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Using the metaphor of the heroic journey, the author shows readers the way to psychological and spiritual health.

Discover how to embrace the dark side of your personality, the unconscious and repressed aspects—or the shadow self, as introduced by Carl Jung—to live a fuller, more authentic life. 25th Anniversary Edition Our “shadow” is the collection of negative or undesirable traits we keep hidden—the things we don’t like about ourselves or are ashamed of, but it also includes our positive, untapped potential. The shadow is often a source of creative inspiration and greater self-acceptance. Befriending the shadow makes fear an ally and enables us to live more authentically. It also automatically improves our interpersonal relationships, because we are freed from the need to project our own negativity onto others, and we become more acutely aware when theirs is projected onto us. David Richo looks for where the shadow manifests in our personal life, family interactions, religion, relationships, and the world around us. He shows how to use the gentle practice of mindfulness to work with our shadow side, and he provides numerous exercises for going deeper. He is remarkably skillful at making the shadow concept not only easy to understand but supremely practical for enhancing the quality of our lives.

When Maud's pet rat, Quentin, escapes in the middle of science class, it's the very last straw. Maud is transferred from Primrose Towers to Rotwood Middle School, to the delight of her perfect twin, Milly, but there's something strange about the pupils of Rotwood. Everyone's dressed as though it's Halloween and the school's motto is 'Because We Scare' - is ten-year-old Maud Montague monstrous enough for Rotwood?

Richo offers a fresh perspective on love and relationships--one that focuses not on finding an ideal mate, but on becoming a more loving and realistic person. Drawing on the Buddhist concept of mindfulness, he explores five hallmarks of mindful loving and how they play a key role in relationships throughout life

The popular author of How to Be an Adult in Relationships reveals how past trauma can negatively impact our present-day relationships—and offers guidance on what to do about it We all have a tendency to transfer potent feelings, needs, expectations, and beliefs from childhood or from former relationships onto the people in our daily lives, whether they are our intimate partners, friends, or acquaintances. When the Past Is Present helps us to become more aware of the ways we slip into the past so that we can identify our emotional baggage and take steps to unpack it and put it where it belongs.Drawing on decades of experience as a psychotherapist, Richo helps readers • Understand how the wounds of childhood become exposed in adult relationships—and why this is a gift• Identify and heal the emotional wounds we carry over from the past so that they won’t sabotage present-day relationships• Recognize how strong attractions and aversions to people in the present can be signals of our own unfinished business• Use mindfulness to stay in the present moment and cultivate authentic intimacy Full of practical guidance, When the Past is Present will teach you how to free yourself from old wounds and destructive behavioral partners so you can foster healthier, happier relationships.

The guide to finding your perfect timing for life's biggest decisions—whether to stay or go in relationships, jobs, locations, and everything that matters most. Do we stay in what we know? Or is it the right time to leave and make a change? In more than 50 years as a psychotherapist David Richo has been asked versions of this question more than any other. He has coached countless people of all ages through agonizing decisions related to their partnerships, their career, their home, their faith. In Ready, he shares the deep wisdom we need to make these decisions—and feel confident in following through. The book looks at the mystery of timing, why we stay too long, why we leave too soon, and what it feels like when the timing is right. Richo shows that readiness is about more than just making a choice. Being ready means we understand ourselves deeply—we are prepared to take action (and staying is an action!), and we are equipped with what it takes to follow through. Filled with relatable stories and helpful practices, including meditation, self-inquiry, journaling, and affirmations, Ready helps us understand our own perfect timing to stay or to go.

Focusing on personal growth, David Richo presents fifty-two self-promises designed to foster wisdom, compassion, and psychological well-being in everyday life. Each commitment is accompanied by the author's reflections, providing insightful guidance on cultivating genuine kindness towards oneself and others. This book serves as a practical tool for navigating life's challenges with a healthier mindset.

The book explores the vital role of allies as essential companions on our personal journeys, highlighting their presence in heroic narratives as sidekicks, wise advisors, or spiritual guides. It emphasizes the significance of these assisting forces—both visible and invisible—in fostering personal growth and connection. Drawing on insights from Carl Jung and Martin Buber, it illustrates how relationships and spiritual practices can enhance our understanding of these allies, encouraging readers to recognize and cultivate the support systems in their lives.

Der Psychotherapeut David Richo zeigt auf, wie wir die Vergangenheit in unseren gegenwärtigen Beziehungen wiederholen – und wie wir uns von destruktiven Mustern befreien können. Wenn alte Wunden schmerzen, hilft nur Bewusstwerden. Bewusst können wir unser emotionales Gepäck erkennen und Schritte unternehmen, es zu integrieren und innerlich zu wachsen. Ein erhellendes Buch über unsere Neigung, starke Gefühle, Bedürfnisse und Erwartungen aus der Kindheit oder aus früheren Beziehungen zu übernehmen und sie auf die Menschen zu übertragen, mit denen wir heute zu tun haben. Wir erkennen, wie Wunden aus der Kindheit in erwachsenen Beziehungen zutage treten – und weshalb dies ein Geschenk ist. Wir lernen emotionale Risse zu identifizieren und zu heilen. Wir erkennen Abneigungen gegen Personen als Hinweis, unsere emotionalen Hausaufgaben zu erledigen. – Und nicht zuletzt nutzen wir Achtsamkeit, um authentische Intimität zu leben.

Máte strach upřímně se otevřít a důvěřovat blízkému člověku? Nebo naopak vkládáte důvěru do lidí velmi snadno a necháte se napálit? David Richo, americký psychoterapeut, se dlouhá léta zabývá otázkou důvěry především v mezilidských vztazích a přináší neocenitelné rady a doporučení.