Publisher's Synopsis
Islamically Inspired Self-Development is designed as a manual for anyone interested in the Islamic heritage of self-development but also anyone who is determined to use scientifically proven interventions in psycho-spiritual method of working with the Muslim psyche.
From the first chapter, a reader is introduced to the aetiology and ethos of healing in Islam (and beyond), as a means of opening and preparation for further chapters. In fact, each page is presenting itself as an organic progression and encourages further self-development in the spirit of submission to the will of God. Both worlds, the material and the metaphysical meet in this book and explore coherent and collaborative coexistence ways in the process of rebuilding wellness. Subjects of Gayb, Jinn, Angels, Soul and Qadr, Sabr, Rahmah, among the rest of diverse important healing markers, are thoroughly explored, so a reader can feel clarity and find a meaning in the practical use of Islamic spirituality. The unique approach of the author to the concept of selfhood opens a new door to understanding multiple intelligences as well as to the process of self-development with the process of Taffakur, Tawbah and Tazkiyah in mind. The work in this book had been inspired by the clinical experience of Muslim therapists but also informed by the common understanding and expectations of Islamic therapeutics among ordinary Muslim clients. The premise of this book was to not only satisfy the hunger for psycho spiritual guidance in the therapy world, but mostly for God Almighty himself. Therefore, the core of this book had to be centered around the sound knowledge and guidance of the Quran and Sunnah. The reader might find himself comfortable and assured to the reliability of the material but also inspired to change his own perspectives on wellness, growth, spirituality and religiosity as it was always intended in Islam. The Islamically Inspired Self-Development Process is not another scientifically grounded position about Islamic Psychology, but rather an organic and practical guide which uncovers the sacred laws of psycho, spiritual and somatic medicinal wisdom inscribed in revelations, medical history and current discoveries in science of healing.
