"The Goddess and the Shaman" delves into the transformative realms of magical and shamanic healing, shedding light on the age-old practices that resonate in today's world. Author J. A. Kent, PhD, combines her expertise as a psychotherapist and healer with insights garnered from interviews with contemporary shamanic practitioners, providing a comprehensive and enlightening examination of the interplay between spirituality and psychological recovery.
This groundbreaking work reveals how addressing ailments such as disease, pain, and mental illness often entails exploring their deeper, otherworldly origins. Key themes explore soul loss, fragmentation, and the impact of invasive spirits, emphasizing the integral role these concepts play in holistic healing. Through engaging narratives and thorough analysis, Kent illustrates how ritual practices and mystical experiences serve as powerful tools for fostering profound spiritual and psychological growth.
Drawing connections between shamanic traditions and Western mystery lore, the book depicts the Goddess as a symbol of the universe's numinous reality, while simultaneously presenting the Shaman as an archetypal figure capable of transcending the ordinary world. This dynamic relationship between the two figures underscores the necessity of accessing spiritual dimensions for comprehensive healing and self-discovery.
Rich in insights and practical guidance, "The Goddess and the Shaman" invites readers to embark on their own journeys of healing and self-exploration. By bridging ancient wisdom with modern psychological practices, this book offers a roadmap to understanding the mystical forces that can lead to renewal and transformation. Ideal for both seasoned practitioners and those new to these concepts, this transformative guide paves the way for a deeper connection to the spiritual realms and the potential for personal healing.
This groundbreaking work reveals how addressing ailments such as disease, pain, and mental illness often entails exploring their deeper, otherworldly origins. Key themes explore soul loss, fragmentation, and the impact of invasive spirits, emphasizing the integral role these concepts play in holistic healing. Through engaging narratives and thorough analysis, Kent illustrates how ritual practices and mystical experiences serve as powerful tools for fostering profound spiritual and psychological growth.
Drawing connections between shamanic traditions and Western mystery lore, the book depicts the Goddess as a symbol of the universe's numinous reality, while simultaneously presenting the Shaman as an archetypal figure capable of transcending the ordinary world. This dynamic relationship between the two figures underscores the necessity of accessing spiritual dimensions for comprehensive healing and self-discovery.
Rich in insights and practical guidance, "The Goddess and the Shaman" invites readers to embark on their own journeys of healing and self-exploration. By bridging ancient wisdom with modern psychological practices, this book offers a roadmap to understanding the mystical forces that can lead to renewal and transformation. Ideal for both seasoned practitioners and those new to these concepts, this transformative guide paves the way for a deeper connection to the spiritual realms and the potential for personal healing.
