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"Integrating the wisdom of ancient mystics and the insights of contemporary thinkers, May examines the spiritual longings that are often hidden and controlled by society's pressures and expectations.
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"Integrating the wisdom of ancient mystics and the insights of contemporary thinkers, May examines the spiritual longings that are often hidden and controlled by society's pressures and expectations."--Publishers Weekly

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Gerald G. May, M.D. (1940-2005), practiced medicine and psychiatry for twenty-five years before becoming a senior fellow in contemplative theology and psychology at the Shalem Institute for Spiritual Formation in Bethesda, Maryland. He was the author of many books and articles blending spirituality and psychology, including Addiction and Grace, Care of Mind/Care of Spirit, Will and Spirit, and The Dark Night of the Soul.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ HarperOne; Reprint edition (April 9, 1993)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 272 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0060654732
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0060654733
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 7.3 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.9 x 5.2 x 1 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
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Gerald G. May, M.D., is the author of Addiction and Grace and Care of Mind/Care of Spirit. A psychiatrist, he currently supervisors the program for training spiritual directors at the Shalem Institute in Washington, DC. He lives in Columbia, MD.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Gerald May at his best
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If I had an empty book shelf, I would fill 75% of the bookshelf with this books hardbound copy and the rest with paperback copies of Mays The Awakened Heart and then I would read 30 minutes each day until all the pages in all these books were worn out. That's how important this book is.
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Vanessa
5.0 out of 5 stars Deeply contemplative, not an easy read but worth it
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I actually bought this book because I thought it would help me open up to *romantic* love, as in, to meeting my potential partner/soul mate/twin flame. It was none of that, but it did help me open up to Love -- the greater love for life, for people, and especially for myself and God.

This book was not an easy read, but it was worth it. While reading, little light bulbs went on in my mind as several realizations became clear and obvious. I've read a great deal of spiritual material before, and had become almost against the word 'God' because it connotes a judgmental creature looking down upon us. This book does not go into "defining" God, but refers to the term a lot. As a result, I was able to return to being okay with the word and really feel what Gerald May was talking about.

It was really worth the money, and it's one of those books that you read 2 years later and realize how much deeper is becomes the next time around.
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D. D. Klak
5.0 out of 5 stars The Awakened Heart
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I just finished this book this past week. Another powerful book by Gerald May. I believe that he is inspired by God. I trust his writings, and especially loved the beginning of this book, where he explains EFFICIENCY AND LOVE as: Efficiency is the "how" of life, how we meet and handle... and Love is the "why" of life: why we function at all...READ IT, YOU'LL SHARE IT WITH OTHERS> I gave a copy to one of my best friends.
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Cyndi
5.0 out of 5 stars A clear, simple approach to living the spiritual life.
Reviewed in the United States on November 1, 2015
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Gerald May is one of my favourite Christian contemplative authors. His words never cease to penetrate deep into my soul. His personable honesty makes him seem like one of my best friends. His vocation in the mental health field as a psychiatrist has given him a unique understanding for the challenges we face. I think. It is one of those books that I fear I need to underline too much -- better just read it again!
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Barbara Moran
4.0 out of 5 stars Heartfelt way of prayer
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A fine book but does not deal in depth with addiction as do some of May's other texts. General spiritual approach is well done and should have a broad appeal to those looking for a heartfelt way of prayer.
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Dwight
5.0 out of 5 stars One of God's gracious gifts on the journey
Reviewed in the United States on September 22, 2014
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This is one of the best illuminations of the practice of staying God (love) conscious I have ever read and practiced. It is a divine gift in the way it is presented, and in the fact that it meets me right at the point of my spiritual need and aspiring. Grace in its most practical and timely form. Thank you Mr. May and thank you God for faithfully wooing me.
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N. Marr
5.0 out of 5 stars Powerful book
Reviewed in the United States on March 5, 2006
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This is one of the most beautiful books I have ever read. A friend passed this onto me and I remember reading the first 20 pages on a bus and not being able to stop crying. It was so beautiful and it made me look at myself and others differently. The one thing that we are all searching for is Love. That is the fundamental purpose of life. Absolutely amazing book in it's simplicity and beauty.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great read!
Reviewed in the United States on April 10, 2018
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Great read! This is my second reading of this book. Love Dr May's thoughtful analyses from psych and theological perspectives.
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Henrietta Curran
3.0 out of 5 stars Three Stars
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 20, 2014
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An old book with contemporary wisdom, worth paying attention to.
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André Gravelle
4.0 out of 5 stars Aimé est le mot.
Reviewed in Canada on May 30, 2015
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J'aime ce livre mais je ne lis pas vite. Très profond.
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