Exploring the struggle between dreams and reality, this book offers a deep reflection on the discouraging thoughts that can lead to giving up. Through a blend of storytelling and artistic insight, it presents three arguments associated with despair and pairs them with mental health and spiritual practices designed to reignite passion for life. Scott Erickson invites readers to embrace a transformative journey toward self-acceptance and renewed hope.
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Scott Erickson is a painter, speaker, and priest who weaves together autobiography, mythology, and aesthetics. His art and performances delve into our deepest experiences, aiming to transform profound pain into something restorative. He strives to create thoughtful, engaging, and visually compelling presentations designed to captivate even those with shorter attention spans. Erickson champions the power of art to transmute existential crises and professional burnout through storytelling, live painting, and video curation.





- 2025
- 2022
Do you sometimes wonder what happened to the life you dreamed you'd have? Say Yes by storyteller and artist Scott Erickson is a profound, unique meditation on the three arguments of The Voice of Giving Up and the three mental health and spiritual practices that can help you fall in love with your life again.
- 2021
Me in the Universe and the Universe in Me
- 32 pages
- 2 hours of reading
A young child embarks on a captivating adventure exploring Earth's diverse ecosystems and extending into the cosmos, inspired by philosopher Alan Watts' teachings. This journey, crafted by Scott Erickson and illustrated by Elena Kochetova, conveys the profound message of interconnectedness within the universe. As the child experiences the wonders of nature and the stars, they come to a powerful realization about their place in the cosmos, fostering a sense of awe and unity with all existence.
- 2021
Together in the Spring
- 30 pages
- 2 hours of reading
Celebrating the arrival of spring, this beautifully illustrated picture book captures the joy and renewal of nature as life awakens after winter. With themes of gratitude, love, and happiness, it creates a heartwarming atmosphere perfect for sharing with young readers. The enchanting illustrations complement the story, making it an ideal choice for cherished moments between adults and children.
- 2020
Honest Advent
- 224 pages
- 8 hours of reading
From celebrated artist-storyteller Scott Erickson: 25 days of heart-stirring images and thought-provoking meditations to rekindle the wonder of God-with-Us in this Advent season. Honest Advent illuminates the astonishing truth that the God who showed up in the hardest parts of our humanity is still doing so today.