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Becoming a Good Ancestor: Emotional Wisdom From a Life Lived Through War to Forgiveness

Becoming a Good Ancestor: Emotional Wisdom From a Life Lived Through War to Forgiveness - Paperback

by Alexandra Asseily
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Availability:In StockContributor:Alexandra AsseilyPublish date:2025-06-30Pages:102
Languages:EnglishPublisher:Zulu BooksISBN-13:9781399992428ISBN-10:1399992422UPC:9781399992428Book Category:Biography & Autobiography, Psychology, Self-HelpBook Subcategory:Memoirs, PsychotherapySize:8.50 x 5.50 x 0.24 inchesWeight:0.28Product ID:SC3SEZRV34

In this profound book, Alexandra Asseily distils a lifetime of experience into insightful reflections on psychology, work, spirituality, language, community, and nature. With humility and clarity, she offers practical wisdom on navigating difficult emotions, embracing one's capacity for love, discovering one's purpose, and leaving a positive legacy for future generations by healing our own historical wounds.

Asseily's stories serve as a beacon of guidance for anyone seeking to cultivate emotional resilience and inner peace. Through her poignant narratives, she imparts invaluable lessons on embracing vulnerability, finding meaning in adversity, and living a life of authenticity and compassion. This thought-provoking work is a must-read for those on a journey of self-discovery and personal growth.

Languages:EnglishPublisher:Zulu BooksISBN-13:9781399992428ISBN-10:1399992422UPC:9781399992428Book Category:Biography & Autobiography, Psychology, Self-HelpBook Subcategory:Memoirs, PsychotherapySize:8.50 x 5.50 x 0.24 inchesWeight:0.28Product ID:SC3SEZRV34
Asseily, Alexandra: - Alexandra Asseily, born in Malta in 1937, is a psychotherapist and peace advocate whose experiences with conflict have driven her dedication to reconciliation and healing. Raised in Malta, Singapore, and the UK, she witnessed the Blitz during World War II and later experienced Lebanon's civil war, which led her to train as a psychotherapist in various disciplines. In 1998, she initiated the Garden of Forgiveness in Beirut to foster reconciliation among Lebanon's communities. She also lead workshops on healing historical trauma, helping individuals from diverse backgrounds address the roots of violence. Co-founder of initiatives like the Centre for Lebanese Studies and the Ara Pacis Initiative for Peace, Alexandra is a long-time board member of the Guerrand Hermès Foundation for Peace and has been involved in numerous academic and peacebuilding organisations. She divides her time between the UK and Lebanon, where she co-founded the Silk Museum.
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