{"product_id":"the-connections-paradigm-ancient-jewish-wisdom-for-modern-mental-health-paperback-softback-9781599475509","title":"The Connections Paradigm; Ancient Jewish Wisdom for Modern Mental Health (Paperback \/ softback) 9781599475509","description":"\u003cfont face=\"Georgia\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"6\"\u003eThe Connections Paradigm\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cfont size=\"5\"\u003eAncient Jewish Wisdom for Modern Mental Health\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"4\"\u003eDavid H. Rosmarin (Author)\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e9781599475509\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003ePaperback \/ softback, published 8 February 2021\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e268 pages\u003cbr\u003e21.6 x 14 x 2.3 cm, 0.367 kg\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e “A leading voice in the psychology of religion and its application to mental health problems, Dr. Rosmarin has given faith-based providers an entirely new language for intertwining spiritual, interpersonal, and mental health domains in the interests of clinical care. This innovative volume shows how ancient Jewish teachings on the relation of body and soul can be combined with a broad array of modern evidence-based approaches to psychological care, from exposure to experiential acceptance, from nutrition to interpersonal compassion. There is a significant body of science showing that embedding evidence-based intervention into a spiritual journey is a powerful combination for people of faith. Still, providers need a more general approach that stands one step above the details of particular religious commitments. Filled with clinical examples, this book radiates kindness and empathic concern, and its use of ‘body and soul’ could be effective with a wide range of people of faith.”  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e -Steven C. Hayes, PhD, Originator of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, author of \u003ci\u003eA Liberated Mind\u003c\/i\u003e, and Foundation Professor of Psychology, University of Nevada, Reno\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e “Dr. Rosmarin has done a great mental health service for the general public. With so many today beset by anxiety and depression and tiring of modern answers that feel superficial, \u003ci\u003eThe Connections Paradigm\u003c\/i\u003e offers a profound, centuries-old method to relieve mental distress, enhance life’s most important relationships, and achieve genuine peace of mind.”  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e -Harold G. Koenig, MD, professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences, Duke University Health Systems, and director of the Duke Center for Spirituality, Theology, and Health\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e “\u003ci\u003eThe Connections Paradigm\u003c\/i\u003e is not only timely but Dr. David Rosmarin’s careful attention to its rich traditionands practical relevance for each of us is a gift. I am truly grateful for how well he unpacks these three critical forms of connection-\u003ci\u003eInner Connection, Interpersonal Connection\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eSpiritual Connection\u003c\/i\u003e-with such clarity alongside the relatable stories he weaves throughout this book!”  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e -Holly K. Oxhandler, PhD, LMSW, associate professor of social work and associate dean for research faculty development, Baylor University’s Diana R. Garland School of Social Work\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e “Infused with the warmth and wisdom of Judaism, this book offers a deeply thoughtful psychological and spiritual guide for those seeking greater connectedness within themselves, with others, and with God. Using poignant stories from his clinical practice, Rosmarin illustrates how a ‘connections paradigm’ can foster transformations among people facing the full range of psychological problems. This book will deepen the practice of many providers and the lives of many clients.”  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e -Kenneth I. Pargament\u003cb\u003e,\u003c\/b\u003e PhD, professor emeritus, department of psychology, Bowling Green State University, author of \u003ci\u003eSpiritually Integrated Psychotherapy\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e “David Rosmarin has compiled a thoughtful and relatable guide to help us reconnect with our body and soul. He shares practical instructions supported by theory, case studies,s, and ancient Jewish spiritual teachings to show that we can live more fully when we are truly connected to all our parts. \u003ci\u003eThe Connections Paradigm\u003c\/i\u003e is good for the body, mind, and soul.”  