Being human is a lifelong journey of becoming. This journey defines our humanity, for it is a journey toward our source and our fulfillment, described in Christian theology as union with God. If we remain open to God as our sense of self awakens, we experience a deeper consciousness of being in him. The self that emerges during this process is larger, more enlightened, and whole. David Benner, who has spent thirty-five years integrating psychology and spirituality, presents psychological insights in a readable fashion to offer readers a deeper understanding of the self and its spiritual development. Drawing on a broad range of Christian traditions, Benner shows that the transformation of self is foundational to Christian spirituality. This book will appeal to readers interested in a psychologically grounded, fresh exploration of Christian spirituality; professionals engaged in pastoral care, counseling, and spiritual direction; and students in ministry development and spiritual formation courses. Questions and answers for individual or group use are included at the end of each chapter.
Use this spiritual guide to equip yourself with the tools needed to tear down anxiety and build inner peace. Spiritual people often find that their own expectations of living a life dedicated to a higher power makes them more susceptible to high-functioning anxiety. Sometimes, traditional relaxation techniques either do not work, don’t last, or, in some cases, actually increase their anxiety. Psychotherapist, yoga teacher, and interfaith minister Rev. Connie L. Habash has helped hundreds of spiritual people overcome fear and anxiety, regain happiness, and feel calmer. In over twenty-five years as a counselor helping spiritual people overcome anxiety, Rev. Connie has taught that it takes more than chanting mantras, stretching, or relaxation techniques to calm anxiety. It requires a transformation in perception, moment-to-moment body awareness, and a conscious response to thoughts and emotions. Awakening from Anxiety provides valuable psycho-spiritual tools to deepen spiritual awakening and calm fears:Learn what anxiety is and when it becomes a problemUnderstand the six mistakes spiritual people make that increase anxietyDiscover the seven keys to a more calm, confident, courageous lifeKnow how to break through the old patterns of stress, worry, and fear into a new perception of your true selfExplore spiritual principles and yoga philosophy to cultivate inner peace If you enjoyed Stop Anxiety from Stopping You and First, We Make the Beast Beautiful, Awakening from Anxiety will take your healing and renewal from anxiety to the next level. “A book I will recommend to many for both practical advice and spiritual insights for handling stress, worry, and anxiety.”?Becca Anderson, author of Prayers for Calm
Readers learn to overcome poor self-esteem with a combination of proven-effective psychological strategies and spiritual techniques from both Western and Eastern philosophies. Organized around the major themes of many religious philosophies, sections include spiritual awareness, life purpose, joy in relationships, acceptance, mindfulness, forgiveness, and personal peace.
What does it mean to be enlightened or spiritually awakened? In The Leap, Steve Taylor shows that this state is much more common than is generally believed. He shows that ordinary people — from all walks of life — can and do regularly “wake up” to a more intense reality, even if they know nothing about spiritual practices and paths. Wakefulness is a more expansive and harmonious state of being that can be cultivated or that can arise accidentally. It may also be a process we are undergoing collectively. Drawing on his years of research as a psychologist and on his own experiences, Taylor provides what is perhaps the clearest psychological study of the state of wakefulness ever published. Above all, he reminds us that it is our most natural state — accessible to us all, anytime, anyplace.
The Awakening Artist: Madness and Spiritual Awakening in Art is an art theory book that explores the collision of human madness and spiritual awakening in art. It examines a condition of insanity that can be seen in most art movements throughout art history and contrasts that insanity with revelations of beauty, wonder and truth that can also be found in many works of art. The Awakening Artist references concepts of creativity put forward by Joseph Campbell, Carl Sagan, Albert Einstein, Carl Jung and others. Furthermore, The Awakening Artist discusses many of the world s most important artists who explored the theme of awakening in art including Michaelangelo, Paul Cezanne, Claude Monet, Marcel Duchamp, Morris Graves and many others. Additionally, using concepts of Eastern philosophy, the book presents the case that human creativity originates from the same creative source that animates all of life, and that the artist naturally aligns with that creative source when he or she is in the act of creating. ,
A mindfulness expert whose work has been hailed by Eckhart Tolle as “an important contribution to the shift in consciousness” offers a new vision of reality—one that is compatible with modern science and ancient spirituality. “With elegance and lucidity, Steve Taylor explains why spiritual science is the only hope for humanity.” —Deepak Chopra It is often assumed that there are two ways of interpreting the world: a rational scientific way, or an irrational religious way. Mindfulness expert, Steve Taylor, shows that there is a third possibility—a spiritual, or “panspiritist”, view of reality that transcends both conventional science and religion, recognizes spirit or consciousness as fundamental, and answers many of the riddles that neither can explain. Here, Taylor puts forward the evidence for a spiritual view of reality and examines the development and consequences of the materialist model. Drawing on the insights of philosophers, physicists, mystics, as well as spiritual traditions and indigenous cultures, he also systematically shows how a ‘panspiritist’ view can explain many puzzling aspects of science and the world such as: • human consciousness • altruism • near-death experiences • telepathy and pre-cognition • quantum physics • the placebo effect • neuroplasticity A compelling argument for a new vision of reality, Spiritual Science offers a bright vision of the world as sacred and interconnected, and of human life as meaningful and purposeful.
