can give someone going through a hard time or a major life change. The book is a highly aesthetic physical book with a beautiful design that makes it feel like a special, cherished object. Whether for a friend navigating heartbreak, a loved one seeking peace, or simply someone who deserves a reminder to slow down, this paperback makes a meaningful and lasting gift.