To grow spiritually and achieve greater closeness to G-d is the life goal of every Jew. But often we find that seemingly unbreachable barriers block our efforts to attain this lofty goal. Something inside us, or in others around us, locks us into negative behavior patterns that impede our progress. That "something" is human nature, the complex, multifaceted structure of personality characteristics which inform our thoughts and actions. In Awareness, Miriam Adahan explores a personality classification system called the Enneagram, and demonstrates how it applies to Torah living. An ancient system, the Enneagram was rediscovered by eminent psychologist Don Riso. It has begun to gain popularity everywhere, due to its astonishing precision and accuracy in pinpointing the multitude of elements which comprise human nature. The Enneagram describes nine distinct personality types, each with its own strengths and weaknesses, its ideally attainable level of achievement, and its intrinsic limitations. In addition, the Enneagram guides us toward tikkun, self-improvement, to enable us to reach our own ideal level and avoid sinking into an unhealthy, abusive (or abused) state. The first step is awareness, honest self appraisal and understanding of others, which enables us to recognize our G-d given strengths and weaknesses. Through awareness, we learn to accept ourselves and others as G-d made us, and to forgive thoughts and actions which have created stumbling blocks, damaged relationships, or otherwise impeded our progress on the path of spiritual growth. By using the Enneagram wisely and conscientiously, we can unlock fetters that chain us to old habits and behavior patterns, and allow our spirits to soar.
by Miriam Adahan
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| SKU | f668-5 |
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| List Price | $29.99 |
| Author | Miriam Adahan |
| Publisher | Feldheim |
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