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“Mature love is not a surrender of the self but a surrender to the self. The ego surrenders its hegemony of the personality to the heart, but in this surrender it is not annihilated. Rather it is strengthened because its roots in the body are nourished by the joy that the body feels.”

Quote by Alexander Lowen

Book:Joy: The Surrender to the Body and to Life

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Joy: The Surrender to the Body and to Life

This book delves into the nature of joy, examining how it manifests through the body and in the broader context of life experiences. It encourages readers to embrace and surrender to the fullness of joy, exploring its sources and implications in a personal and philosophical manner. more

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Alexander Lowen

Alexander Lowen was a significant figure in the field of 【Identity Positioning】. Born on December 23, 1910, and passing away on October 28, 2008, Lowen made a unique impact through his 【Achievements and Contributions】. His work has had a profound influence on the 【Impact and Evaluation】of his field. more

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