By Toni Bernhard — 2011
A calm mind and even temper can help make peace with life’s difficulties.
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The author offers exploration of self and practical guidance dealing with the dark side of personality based on Jung’s concept of “shadow,” or the forbidden and unacceptable feelings and behaviors each of us experience.
This book is about hope and a call to action to make the world the kind of place we want to live in.
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