Images of the Soul. The Workings of the Soul in Shamanic Rituals and Family Constellations.

by Daan Van Kampenhout

Daan van Kampenhout and Bert Hellinger had a lengthy and intensive correspondence concerning the relation between shamanism and family constellations. The ideas explored in this correspondence formed the foundations of Images of the Soul, in which the dynamics of Hellinger´s systemic work are carefully described from the viewpoint of tradional shamanism. The book points out those spiritual principles which lie at the foundation of both shamanic practice and family constellations, and includes many practical tips for people involved in systemic work as participant or trainer. Theoretical explorations are made concrete by examples from sessions with clients and groups, by personal experiences of the author with rituals on Indian reservations in the USA and by anecdotes from his studies with traditional medicine people and shamans.

Genres: Psychology

156 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2001

Reviews

[Victoria · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such an insightful book.
If you are educating yourself into family constellations I would highly recommend it.
This book helped me understand the similarities and differences between the shamanic work and FC and in the same time it helped to understand why it is important not to talk about the constellation that the person just has received as it loses energy if being discussed straight after.
It also highlights the importance of timelessness both for the facilitator and the participants.

[Annick Lambert · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love this book. The language is clear, digestible, and very informative/ multicultural which allows the reader to investigate and discover his-her own opinion. The distinctions and link between the modalities are really helpful, it brought clarity, curiosity and dimensions!!!!!

[Mirjam Van · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of the best books in modern shamanism. Gives good background/roots in shamanic ways of thinking and cosmology. Critic is that it is not rooted in any (ancient/living) tradition.