The Spiritual Self: Reflections on Recovery and God

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Much is made of spirituality these days-in recovery and in the culture at large-but what, exactly, does spirituality mean? Is it something different to different people? How is it discovered, nurtured, expressed? And, perhaps most important, why does it matter? To the thicket of questions surrounding the subject, this book brings a clear vision and a thoughtful approach that will help us find our way to the very heart of spirituality. Writing simply and directly, Abraham Twerski shows how spirituality-independent of religion-is central to emotional and mental health, and is a key to being truly and profoundly human.

Founder and medical director of the Gateway Rehabilitation Center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Abraham J. Twerski is a rabbi, psychiatrist, chemical dependency counselor, and the author of many books, including Addictive Thinking: Understanding Self-Deception.

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A recovery classic.......2007-05-27

Abraham Twerski has been a giant in the field of recovery for decades. This book may be one of his best. What's not to like?

empowering, inspiring, comforting .......2007-04-10

After accidentally ordering "Addictive Thinking" I remembered that there is no such a thing as "accidentally; I finished the book in few hours and started reading it all over again and right away decided to order two more books by Twerski. Coming from academic philosophy, it was refreshing to find a positive and un-complicated yet so thought-provoking writing about an issue so deep. Empowered by Twerski's "Life is too Short," I found new courage in me, and decided to begin working on a non-academic, practical writing on the subject myself. Yes, his words are THAT powerful.
One restrain thought: as a practicing Jew, though I could understand the rationale not to touch G-d from a religious perspective in his other books, I was a bit disappointed not to find anything "Jewish" about the Spiritual Self and G-d.

Fantastic book on what spirituality REALLY means.......2003-07-13

Twerski has a very interesting background and training. He was a son of a rabbi, but went to medical school instead and now runs a substance abuse center. This makes him very qualified to talk on the subject of spirituality in recovery, which he does brilliantly in The Spiritual Self. A short book, I consider it a must read for anyone in a 12-step spiritual recovery program (as I am). We always wonder what people mean by saying 'I want to get more spiritual'. Well, the answer is explained eloquently and simply in Twerski's book.

Reading Toes: Your Feet as Reflections of Your Personality

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Thank you Imre Somogyi
Excellent Book
Reading Toes a guide for the whole family and psycologists.

Reading Toes: Your Feet as Reflections of Your Personality
Imre Somogyi
Manufacturer: Random House UK
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Release Date: 2004-12-03

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Imre Somogyi became interested in natural healing while working as a journalist and producer, studying homoeopathy, herbalism, and polarity massage among other therapies. He has developed a theory that toes are mirrors, and that the shape and position of your toes show who you are.

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Thank you Imre Somogyi.......2007-05-14

If you are interested in pathways to learning more about your own and others' inner climate and outward expressions of self, you will find the study of toe reading to be both fascinating and useful. I applaud Mr. Somogyi for his work which I consider to be very enlightening. I hope he will translate his subsequent books into English for our benefit!

Excellent Book.......2006-03-17

Very helpful and insightful in filling in some blanks that others leave out.

Reading Toes a guide for the whole family and psycologists........2000-12-16

It works! Imre Somogyi is right. You can analyse a character and behaviour when interpreting position and shapes of toes.The basic guide to reading toes in his book enables you to get insight in your own character and behaviour, but you can also get to know your partner, childern or colleques better. The book makes you understand that harmony can only be achieved when you accept that other people are different from yourself.Reading toes makes that very clear because it shows why this is the case. Reading Toes acknowleges what you might atready know, but it provides an extra clear mirror which can help solving conflicts and can make realtions better work. Possibilities and impossibilities will clearly pop-up when reading toes.

How Therapists Change: Personal and Professional Reflections

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How Therapists Change: Personal and Professional Reflections
Marvin R. Goldfried , David E. Orlinsky , and Michael Helge Ronnestad
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This book works!
Huge Help!

Reflection Therapy (Body Wisdom Books)
Sharon Giammatteo , and Thomas Giammatteo
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Release Date: 2002-11-11

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Reflection therapy is an easily learned meditative process, a straightforward relaxation technique, and a method for changing behavior. Based on the authors' studies in psychotherapy and body-mind healing, reflection therapy incorporates Tibetan Buddhist mantra visualization, chakra vitalization, homeopathy, and aromatherapy. This book presents a series of color images to be visualized and coordinated with a set of simple exercises.

