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“When we start making distinctions between soul and spirit, we're in very, very murky waters. There is the whole issue of the English language, which has a rather limited vocabulary when it comes to psychological descriptions, not to speak of spiritual descriptions. We're good mythically - the English language is superb for myth. But we're not very good for psychology or spirituality.”

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Jean Houston, born on May 10, 1937, is an American author, psychologist, and researcher in human potential. Her work spans various fields including human potential, mythology, leadership, and personal growth. Houston is known for her in-depth research on human potential and her modern interpretations of traditional myths. more

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