ON WAY TO WEDDING

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Summary: Exceelent - addresses the dark side as well as the light
Review: this book was very helpful in my process of deciding whether to get married and then during my engagement. A junian therapist, Leonard adressed the dark side as well as the light. She gave me great comfort when I was having less than perfect feelings about the whole process -- which is normal but rarely discussed. She also delves into the symbolism of the Ring and The Veil and the importance of taking time to go within oneself before merging with the other. But as she says it is good for any kind of Marriage process -- even that of being more connected and "married" to oneself" or one's work, etc. Insightful, Rich with Imagry, story telling and the power of archtypes. I recommend this book to any one seeking a book that is not afraid to embrace the shadow on the way into the light. It was very helpful to me.

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Summary: Engagement as Transformation
Review: This was one of the few books I found helpful when I was facing my fears about walking down the aisle. So many self-help books exist about how to find a partner, but few help us deal with our feelings after we have found this very special person. Linda Leonard addresses the potentially difficult life change which one must undertake during the engagement period. Our culture supports the joy of a bride-to-be but doesn't address the complete experience which includes fear, doubt, trepidations, and the process of inner transformation. I found myself saying, "Yes! That's my experience" as I read. The book was extremely helpful and would be worthwhile reading for a man or woman who is transitioning from a single to a married lifestyle.