Dueño de la Cabeza : A Phenomenological Study of Santeria Healers on the Nature and Meaning of the Mind.
Overview
Due o de la Cabeza is a phenomenological investigation into the lived experiences of Santer a healers, aiming to bridge the spiritual and psychological realms by conceptualizing faith-based constructs through the lens of contemporary psychological theory. This study explores how practitioners of Santer a interpret, negotiate, and enact healing practices within their communities, highlighting the interplay between ritual, belief, and mental well-being.
Using in-depth qualitative interviews and participant observation, the research captures the rich, nuanced narratives of healers, emphasizing their unique perspectives on consciousness, spiritual authority, and therapeutic processes. The study situates these insights within established psychological frameworks, offering new conceptual models that translate culturally embedded spiritual practices into terms accessible to mental health professionals.
Ultimately, Due o de la Cabeza contributes to a deeper understanding of the intersections between spirituality, culture, and psychology, challenging conventional boundaries and suggesting pathways for integrating indigenous and faith-based healing practices into contemporary psychological discourse.
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Details
- ISBN-13: 9798264487613
- ISBN-10: 9798264487613
- Publisher: Independently Published
- Publish Date: February 2022
- Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.45 inches
- Shipping Weight: 0.59 pounds
- Page Count: 196
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