In ancient times many teachings were written in the style called Sutra. The idea behind Sutra is if there is something you can say in six words – say it in five. The sixth word has to be found. They believed this was the only way in which you could understand life. In Souls Undressing I set out to find the ‘sixth word’ as both a therapist and as an individual. As I embark on this journey I will relive and revive some of the pivotal moments from my therapy cases through the lens of literature and my own life experience. Along the way I found unlearning becoming more important than learning. Undressing. Loosening the hold on old patterns, unbuttoning and perhaps even throwing them away. When souls meet other souls without their usual costumes. In these stories you may easily find yourself facing your own feelings, dilemmas and life situations. You may even come to meet yourself. And me. For writing about unbuttoning our souls, the therapist cannot remain dressed either.
In a work that spans nearly two centuries, anthropologist Alan Kilpatrick explores the occult world of the Western Cherokee, expounding on previously collected documents and translating some forty new shamanistic texts that have never been disclosed to outside audiences. For over a hundred and fifty years, the Cherokee Indians have been recording their medico-magical traditions in the native script of the Sequoyah syllabary. These texts, known as idi:gawe':sdi, deal with such esoteric matters as divining the future, protecting oneself from enemies, destroying the power of witches, and purifying one's soul from all forms of supernatural harm. As one of the few scholars able to translate the discourse, Kilpatrick underlines the critical role of transformational language in the ritual performance. His book challenges conventional wisdom about Native American folk medicine, witchcraft, and sorcery by introducing a new body of shamanistic thought and by placing this thought in the context of growing anthropological literature on indigenous folk beliefs.
Happy marriages don't just happen. Despite the abundance of magazines and self-help books available, people continue to struggle with marriage Naked and Unashamed describes the diligent, necessary work to maintain marriage, as well holistic character-that the nakedness asked of each individual extends from how we communicate, to how we grow spiritually, to how we manage our finances, and to how we make love. Every marriage is a snapshot of and testimony to God's covenant relationship with His Church. Without mincing words, Dr. Jerry, Claudia, and Jeremy offer real help through practical and spiritual advice on these topics and more. Undressing for Intimacy Unpacking Communication Exploring Expectations Undressing for Sex Naked and Unashamed challenges couples to embrace a holistic, lifelong undressing for marriage. Throughout, the book presents a picture of marriage in which relational and spiritual intimacy may be found in every aspect of the relationship. The book should enrich both marriages and the Christian life of the individuals within marriage. “I have performed scores of weddings over the years, and my wife and I have done the premarital counseling. I wish this insightful book had been available for us.” —LYLE W. DORSETT, PhD, Billy Graham Professor of Evangelism, Beeson Divinity School “Naked and Unashamed is a must-read for any couple seeking to do Christian marriage in a way that is glorifying to God. Part master class, part playbook, this frank and easy-to-understand guide is packed with critical insights and practical wisdom that can be applied immediately. This book leaves its readers equipped to engage in their marriage relationship in a truly transformational way. I cannot recommend it highly enough.” —MICHELLE MOUJAES, Founder and Executive Director, Faithtree Resources “This is the premarital resource I have been waiting for! Incredibly rich with wisdom and insight, Naked and Unashamed is for every couple who are more interested in staying married than they are in getting married. I highly recommend this book for anyone seeking a deeper, fuller, richer, understanding of biblical marriage.” —JIMMY DODD, Founder and President of PastorServe, author of Survive or Thrive: Six Relationships Every Pastor Needs
Tears Of The Soul is a selection of over 200 poems that I wrote over a period of many many years. They are an echo of my countless moods, a myriad of my emotions and a reflection of my tears.The poems question the meaning of love , loss and life itself. Sadness is my inspiration. Happiness is a moment. Love is a dream.
Interesting, entertaining reading about Brian's life experiences in dating, flying and politics! DATING - raunchy personal experiences with the things every single lady needs to know about dating . AVIATION; as a private pilot Brian has had many flying experiences which many a commercial pilot has not had the opportunity to realise! SOUTH AFRICAN POLITICS The way Brian sees the downfall of the Republic by reverse apartheid government and corruption. WHIST the book is slightly egotistical it is an interesting, well worth read by a humble and now retired and happy pensioner.
The destiny of this time targeted Mr Williams Barnett. The name of the dark jungle came to the ear of the ancient village of Mr William Barnett. He was a loving man who was in loved and circulated, so he was very enthusiastic about going to that area. He did not know him will meat his dreams beautiful girl in that area. He did not know he would marry that girl who named Malma and they will get a boy named Andy. He did not know that Andy would not a normal person. William did not know he would lose his love in a terrible accident. He never knew what a fate for this journey for him.......
Finally! At long last. My book is in your hands. I may never dawn the literary halls of the English department at Princeton or Yale. But hear my prophetic word. I gave you love like Browning, made your skin crawl like Poe. I crossed genres where no poet is supposed to go. All the while staying true to my motto given me by my uncle, plain talk is easily understood. So without eloquent speech, how will my book become required reading on college campuses? Gotta love the psychology department. So dive in and discover the transformation, the rebirth, the plight, the saga, the journey of The Scattered Collection. PS. If you become a fan, you can contact me at [email protected]
This meaningful rare collection of over 400 illuminating insights is a breath of fresh air for all seekers of the inner self. A beautiful fusion of mainstream spirituality, esoteric oneness and non-duality, NAKED BEING provides a powerful foundation for positive and lasting life changes. The author gently guides the reader into the experience of present moment awareness (the Now), and perhaps more importantly shows how to go beyond it. The powerful effects from implementing this insightful teaching are profoundly beneficial to our lives, health and relationships, for by reading and contemplating NAKED BEING we can recognize what it really means to come home. If you're looking for the purpose of being and the way to the heart of your true nature then you will find this book of limitless benefit.
James Montgomery's new translation of Don Quixote is the fourth already in the twenty-first century, and it stands with the best of them. It pays particular attention to what may be the hardest aspect of Cervantes's novel to render into English: the humorous passages, particularly those that feature a comic and original use of language. Cervantes would be proud. --Howard Mancing, Professor of Spanish, Purdue University and Vice President, Cervantes Society of America
