The Celtic Way of Seeing Meditations on the Irish Spirit Wheel

"The Celtic way of seeing defines a direct link between the eye and the heart, and this link can connect seekers to powers, energies, and knowledge that exist beyond us as well. Celtic spirituality is an expansive phenomenon, covering a large swath of human history and different expressions of perception, belief, mysticism and practice. THE CELTIC WAY OF SEEING is built around one traditional Celtic story, The Settling of the Manor of Tara, that introduced the concept of the four directions - north, south, east, and west - and their meanings, including the centre, or sovereignty, to Irish culture. Frank MacEowen retells this story with beautiful and evocative prose, offering a brief introduction to lead readers into the story and set the stage. At the end of the story, Frank places the wisdom of the tale into contemporary terms, and this is followed by exercises and practices that will help readers incorporate the teachings into their lives. The four directions have profound meanings for Irish people, much as they do for Native Americans, and some teachers perceive the different directions as spirits, guides, and protectors. Throughout, Frank provides engaging stories from his life and therapeutic practice that draws readers into the teachings of these ancient traditions."