The Spiritual Labyrinth is an introductory examination of the spiritual concepts that have been labeled New Age by the Media, but are really ancient philosophical truths being rediscovered by modern humanity. We are living in an exciting time in which nature is forcing us to make some life saving choices if we are to survive our own errors. Written in down-to-earth language, this book opens the doors to personal spiritual growth and outlines the need for us to grow collectively into a new conscious understanding of our relationship to the Earth and her energies. At the same time the author points out some mistakes that can be made along the path to more awareness and warns readers in advance of pitfalls along the way. Enter a world of intriguing concepts that hold within them the hope for the future of our planet.
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I have a spiritual rule of thumb that goes like this: if someone asks you three times to do something or read something or go somewhere, you must do it, because the invitation is really coming from the Powers That Be in the spirit world. So it was with the writing of The Spiritual Labyrinth. My students asked me three times over the course of eighteen months to please write a book that covered what I teach. When they first suggested it I said, "But there are plenty of books out there on New Age philosophy, what could I possibly add?" And they replied that I had a unique approach to the whole area of study; that I was able to explain how concepts as diverse as reincarnation and crystal healing actually do tie together in the complex web of belief systems that make up New Age thinking. So I finally agreed and set about writing the book that condensed my many years of studying the subject into one volume. The task took three years to complete. It was a labor of love and it has instilled in me a desire to write more. I hope that the book continues to inspire readers from all age groups who are looking to find some spiritual validity in the world. Now an interesting story for those who love synchronicity. For the first part of the writing of the book I had thought that I was going to name it The Return of the Unicorn. I asked my artist friend to paint a unicorn for the cover. Well, she simply could not do it. Every time she approached a canvas and began thinking about my book, a unicorn just would not materialize enough in her consciousness. She was getting very frustrated. Then one day I realized that I could not use the Unicorn as a symbol for the book, because the animal is very symbolically masculine and the New Age is a very feminine movement in many ways. I dropped the idea of the unicorn to my friend's relief but then wondered what I should call it. I ended up having my students name the book. After all they had instigated the writing in the first place. My students chose The Spiritual Labyrinth. The next day, I met my artist friend for lunch and when I told her the new title, she dropped her fork with a clatter and looked at me in shocked silence. It seems that in the middle of the night she had woken up from a dream with a pressing desire to paint a labyrinth!!!! She had started on the cover without even knowing it. Moments like that happened throughout the emergence of the book, and it was through those startling psychic clues that I knew I was doing the right thing. Enjoy the book.
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The Spiritual Labyrinth is a guide through the New Age, from its ancient spiritual roots to its modern applications, through symbols and myths, beliefs, ideas and ideals. Author June Mewhort offers simple, down-to-earth explanations of New Age philosophical concepts and comments on their relevance to current and pressing social issues: feminism, the environment, and world peace. June carefully points out the fallacies, misinterpretations and frauds that are part of the movement, warning the reader how to avoid exploitation and embarrassment.
The comprehensive perspective June brings to bear will aid readers immeasurably in establishing their own spiritual agenda without having to completely alter their lifestyles. Optimist or pessimist, idealist or cynic, dreamer or daytripper- this book will guide you logically and lovingly through the labyrinth of New Age thought and theory to an understanding and a firm grounding in spiritual discovery.
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AN INTERESTING "OVERVIEW" OF "NEW AGE" CONCEPTS AND PRACTICES,
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This review is from: The Spiritual Labyrinth : A guide To The Myths, Symbols, Practices And Pitfalls Of New Age Philosophy (Paperback)
At the time this book was published in 1992, June Mewhort was "A powerful and evocative speaker... Born in Oslo, Norway (and) raised in London, England. She emigrated to Canada at the age of nine, about the same time she began studying spiritual philosophy. For the past 15 years, she has been teaching in community colleges in Southern Ontario."She wrote in the Introduction, "The trust and openness that that New Age fosters and promotes can lead to gullibility and too much acquiesence... Spiritual teachers who have allowed themselves to be put on pedestals come crashing down when they inevitably reveal their own imperfect humanity, disappointing and even crushing some followers. Most of the dangers for the individual can be avoided through personal study and a full dose of common sense. Mistakes along the way are necessary educational detours, but one can lessen the impact by following certain guidelines that will be discussed later in this book." Here are some additional quotations from the book: "The New Age is introspective. It is often faulted for being overly self-centered, but the participants have come to realize that happiness, contentment and peace are found at the centre of one's own being. They know they must begin the search for emotional serenity within themselves." (Pg. v) "Reincarnation is the most widely accepted part of New Age philosophy---and probably the least understood." (Pg. 25) "What caught the eye and ear of the spiritual seekers of the New Age and made Seth (and Jane Roberts) a popular author was his philosophy... This philosophy of personal responsibility was refreshing in a world where everyone was feeling like a victim of circumstance. Seth gained a following because he was spiritually nourishing a North American population starved of beautiful, empowering, uplifting philosophy." (Pg. 136-137) "Modern science will admit that quartz crystal has some unique properties. If it is struck or squeezed, it emits light or electricity, known as the piezoelectric effect." (Pg. 141) "Those who use crystals for healing, meditation and affirmation deal with the energies of the crystals in a ceremonial manner. Understand that the ceremony is more important for the human participant than it is for the crystal itself." (Pg. 145)
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A Personal Guided Journey,
By Vera M. Doling (Toronto, Canada) - See all my reviews
This review is from: The Spiritual Labyrinth : A guide To The Myths, Symbols, Practices And Pitfalls Of New Age Philosophy (Paperback)
I attended a seminar presented by this author in Spring 2001, and found myself challenged to rethink what I "thought" I knew about the New Age Movement. Ms. Mewhort has a wonderful way of communicating with her audience, to the point where they feel compelled to sit up and take note! I decided that during a "forced" sick leave I would take the time to read "The Spiritual Labyrinth" thinking it would help pass the time of a lengthly recovery. Little did I realize that in a few days I would be seeking out the additional books under her "recommended reading" section! "The Spiritual Labyrinth" takes the reader through the numerous aspects of the so-called New Age Philosophy, and speaks to them about how these various myths, cultural beliefs, ceremonies and rituals can fit into our current lives and nurture us. It has certainly made me re-evaluate some of my beliefs and encouraged me to look beyond what I read and hear. For that alone I am grateful that I took the time to read this book. I highly recommend this book for it's ease in reading which makes this the perfect springboard for anyone wishing to learn more about New Age concepts and how it relates to us today... and tomorrow.
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