Sounding The Soul

In this delightful, phenomenological account, Kittelson writes in lively pursuit of the language of hearing, an ode to the persistent primacy of the ear. It's right here, she says, just around the corner from our noses.

Every living organism in this world has a soul, especially humans. The soul of every human is very unique in its own way. Every soul has gone through different experiences of happiness, woe, love, loss and so very much more, in each passing moment. These experiences create and express a character; a sound for each soul. 'Sound of the Soul' is one such anthology that expresses the sound of some very unique souls.

After a lifetime of living in philosophical silence, Joshua K. Linden heard the sound of water in a whole new way. The mesmerizing, meditative sound resonated so deeply within his Soul that it propelled him on a seven-year journey of reflection: on Soul, ego, and our place within the web of life. Beautifully designed, The Sound of Water offers a series of thoughts and meditations that will guide you in your own journey to reconnect with the Source. You are invited to read it from beginning to end, or flip to a page at random to find deep insight and wisdom, inspiring you to awaken to living a life that deeply honors and values the Soul.

"Author Harold Klemp, spiritual leader of Eckankar, shows how HU, the sacred name for God, is woven into the language of life"--

This fascinating book gives you the tools to help tap into one of the most powerful forces in the Universe -YOUR SOUL. This is a step by step guide to help you reconnect with your natural spiritual abilities. You’ll develop a conscious awareness of the spiritual laws that exists in each and every person. “Power of the Soul” will help you to dismantle some of the barriers created by your outer-self, to unveil your true inner-self and enable you to break free from some of the psychological restrictions that have prevented you from identifying and realizing your full potential. Within these pages you’ll learn how to: · Discover and access your spiritual faculties · Open yourself to a guiding higher consciousness · Tap in to your own intuitive abilities · Remove psychological and spiritual blocks · Find your true self as you understand the nature, function, and purpose of the soul · Create and control your own path · Use spiritual energy to heal yourself and others · Enhance your body, mind, and soul to live a life of harmony This transformational book is more than just a guide. It is also a way back to a life lived from the inside out. No matter what your walk of life, this book will help you to follow your own spiritual journey. “When you tap into the incredible force and power of your soul, and once your spiritual gifts are recognized, opened and used,” says John, “you’ll see yourself and the world in a way you never thought possible.”

American soul music of the 1960s is one of the most creative and influential musical forms of the twentieth century. With its merging of gospel, R&B, country, and blues, soul music succeeded in crossing over from African American culture into the general pop culture. Soul became the byword for the styles, attitudes, and dreams of an entire era. Female performers were responsible for some of the most enduring and powerful contributions to the genre. All too frequently overlooked by the star-making critics, seven of these women are profiled in this book -Maxine Brown, Ruby Johnson, Denise LaSalle, Bettye LaVette, Barbara Mason, Carla Thomas, and Timi Yuro. Getting started during the heyday of soul, each of these talented women had recording contracts and gave live performances to appreciative audiences. Their careers can be tracked through the popularity of soul during the 1960s and its decline in the 1970s. With humor, candor, pride, and honest recognition that their careers did not surge into the mainstream and gain superstardom, they recount individual stories of how they struggled for success. Their oral histories as told to David Freeland address compelling issues, including racism and sexism within the music industry. They discuss their grueling hardships on the road, their conflicts with male managers, and the cutthroat competition in the recording business. As each singer examines her career with the author, she reveals the dreams, hopes, and desires on which she has built her professional life. All seven face up to the career swings, from the highs of releasing the first hit to the frustrating lows when the momentum stops. Although the obstacles to stardom are heartbreaking, these singers are committed to their art. With determination and style these seven have pressed onward with club appearances and recordings. They survive through their savvy mix of talent, hubris, and honesty about their lives and their music.

Includes material on B. B. King, Nina Simone, and Aretha Franklin.

Drawing on the wisdom of humanityas reflections in philosophy, literature, and religion, this book explores four dimensions of the ongoing life of the soul: the collision with nothingness, the onset of despair, the search for affirmation, and the rebirth of the soul. It speaks to anyone who has ever wondered what life is about, has ever experienced the dark night of the soul, and has ever sought a path back into the light. It addresses the spiritual crisis that defines our time, and it opens up a spiritual solution for this hour. Sounding the depths of the soul, the book opens up the depth dimension of life itself.