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Codependence / The Dance of Wounded Souls

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I literally owe my life to Robert Burney, his inner child counseling and his wonderful book. I was one of the most negative, depressive, miserable human beings you could ever hope (not) to meet at times, prior to being led by Spirit to my discovery of this knowledgable, honest, compassionate healing pioneer in the baffling, deeply painful disorder that has been labeled "codependency". After spending HOURS studying his website ... I bought his book (and tape set) for myself, and copies for all three of my children. The resultant healing I am finally implementing after 55 years of living was never going to happen with conventional psychotherapy. Mr. Burney's innovative & viable approach to healing the wounded child within has been a godsend. I wish this book could have been required reading for every teacher, parent, president, counselor and influential adult on the planet from creation onward.....of course, that isn't possible, but it would have made the peaceful, beautiful happy world that all of us have envisioned for many generations, become a reality. If you suffer from low self-esteem, depression, (or alcoholism or other addictions) or you know someone with any combination of these personal agonies, then you could help yourself (&/or these loved ones) & buy this healing book or tapes. Later, perhaps you might also decide to add counseling by telephone with this lifesaving therapist/author, because it works, & it feels so good to truly value myself & my own life for the first time. I honestly cannot say enough in favor of this awesome man & his work. Get the bumper sticker too: ~~Work for World Peace ~Heal Your Inner Child~~
Namaste Om Shanti! A much happier DLM

The quality of information in this very small book (only 127 pages) depends on the depth of your own personal journey of healing. Burney spins a silver thread of basic Jungian philosophy of spirituality that illuminates his own journey. We are spiritual beings created perfectly by God, learning about life and how to get back to God in a physical body. That's it. This is the extent of Burney's entire message. If you are just beginning, this book may offer rich insights for your spiritual growth. If you have been searching for depth beyond the quagmire of self-help books and seminars that have been available for the past twenty years, and/or you are seeking and searching beyond your personal work through a "twelve step" program and meeting, this author offers a mere one-minute-review of many notables. My rating is "disappointed" for the price of the book.

The Dance of Wounded Souls provides the 'big picture' of perhaps why we are here and what our focus truly is on this planet. I would encourage anyone who is feeling lost, stuck, alone, grief stricken, confused or even just complacent to pick this up and read it carefully.

While the style is not written in novel format, the ideas presented are sequential and understandable, with each turned page the 'Aha' feeling, that ringing of truth will keep you turning to the next and wanting more.

I am anxiously awaiting Mr. Burney's trilogy.

After years in various 12 step recovery programs and never quite "getting it" I now understand why. This book will show you precisely how to go from the intellectual healing to the emotional healing necessary to move out of self-destructive behavior patterns. This book has changed my perspective-and my life. I quickly ordered the tapes as an additional learning tool. Thank you Mr. Burney

This is one of the most wonderful books I have ever read. It brings the reader to a higher level of understanding and compassion for himself and ultimately for all mankind. If every person read this book the world would be a far better place. Do not miss it, it is a blessing.

Robert Burney is a "whisperer" of the kindest truths I have ever heard. His listening ears and gentle ways are to the broken hearted, a feather in the hands of a dedicated surgeon. Since I have read Roberts life like his book I can testify to the fact that he lives the life of faith he teaches others, and speaks truth out of his own experiences with a loving and empowering God-Force. In his book he exposes the fear and lies that have threatened us to live our lives in judgement, shame, suffering, and denial of our real spiritual selves. Roberts words of wisdom are like a gift of compassion given in genuine humility to fellow path-finders on our way home. I thoughtfully recommend his book, codependence,The Dance of Wounded Souls, and his audio cassette by the same title. His "peace talk" will warm your heart and comfort your soul with an unbridled spirit of knowledge and strength that only a messenger of Love can do.

I found this book via Burney's website. The book is somewhat superficial examination of dealing with emotional pain and wounds through spirituality. He also repeats himself alot in the book--not unlike his website. Rather than providing more information than the website, its like buying the cliffnotes version of the website. I have to agree with the review from the reader in Ohio--for the money there are better choices.

This book is very clear and precise in characterizing codependency. The message linking a cultural "codependence" to a spiritual disease, while not new or novel, is interestingly presented within a 12 step context. However, Burney is rather repetitive at times throughout the book and somewhat vague in terms of the book serving as a guide how to effect change. A good start for those beginning the journey inward in healing. However, there are other sources much more concrete to help one find the way through the process of healing through a spiritual path such as Homecoming by John Bradshaw or A Path with Heart by Jack Kornfield.

This book is very clear and precise in characterizing codependency. The message linking a cultural "codependence" to a spiritual disease, while not new or novel, is compelling presented within a 12 step context. However, Burney is rather repetitive at times throughout the book and somewhat vague in terms of the book serving as a guide how to effect change. A good start for those beginning the journey inward in healing. However, there are other sources much more concrete to help one find the way through the process of healing through a spiritual path.

Since I discovered Robert's book, I've strongly recommended it to almost all of the angry, abusive, addicted people I treat as well as to the codependents in my psychological practice. I've never gotten less than a rave review. "Dance" is powerful reading for connecting to oneself.