Toward a Psychology of Awakening
Buddhism, Psychotherapy, and the Path of Personal and Spiritual Transformation
$61.28
- Paperback
352 pages
- Release Date
3 May 2002
Summary
A guide to understanding the relationship between Western psychology and the contemplative spirituality of the East—and how one’s spiritual journey can be enriched by both.
How can we connect the spiritual realizations of Buddhism with the psychological insights of the West? In Toward a Psychology of Awakening, John Welwood addresses this question with comprehensiveness and depth, building on his innovative psychospiritual approach to health, healing, and spirituality. He cov…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781570628238 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1570628238 |
| Author: | John Welwood |
| Publisher: | Shambhala Publications Inc |
| Imprint: | Shambhala Publications Inc |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 352 |
| Release Date: | 3 May 2002 |
| Weight: | 533g |
| Dimensions: | 229mm x 155mm x 23mm |
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Critics Review
“A very important book. It represents a perceptive, scholarly and at the same time highly practical attempt to see not only how Western psychology and Buddhism relate to each other but also how they complement each other. I cannot commend this book too highly.” —The Middle Way
“Brilliant and thought provoking. This ambitious work succeeds so well because it sheds light on the interplay between meditation, inner work, and conscious relationship as a spiritual practice.” —Spirituality & Health
“Marvelously fluent, personable, and eminently compassionate.” —NAPRA Review
“Rich, potentially transforming insights abound here. Psychotherapists and spiritual seekers alike will be enriched by this book.” —Publishers Weekly
About The Author
John Welwood
As a psychotherapist, teacher, and author, John Welwood has been a pioneer in integrating psychological and spiritual work. Welwood has published six books, including the best-selling Journey of the Heart, as well as Challenge of the Heart, and Love and Awakening. He is an associate editor of the Journal for Transpersonal Psychology. He leads workshops and trainings in psychospiritual work and conscious relationship throughout the world.
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