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e -Sharon Salzberg, author of \u003ci\u003eLovingkindness\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eReal Change\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e “Jung famously claimed that every patient he treated over age thirty-five needed in the end to find a spiritual outlook on life. In \u003ci\u003eThe Connections Paradigm\u003c\/i\u003e, mental and spiritual health are beautifully intertwined, and Jewish wisdom becomes a stabilizing and uplifting force in an often dark and confusing world.” \u003cbr\u003e -Rabbi David Wolpe, Max Webb Senior Rabbi, Sinai Temple\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e “Written in a lucid and graceful style and full of applicable case studies, this book is an authoritative statement on the importance of spirituality in mental health. I highly recommend The Connection Paradigm either as a self-help guide or as a blueprint for interventions by mental health professionals. The cure for human suffering lies in healing the brokenness in a divided self, conflict in relationships, and separation from God.” \u003cbr\u003e -Paul T. P. Wong, PhD., C.Psych, president of the International Network on Personal Meaning \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThis book introduces an approach to mental health that dates back 3,000 years to an ancient body of Jewish spiritual wisdom. Known as the Connections Paradigm, the millennia-old method has been empirically shown to alleviate symptoms of stress, anxiety, and depression. After being passed down from generation to generation and tested in clinical settings with private clients, it is presented to a broad audience for the first time.\u003cbr\u003e The idea behind the paradigm is that at any given moment, human beings are either “connected” or “disconnected” across three key relationships. To be “connected” means to be in a loving, harmonious, and fulfilling relationship; to be “disconnected” means, of course, the opposite. The three relationships are those between our souls and our bodies, ourselves and others, and ourselves and God.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e These relationships are hierarchal; each depends on the one that precedes it. This means that we can only connect with God to the extent that we associate with others, and we cannot connect with others if we don’t connect with ourselves. The author, Dr. David H. Rosmarin, devotes a section to each relationship and describes techniques and practices to become a more connected individual. He also brings in compelling stories from his clinical practice to show the process in action.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Whether you’re a clinician working with clients, or a person seeking the healing balm of wisdom; whether you’re a member of the Jewish faith, or a person open to new spiritual perspectives, you will find this book sensible, practical, and timely because, for all of us, connection leads to mental health.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003e Introduction \/ 1\u003cbr\u003e CHAPTER 1 Introduction to Inner Connection: Body and Soul \/ 13\u003cbr\u003e CHAPTER 2 Inner Connection Part I: Accepting the Soul’s Guidance \/ 35\u003cbr\u003e CHAPTER 3 Inner Connection Part II: Loving the Body and Providing for Its Needs \/ 51\u003cbr\u003e CHAPTER 4 Inner Connection Part III: Expressing Needs and Raising Issues to the Soul \/ 64\u003cbr\u003e CHAPTER 5 Inner Connection Part IV: Tolerating the Body’s Idiosyncrasies with Love and Patience \/ 78\u003cbr\u003e CHAPTER 6 Introduction to Interpersonal Connection \/ 92\u003cbr\u003e CHAPTER 7 Interpersonal Connection Part I: Three Levels of Noticing the Needs of Others \/ 108\u003cbr\u003e CHAPTER 8 Interpersonal Connection Part II: Providing for the Needs of Others \/ 121\u003cbr\u003e CHAPTER 9 Interpersonal Connection Part III: Noticing Our Disconnection from Others \/ 135\u003cbr\u003e CHAPTER 10 Interpersonal Connection Part IV: Remaining Connected to Others \/ 147\u003cbr\u003e CHAPTER 11 Introduction to Spiritual Connection \/ 159\u003cbr\u003e CHAPTER 12 Spiritual Connection Part I: Recognizing Our Limited Scope of Control \/ 171\u003cbr\u003e CHAPTER 13 Spiritual Connection Part II: Recognizing God’s Order and Design in the World \/ 188\u003cbr\u003e CHAPTER 14 Spiritual Connection Part III: Developing a Godly Vision \/ 202\u003cbr\u003e CHAPTER 15 Spiritual Connection Part IV: Exerting Heroic Efforts for God \/ 219\u003cbr\u003e Conclusion \/ 235\u003cbr\u003e Acknowledgments \/ 251 \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003c\/font\u003e","brand":"Templeton Press","offers":[{"title":"Brand New","offer_id":52676634018072,"sku":"9781599475509","price":16.39,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/freshlyprintedbooks.co.uk\/products\/the-connections-paradigm-ancient-jewish-wisdom-for-modern-mental-health-paperback-softback-9781599475509","provider":"Freshly Printed Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}