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Eastern Spirituality and Western Psychology offers a practical path to harmony between spirituality and Western psychology, between heart and mind. This book: * challenges basic assumptions of Western psychology * demystifies Vedic psychology * presents how Eastern spirituality can enhance Western psychology It guides readers by clarifying the relationship between spirituality and psychological growth, and demonstrates that psychotherapy and spirituality are complementary aspects of human development, with both essential for optimum mental, existential, and spiritual growth. It is up to everyone to take responsibility for making the changes that enable us to contribute to the well-being of the whole. In this insightful book, the authors reflect on this revolution and consider how it is likely to evolve in the future. It paves the way for those interested in the transpersonal, whether psychologists, psychotherapists, Orientalists, or spiritual practitioners. As the book says, We are all starved of one and the same thing, 'love,' where all differences dissolve. The message of hope given is Vasudhaiva kutumbakam ( The world is one family ) and if, at last, you are able to see through the falsity of multiplicity, Oneness will then be revealed to you.

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A thrilling exploration into the differences in spiritual understanding between East and West. -Tiger Dragon Storm

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Meera Sharma ============ Meera Sharma is a transpersonal psychotherapist, supervisor, and trainer, and has worked at a number of academic institutions and agencies. Her Trinity Model builds a bridge between Eastern and Western psychological approaches. Meera is the founder of the Centre for Spiritual and Transpersonal Studies (CSTS), London, England, which offers a variety of courses and workshops. Joseph F. Ryan ============== Dr. Joseph Ryan graduated with Highest Honours in History and Political Science from Carleton University, Ottawa, Canada. He also has a PhD in History from the University of Hull, England; and an MSc in Psychology and an MA in Creative Writing from Kingston University, London. Early in his career, Joseph practised for many years as a Registered Nurse, served with the Royal Army Medical Corps (Reserve) as a medic, and was later employed at the Ministry of Defence. Dr. Ryan is now a transpersonal counsellor and clinical supervisor, working mainly in the field of addiction and, in particular, with those affected by the addictions of their loved ones. Joseph worked at the Priory Hospital, Roehampton, on the Addiction Treatment Programme (ATP) for many years, as well as at the Addiction Support and Care Agency (ASCA), Kingston and Richmond. Joseph is the author or editor of many books and articles. He practises Zen meditation with the Jogye Order of Korean Buddhism and lives peacefully next to the River Thames, close to Hampton Court Palace, Surrey.

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