books about: archetypes

books about: archetypes

books:

Archetypes

Awakening the Heroes Within: Twelve Archetypes to Help Us Find Ourselves and Transform Our World

Carol S. Pearson

HarperOne, 1991

An easy-to-read yet rigorous entry point into self analysis
As a software developer and mathematician presently in my early 60's, ever since I can remember I have always been long on technology and short on "people" knowledge Yet from my early adolescence I remember my dad telling me how important it is to know oneself. While ...

King, Warrior, Magician, Lover: Rediscovering the Archetypes of the Mature Masculine

Robert Moore, Douglas Gillette

HarperOne, 1991

Masculine Maturity
An excellent explanation of immaturity and maturity in the souls of men expressed through ancient, primordial icons and modern (1990) psychology without it being chic.

The Four-Fold Way: Walking the Paths of the Warrior, Teacher, Healer, and Visionary

Angeles Arrien

HarperOne, 1993

Take time with this book. This aint no all-nighter.
The exploration of archetypes and symbols within one's life is a powerful tool for self understanding, healing and growth. And so, this is a significant book in my life at least. This book took a while to be effective in my case. It has become well-worn from being ...

A Beginner's Guide to Constructing the Universe: Mathematical Archetypes of Nature, Art, and Science

Michael S. Schneider

HarperPerennial, 1995

A Beginner's Guide to Constructing the Universe (1995)
I am very much in agreement with all the positive reviews of this text. I love the concrete and abstract illustrations for each of the numbers 1 through 10, and the quotations from famous writers and researchers can't be beat. There are many, many in-depth insights ...

The Archetypes and The Collective Unconscious (Collected Works of C.G. Jung Vol.9 Part 1)

C. G. Jung

Princeton University Press, 1981

An Essential Work by Jung.
This work, along with _Modern Man in Search of a Soul_, is one of the best places to start if you are new to reading Jung. It is also the companion piece and predecessor to _Aion_, which is another spectacular and groundbreaking work. If you want to read _Aion_, it ...

Sacred Contracts: Awakening Your Divine Potential

Caroline Myss

Three Rivers Press, 2003

Amazing material
This is the first audio I've heard from Caroline Myss. Her style is direct and no-nonsense and the content is enlightening. If you are looking for another tool through which to learn more about yourself, this cd set is a perfect introduction to contracts and ...

Goddesses in Older Women: Archetypes in Women Over Fifty

Jean Shinoda Bolen

Harper Paperbacks, 2002

Calling all women!
In a culture that worships youthful beauty, this book reminds us all that our esoteric standards are stifled, immature and limited. The wonderful Bolen leads women (and real men) on a revealing and empowering exploration of the many rich, strong, wise, diverse and ...

Archetype Cards

Caroline Myss

Hay House, 2003

GREAT FOR DIVIANTION-GOES WELL WITH HER SACRED CONTRACTS BOOK
I bought these cards here on Amazon along with the Sacred Contracts CD and the book Sacred Contracts. All are very helpful in my overall growth in BODY-MIND-SPIRIT-SOUL. The Archetype cards by Dr. Myss and these are very helpful and a great tool for divination and soul ...

Way of the Horse: Equine Archetypes for Self-Discovery - A Book of Exploration and 40 Cards

Linda Kohanov

New World Library, 2007

Way of the Horse:Equine Archetypes for Self-Discovery
This is an excellent tool that I use in Psychotherapy. You do not have to enjoy horses to use the 40 beautifully illistrated cards and explore the short chapter associated with the card. I have used it in career counseling as well as groups for people with conflictual ...

Goddesses in Everywoman: Powerful Archetypes in Women's Lives

Jean Shinoda Bolen

Harper Paperbacks, 2004

Powerful
Excellent for anyone interested in the goddesses, archetypes or Jungian psychology. A lot of valuabel information in an easy read. I have read it through and I am now rereading specific parts as I encounter the issues relevant to my life.

Ego and Archetype

Edward Edinger

Shambhala, 1992

A fascinating insight into the Bible's message
This is the best interpretation of the Scriptures according to Jungian psychoanalysis. It is recommended to everybody who has doubts in the dogmaic Chrisitan way to read the Bible and it is a source for individual wholeness for those who try to find it in the ...

Chakras and Their Archetypes: Uniting Energy Awareness and Spiritual Growth

Ambika Wauters

Crossing Press, 1997

healers mental handbook
This book has become a handbook in my practice of Life Coaching using the modality of Rapid Eye Technology. It is amazing how the author clearly explains the mind states of each archetype and how to get into balance. Connecting these archetypes to a chakra is genius. ...

The Hero and the Outlaw: Building Extraordinary Brands Through the Power of Archetypes

Margaret Mark, Carol S. Pearson

McGraw-Hill, 2001

Dry but valuable
Alright, I'll be the first to admit it; this book is not an easy read. In fact, I'd call it a slog (and I'm a readaholic who can't put down the back of a cereal box!). But, the concepts presented are worth the work. The authors explain what's so darn compelling about ...

A Blue Fire

James Hillman

HarperPerennial, 1991

Thoughtful and engaging. It gives pause for reflection.
"Blue Fire" is an anthology of selections from James A. Hillman's major works, including "Insearch: Psychology and Religion," "Suicide and the Soul," "Healing Fiction," and others, including journal and magazine articles in such diverse publications as "Spring," ...

The Four Powers of Leadership: Presence, Intention, Wisdom, Compassion

David T. Kyle

Health Communications, 1998

very profound and wise book!
David Kyle's book is very deep and provides a path to personal wisdom. I am drawn to it and wish that I had the courage to learn and practice all that he has written. I find that it is not a quick read but like a fine wine, should be savored slowly and enjoyed. ...