Ecstasy: Understanding the Psychology of Joy - Softcover

Johnson, Robert A.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0062504320 ISBN 13: 9780062504326

Publisher: Bravo Ltd, 1991

Synopsis

The bestselling author of "He" and" She" reveals how understanding the classic Dionysian myth can restore balance, peace, harmony, and joy--an exultation of the spirit--to our world.

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From the Back Cover:

THE RENOWNED JUNGIAN PSYCHOLOGIST AND AUTHOR OF 'TRANSFORMATION' AND 'OWNING YOUR OWN SHADOW' BRINGS THE HIDDEN GIFT OF ECSTASY BACK INTO OUR LIVES.

Robert A. Johnson has taken tens of thousands of readers on spiritual and psychological journeys towards inner transformation. In 'Ecstasy', he reconnects with the powerful and life-changing ecstatic element that lies dormant – but long-repressed – within us.

Ecstasy was once considered a divine gift, Johnson tells us, one that could lift mortals out of ordinary reality and into higher world. But because Western culture has systematically repressed this ecstatic human impulse, we are unable to truly experience its transformative power.

Johnson penetrates the surface of modern life to reveal the ancient dynamics of our humanity, pointing out practical means for achieving a healthy expression of our true inner selves. Through dreams, rituals, and celebrations, he shows us how to return to these original life-giving principles and restore inner harmony.

Robert A. Johnson is the best-selling author of 'He, She, We, Inner Work, ' and 'Femininity Lost and Regained. '

Synopsis:

Recounts the myth of Dionysus, argues that society has repressed the positive aspects of ecstasy, and discusses intoxication, addiction, dreams, ritual, and ceremony.

About this edition

• Publisher: Bravo Ltd
• Publication date: 1991
• ISBN 10: 0062504320
• ISBN 13: 9780062504326
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 112