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This book works!.......2005-12-08

These exercises work, but what you need to know is that sometimes they take time. If you have had a problem for a long time, you need to invest the 5 or 10 minutes you need each day for about 2 weeks. I don't know how they work, but who needs to argue with success!

Huge Help!.......2005-03-15

This book helped me to concentrate on my breathing, and to relax and take a deep breath... something that I had struggled to do for YEARS... and it was all within minutes! Thank you Sharon for this book!

Stepping Out of the Bubble: Reflections on the Pilgrimage of Counseling Therapy

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understanding myself
A practical resource for better living
Reviewed -by C.Gale Perkins-author
Gaining Courage to Live Outside of the Bubble
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Stepping Out of the Bubble: Reflections on the Pilgrimage of Counseling Therapy
James P. Krehbiel
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STEPPING OUT OF THE BUBBLE: REFLECTIONS ON THE PILGRIMAGE OF COUNSELING THERAPY is the story of courage and risk taken by those who seek to better their lives. Drawing on the wisdom of those who provided a foundation for counseling theory and and practice, Krehbiel shares his expertise and wealth of experience. By sharing personal experiences, you will find encouragement to move forward in the journey toward personal growth and development.

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understanding myself.......2007-05-01

After reading Stepping Out of the Bubble a year ago, I went back and read it again for a second time. I was able to pick up even more information this time around that helped me understand and overcome some of my own internal conflicts. This is a book you can read at any point in your life and always find information that pertains to that particular moment. Krehbiel has a way of explaining things that others may consider unexplainable. Whether you are a student, a teacher, or just a guy like me, this book can and will change your life.

A practical resource for better living.......2006-03-27

For me, "Stepping Out Of The Bubble" was reminiscent of the renowned books of author, M. Scott Peck, in the style of presenting profound insights into sensible, easy-to-understand language and clear ideas an average person can relate to. Practicing Licensed Professional Counselor and Nationally Certified Cognitive-Behavioral Therapist and author of "Stepping Out Of The Bubble", James Krehbiel proficiently shares a portion of his expertise, condensing great weight into accessible and workable solutions for a more fulfilling life's plan.

The "bubble" represents our security and comfort zone, but it is also the inner place where we store the pain of our past experiences and the unpleasant reality of that not being made conscious which keeps us bound in unhealthy and self-defeating patterns. Staying within this bubble limits our emotional responsiveness as we numb ourselves to the coexistence even as unresolved issues unconsciously filter forth. To step outside of the bubble is to courageously examine the contents in all honesty and to face life's reality outside of the bubble. Once outside the bubble, one can move forward to experience life in more emotional depth, fullness and passion. "Being a fully functioning individual is about being true to whom you are and letting things be the way they are," explains author, James Krehbiel.

With brilliant and compassionate understanding, Mr. Krehbiel briefly details methods used and pertinent case examples within his therapy practice. "Self-regulation is a goal of therapy. I educate people in the fact that all the answers are ultimately within." "Stepping Out Of The Bubble" strives to do the same, by giving information on how we become trapped in the bubble and how beneficial the making of conscious choices to leave, can be.

Some of the many topics included within this book are: being assertive, characteristics of an "authentic" person, the integration of each of our different personality parts, the difference between true guilt and false guilt, setting boundaries, addictions and addictions to "manic" relationships, awareness (staying in the moment or mindfulness), grounding, honoring one's inner voice, panic attacks, OCD and mood disorders. The section regarding kids and parenting was exceptional, in my opinion, and I found many points about discipline that made much sense. Also appreciated was the section relating to religion (dogma) versus faith (spiritual) as well as what needed to be said about pop culture.

I enjoyed reading "Stepping Out Of The Bubble" and would recommend it to anyone. It is enriching and inspirational.

Reviewed -by C.Gale Perkins-author.......2006-03-18

Stepping Out Of The Bubble by James P. Krehbiel, Is an outstanding book on Counseling Therapy. Krehbiel, is able to put life patterns and fears into perspective so that the lay person can fully understand the mystery that most think is behind counseling. His approach to show that so much of what we seek answers for is within ourselves and with the right counsellor we can become free and step out of the Bubble or Bubbles that a lot of us are in.

