The Spiritual Gift of Madness with Seth Farber on June 19 "Why Shamanism Now?" Radio Show
On her radio show "Why Shamanism Now? A Practical Path to Authenticity", teacher, author and founder of the Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing Christina Pratt talks to Dr. Seth Farber about his new book The Spiritual Gift of Madness: The Failure of Psychiatry and the Rise of the Mad Pride which suggests that some mental illness diagnoses might actually be spiritual awakenings.
- (1888PressRelease) June 16, 2012 - Streaming live on the Co-Creator Radio Network on Tuesday, June 19, at 11 a.m. Pacific time/2 p.m. Eastern time, on her show "Why Shamanism Now?: A Practical Path to Authenticity," shaman and founder of the Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing Christina Pratt talks to Dr. Seth Farber -- writer, social critic, dissident psychologist, visionary, and activist on many fronts.
In this episode of "Why Shamanism Now?", Farber discusses his new book "The Spiritual Gift of Madness: The Failure of Psychiatry and the Rise of the Mad Pride" (Inner Traditions), and Pratt Farber explore the possibility that madness is a precious and dangerous gift. In his work, Farber has seen repeatedly that many of those diagnosed as schizophrenic, bipolar, and other forms of "madness" are not ill but experiencing a spiritual awakening. He believes that that it is impossible for our society to awaken as long as the mad are suppressed, because they are our catalysts for social change. At the same time those labeled "mad" must embrace their spiritual gifts and reclaim their role as cultural prophets to help the coming global spiritual transition. Farber talks with Pratt about the rise of "Mad Pride" and the mental patients' liberation movement.
Faber talks to Pratt as part of a series of "Why Shamanism Now?" interviews sponsored by the Society of Shamanic Practitioners (SSP). Throughout this series, Pratt explores how contemporary shamans are meeting the challenge of their world where the relations of things-the living and the dead, the humans and nature, and the technological world and the spirit world-are profoundly out of balance. It is the ancient role of the shaman in all cultures to tend the balance of things, and the question is asked: how are these shamans meeting this extraordinary need today?
Christina Pratt is an authentic, non-traditional contemporary shaman. In practice since 1990, she specializes in mending the soul and transforming the parts of life that feel impossible. A teacher of exceptional clarity, humor, and inspiration, Pratt brings the power of shamanism into the practical grasp of anyone willing to take responsibility for improving the quality of their life. Her well-received book, "An Encyclopedia of Shamanism" (Rosen), is an 800-page, two-volume set with over 750 in-depth entries that clearly discuss the basic concepts of shamanism, methods, and traditions of over 50 different shamanic peoples. Pratt is the founder of the Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing in Portland, OR, and New York, NY, creator of the original Foundations of Shamanism and Shamanic Healing course at the University of Minnesota, and a frequent and honored speaker for the American Holistic Medical Association.
Seth Farber is a writer, social critic, and dissident psychologist. He is also a visionary; activist in the human rights, Green and anti-war movements; supporter of animal rights; and co-founder of the Network Against Coercive Psychiatry. His newest book, "The Spiritual Gift of Madness: The Failure of Psychiatry and the Rise of the Mad Pride", is available now from Inner Traditions. His other books include "Lunching with Lunatics" and "Madness, Heresy, and the Rumor of Angels: The Revolt Against the Mental Health System". He is also an editor of the pioneering scholarly review, The Journal of Mind and Behavior. www.sethHfarber.com
"Why Shamanism Now? A Practical Path to Authenticity", a live internet talk radio with host Christina Pratt, airs Tuesdays at 11 a.m. Pacific time/2 p.m. Eastern time on www.co-creatornetwork.com/hosts/shamanism/host_bio.htm. Each week host Christina Pratt and guests explore the practical application of shamanic skills in our contemporary lives to create robust well-being, strong and clear community connections, and life enriching spiritual maturity. Listeners can ask questions by calling 512-772-1938 or via Skype. Prior episodes from "Why Shamanism Now" can be downloaded for free by visiting www.whyshamanismnow.com. Pratt also talks about Shamanic Healing on YouTube.
For more information on Christina Pratt, the Last Mask Center for Shamanic Healing, and workshops and classes with Pratt, or to order An Encyclopedia of Shamanism at a special discounted rate, visit www.lastmaskcenter.org. Upcoming classes with Pratt include: Intro to Awakening the Courageous Heart at East West Books in Seattle June 29-30; advanced classes in shamanic practice including Healing the Ancestral Lines Training on June 22-24; Shamanic Journey Circles third Tuesday of every month; Wisdom of the Shaman talks every third Friday; and Qigong classes every Wednesday, all in Portland, Oregon. For additional information or to arrange an interview with Pratt, please contact Linda Woznicki, 845-417-8811, marketing ( @ ) lastmaskcenter dot org.
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