False Bodies, True Selves explores the phenomenon of growing numbers of people in western society and beyond completely embedding their sense of identity in their appearance. Importantly, the spiritual aspects of what it is to become enemies with one's body are given centre stage in the context of Donald Winnicott's theory.
False Bodies, True Selves explores the phenomenon of growing numbers of people in western society and beyond completely embedding their sense of identity in their appearance. Importantly, the spiritual aspects of what it is to become enemies with one's body are given centre stage in the context of Donald Winnicott's theory.
Foreword Introduction Mirrors and Myths Mirrors and misplaced identities Embodiment and perceived ugliness Disturbed selves disturbed eating Altered appearances questioned identities Gender sexuality and the pursuit of authenticity Skin: a canvas for self-expression Shadows of childhood Embraced emotions Interlude: processes of sight and perception Spiritual Aspects of Psychological Distress A mindful return to the body Wholeness through an embrace of the darkness From false selves to true Selves: returning home Appendices Taking action Supporting and overcoming as a family Mindfulness and body awareness practices for appearance struggles Avenues of support and further reading
Foreword Introduction Mirrors and Myths Mirrors and misplaced identities Embodiment and perceived ugliness Disturbed selves disturbed eating Altered appearances questioned identities Gender sexuality and the pursuit of authenticity Skin: a canvas for self-expression Shadows of childhood Embraced emotions Interlude: processes of sight and perception Spiritual Aspects of Psychological Distress A mindful return to the body Wholeness through an embrace of the darkness From false selves to true Selves: returning home Appendices Taking action Supporting and overcoming as a family Mindfulness and body awareness practices for appearance struggles Avenues of support and further reading
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