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The Wisdom of Oz: Reflections of a Jungian Sandplay Psychotherapist

Author: Gita Dorothy Morena

Written by the great granddaughter of L. Frank Baum, author of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, this book teaches us how to explore the yellow brick road of life. Through sandplay, an expressive, creative and non verbal therapy, the book demonstrates how to achieve a deeper level of self-understanding.

The characters of Oz play important roles in the process of individuation through their embodiment of universal archetypes the seeker, the sage, the lover, the warrior ¡V which are states we all identify with, whether by acceptance or rejection. Alone these impel self-reflection and empowerment, no doubt why the Oz tale has become an American myth and pop-culture vision-quest. While narrating the Baum family legacy and presenting an insider¡¦s version of Oz, Morena shares her own personal history and life decisions, as well as case studies extracted from her work as a sandplay therapist. This provocative and stimulating journey into Oz will inspire you to explore and question the images and stories of your life from a fresh and enriching perspective.

Dr. Gita Morena is a transpersonal psychotherapist, author and lecturer, who has dedicated her life to finding the pathway home. She has a private practice in San Diego, specializing in sandplay therapy. She also offers yoga and meditation courses, residential retreats and training in sandplay therapy.