This book should be a gift to every teen and their parents, no home should be without it.

Gaining Courage to Live Outside of the Bubble.......2006-02-25

James P. Krehbiel's Stepping Out of the Bubble was a fascinating read. I found myself underlining various passages. His explanation of how we get stuck in the bubble (comfort zone), and how we find our way out is powerful. It provided me with hope as I move through my own personal journey. I found myself experiencing an emotional reaction to many of the case examples and concepts he explored. He definitely hit some "hot buttons" in my life. But Mr. Krehbiel also provided specific guidelines and tools for stepping out of the bubble. At one point he says, "Courage can be defined by those who live outside the bubble as opposed to those who live in it. I like to compare stepping out of the bubble to wading into the water."

His chapter which includes ideas on multidimensional thinking is appropriate in today's political climate. He indicates that true dialogue takes into consideration the appreciation for differences in opinions. He makes some profound statements about pop culture's affect on the lives of today's children. He also gives parents tools and resources for assisting their children in bettering their behavior. The book ends with a resounding "yes" to life with a hopeful, powerful way of perceiving and reframing life's problems. This was an excellent book!

My Review of a Great Book.......2006-02-23

"Stepping Out of the Bubble : Reflections On the Pilgrimage of Counseling Therapy by James P. Krehbiel is an amazing and outstanding book that provides help and direction to the many people that are suffering from problems described in this book.

I was amazed at how many of the problems and challenges, that the author writes about, are problems and challenges I have seen many people suffer with.

The counseling theory and practice information in this book provides a direction for people that have a problem and are willing to go to counseling and risk moving forward in their journey toward finding personal growth and development, and eventually stepping out of the bubble.

Many people have problems and challenges that they never seek help for and they and their loved ones continue to suffer. This book goes a long way in bringing the thought of counseling to people and helping people to better understand the counseling process.

To author James P. Krehbiel thank you for writing your great book. I am convinced your book will help many people and because of your book many more people will step out of the bubble. I recommend this book very highly and also feel it would be a great college text.

Social Support: A Reflection of Humanity (Death, Value and Meaning)

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Social Support: A Reflection of Humanity (Death, Value and Meaning)

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None of us could survive in the workplace, community, or even in our homes, if we allowed everyone to see how truly vulnerable we are. Yet, social support is a necessity if we are to achieve whatever it is we set out to achieve in this life. "No human being is an island unto himself." Social Support: A Reflection of Humanity is a "how to" book. In this work, the authors examine the nature of social support, how it can be offered, and how social support differs from other forms of therapy.

Primarily practical, this work is founded on important theoretical considerations. Each author offers a well-balanced overview of the significant theories and skills, written from the vantage point of their vast expertise. Chapters authored by John Morgan on the nature of human support and Rose Marie Jaco who helps to distinguish the difference between support and counseling lay down the book?s groundwork. Contributing chapters by Carolyn Jaffe and Carol Ehrlich indicate the best way to support dying persons; Darcy Nichols focuses on helping the bereaved in general, while Mindy Gough discusses the particular needs of bereaved children; Robert Stevenson suggests methods in which bereaved young persons can be helped within the school and how other young persons can act as peer support; Tom Golden offers practical information on the difference between working with the masculine and feminine in us all; Marie Antoinette Parisio notes the needs of children and adults with mental limitations; Antoon Leenaars, David Lester, and Susanne Wenckstern provide practical information about suicide prevention and the support of friends and family in suicide postvention; Elizabeth Slump reminds us about the necessity of working at the political or structural level in suicide prevention; and Mary Vachon emphasizes how important it is to support the supporter.

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Great Art Therapy Primer.......2007-01-11

This book is written as a conversation and full of real life examples of what art therapy is, what it can do for an individual and how art IS therapy. This book is good reading, not just for those in the field or contemplating the field of art therapy, but is also a wonderful read for ANY artist. It affirms the connection of Art and Soul. This is an easy and enjoyable read. And it's a book that can be read over and over again.

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