Magical, paradigm-shifting, terrifying, and awe-inspiring, the spiritual awakening process is at the core of every human’s quest for freedom, love, and happiness. In this groundbreaking book, spiritual counselors Luna and Sol detail the many stages, paths, and pitfalls connected with this sacred evolutionary process. By reconnecting with your Soul, you will discover how to experience the joy, liberation, and peace that you have been searching for all along. In these pages, you will discover: 1. What is happening to you 2. Why you’re experiencing a spiritual awakening 3. The many spiritual awakening symptoms and stages 4. The three inner worlds of the spiritual journey 5. What to do when your awakening becomes a spiritual emergency 6. Signs you’re experiencing Soul loss 7. How to retrieve and integrate any fragmented pieces of your psyche through self-love, inner child work, and shadow work 8. What spiritual “traps” you need to be mindful of 9. How to communicate with your Soul Through the inner work practices of Inner Child Work, Self-Love, and Shadow Work, this book gives you the tools to initiate your own deep psychological healing. By removing the blocks and walls that surround your Soul, you will be able to access deep levels of joy, creativity, energy, courage, peace, fulfillment, freedom, and love. The Spiritual Awakening Process is a psychospiritual manual that is composed of various articles that we have published on lonerwolf.com in the past. We have also added extra content to help illuminate your path and guide you through this sacred time of life.
In this book Riana reveals how she barely survived years of immense abuse and trauma—and was left powerless, suffering, and with no way to cope. Gradually, and incredibly, Riana awakened to the truth of who she was and the truth of who we all are and un-became everything that she thought she was and had to be, to truly step into her purpose, power, and essence . . . and eventually mastered the art of healing. Here, she shows those that are ready to awaken and those already awakened how you, too, can achieve the feelings of worthiness that may be long missing from your life and truly step into your own light. Where suffering will cease, and a movement will be catalyzed. Now a recognized spiritual teacher, Riana documents how she healed, un-became and mastered the art of sustaining the embodiment with her higher self and the divine and details the remarkable trail for others to get to the same place. You are the Creator, encompasses both Riana's compelling story, told with raw intensity, and her resolute, no-nonsense how-to guide to un-becoming, healing and self-mastery from even the deepest levels of suffering. As it is one’s suffering and one's darkest moments according to Riana that becomes the greatest catalyst for enlightenment and healing. Offering a comprehensive course and practice toward Healing and Enlightenment, this book includes powerful exercises, insights, and perspective from a captivating new teacher in spirituality. You are the Creator takes readers on her journey of healing and liberation and mastering the art of awareness, integration, and embodiment. Much more than simple principles and platitudes, the book takes readers on an inspiring spiritual journey to find their true and deepest self and reach the ultimate in personal growth and spirituality: the discovery of truth and light. She awakens readers to their role as a creator and shows them how to identify this through awareness, processes, and practices. Whether this is your first exploration of inner space and spiritual awakening, or you’ve devoted your life to the inward journey, this book will transform your relationship with yourself and the world around you. You’ll discover what you can do to put an end to the habitual thoughts, beliefs and emotions that limit your consciousness. Riana says, "this book is not for those who are not ready to un-become, because this path is a path of destruction and rebirth.” It is for those who are ready to commit and those that are called to truly step into their light, their power and liberation." Riana’s resonating words will sit with your soul long after you put this book down and will serve as guideposts on the way to complete liberation and enlightenment, no matter who you are or where you are in life. ALL-INCLUSIVE – this book includes all the tips necessary to bring your spirit to life and achieve feelings of worthiness. It is a practice for healing and inspiration. PRACTICAL – having a copy of ‘You are the Creator’ means having a guide that is straightforward and hands-on. The book relates to everyone with a spiritual awakening. FASCINATING – the storyline has a captivating flow and fantastic plot. Our book is well-organized with an appropriate and relatable theme. MOTIVATIONAL – we use a plot that touches the heart of every reader. The book motivates and helps you discover the truth and light in everyday practices. AWESOME PLOT – the moment you start reading this book, you flip every page with anticipation. The plot is a twist and blend of principles in the journey of life. This incredible page-turner makes you ready to awaken feelings of happiness and satisfaction that may have disappeared in your life. According to Riana, the author, your deepest and darkest hours are what prepare you for self-mastery and awakening.
