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The Rose of Being by Gerry Anne Lenhart, Ph.D., blends Jung's four psychological functions (intuition, sensation, feeling, thinking) with luminous readings of Genesis, mandala symbolism, and cross-cultural myth. The Rose of Being offers a fresh, deeply human map of how consciousness forms-beginning in the womb archetype, moving through the split of ego and soul, and circling back toward wholeness in the Self. Along the way, Lenhart draws on Michael Fordham's developmental insights, the archetypes of the four archangels, Sumerian and Biblical narratives, and love-of-learning prose that invites both scholars and seekers to see their own story in the world's oldest stories. The result is part guidebook, part revelation: a gracefully argued model of individuation that readers can feel as well as understand-ideal for therapists, spiritual directors, book clubs, and anyone longing for a wiser inner compass. If you've ever suspected your life has mythic shape and meaning, this book shows you why-and how to live it.

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Dr. Gerry Anne Lenhart is a licensed Clinical Psychologist and Art Therapist serving children and adults throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. She obtained her Bachelor of Arts degree in English and Creative Writing at San Francisco State. She earned her Master's Degree in Counseling and Art Therapy at the College of Notre Dame. She earned her Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) from Pacifica Graduate Institute in Santa Barbara, California, where she developed her expertise in Jungian psychology. With decades dedicated to both the study and practice of classical and progressive mental health approaches, Dr. Lenhart has established herself as a thoughtful practitioner who seamlessly integrates psychological insight with creative expression. As an accomplished painter and award-winning artist, her work spans from traditional paintings to innovative 3D wall hangings and intricate collages. This artistic sensibility informs her therapeutic approach, allowing her to access dimensions of healing beyond conventional methods. A dedicated writer and poet throughout her life, Dr. Lenhart brings her multifaceted understanding of the human experience to her book, ""The Rose of Being."" This work represents the culmination of her passionate inquiry, profound contemplation, and compelling desire to illuminate a deeply complex subject through her unique perspective. Dr. Lenhart resides with her husband Dr. Lawrence Lenhart in Hillsborough, California.

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