Lifting the Veil of Mental Illness »

Mental illnesses are too often seen only in abstract terms. In line with this, mainstream psychology, which seldom acknowledges the psyche or soul, relies increasingly on pharmaceutical treatment. In this unique approach to anthroposophical psychology, or "psychosophy," the author views imbalances of the human soul in an experiential and human way.

Basing his views on the work of Rudolf Steiner, Bento looks not only at the human body, soul and spirit, but also at the way the whole environment of physical phenomena, life forces and spirit beings affects individuals. Going well beyond our immediate surroundings, the author considers the cosmic effects of sun, planets and stars, offering a holistic view of the human soul.

About the author:
William R. Bento has worked within the fields of human development for over thirty years. He is a recognized pioneer and published author in Psychosophy (soul wisdom) and Astrosophy (star wisdom) and travels extensively as a speaker, teacher and consultant. He lives in Palo Alto, California.