• American Counseling Association
  Homepage of the American Counseling Association, dedicated to the growth and development of the counseling profession and those who are served. Resources for professionals and consumers.

• American Psychological Association
  National professional organization for psychologists. Resources, books and links.

• Mental Health Matters
  Information and resources for consumers and professionals.

• Mental Help Net
  Educational site on mental health matters; mental health news,  book reviews, links, self-help resources, information on symptoms and treatments.

• National Alliance for the Mentally Ill
  Premiere national advocacy organization for the mentally ill and their families.

• Mental Health & Psychology Resources Online
  Annotated directory of mental health resources for professionals and consumers.

• Self Growth.com
  Self-improvement portal site.

• Domestic Abuse
  Informational brochures and self-assessments to help you decide if you are at risk for domestic abuse; what to do and how to protect yourself.

• Sexual Assault Issues
  General sexual assault information and specialized articles on different forms of sexual assault.

• 12Step.org for Sobriety, Strength and Serenity
  Large portal site containg resources (including complete text of AA’s Big Book), articles, and links to Internet sites concerning 12-step recovery programs.

• Adult Children of Alcoholics
  Adult Children of Alcoholics is a Twelve Step, Twelve Tradition program of women and men who grew up in alcoholic or otherwise dysfunctional homes.

• Al-Anon and Alateen
  Support and recovery programs for those whose lives have been affected by someone else’s drinking.

• Alcoholics Anonymous
  Alcoholics Anonymous is an international fellowship of men and women who have had a drinking problem and who are working 12-step recovery programs.

• Cocaine Anonymous
  Cocaine Anonymous is open to all persons who state a desire to stop using cocaine, including "crack" cocaine, as well as all other mind-altering substances.

• Codependents Anonymous
  Co-Dependents Anonymous is a 12-Step recovery fellowship of men and women whose common purpose is to develop healthy relationships, free from denial, low self-esteem, and overly-compliant or overly-controlling behaviors.

• Debtors Anonymous
  "Our primary purpose is to stop debting one day at a time and to help other compulsive debtors to stop incurring unsecured debt."

• Hazelden
  Hazelden’s mission is to “help more people sustain lifelong recovery from addiction to alcohol and other drugs … through a commitment to treatment, publishing, education, research, public advocacy and shared learning with other organizations.”

• Narcotics Anonymous
  Narcotics Anonymous is an international, community-based association of recovering drug addicts with more than 31,000 weekly meetings in over 100 countries worldwide.

• National Institute on Drug Abuse
  Information on drugs and effects of drug use. Drug abuse information for teens, parents and teachers, and researchers.

• Overeaters Anonymous
  Overeaters Anonymous offers a program of recovery from compulsive overeating using the Twelve Steps.

• Sexaholics Anonymous
  12-step recovery program whose primary purpose is "to stay sexually sober and help others to achieve sexual sobriety."

• SexHelp.com
  Dr. Patrick Carnes’ resources for Sex Addiction and Recovery.

• Web of Addictions
  Large portal site with addictions information, resources and links to related websites.

• Controlling Anger – Before It Controls You
  Informational website on anger management, with a thorough review of helpful techniques. Sponsored by the American Psychological Association.

• Anxiety Disorders Association of America
  Information, resources and professional education about anxiety disorders.

• The Anxiety Panic Internet Resource
  Large self-help resource for those with anxiety disorders -- panic attacks, phobias, extreme shyness, obsessive-compulsive behaviors, and generalized anxiety.

• Freedom From Fear
  A national mental health advocacy organization providing education and resources on anxiety disorders.

• MedlinePlus: Anxiety
  Links and resources on anxiety from the U.S. National Library of Medicine.

• National Institute of Mental Health Library on Anxiety Disorders and Their Treatment
  Thorough discussion of symptoms and treatment of Generalized Anxiety Disorder; Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder; Panic Disorder; Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder; and Social Phobia.

• Panic Anxiety Education Management Services
  Comprehensive website providing information on anxiety disorders, panic, and effective treatments.
  

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• Bipolar (Manic Depressive) Disorder
  A large website with links to informational articles, research findings, treatment approaches, and other resources.

• BPSO - Bipolar Significant Others
  National Bipolar support group website providing information and support to the families, friends and loved ones of those who suffer from bipolar disorder. Many links and resources.
  

• Stepfamily Association of America
  Educational resources and materials for stepfamily members and professionals.

• Stepfamily in Formation
  Educational site focusing on problem solution and divorce prevention in remarried families; over 150 practical articles and worksheets for stepparents and family members.
  

• Body Image and Advertising
  Position paper on the negative body image consequences of advertising, from Mediascope, a nonprofit research and policy organization.

• Body Image and Your Health
  The National Women’s Health Information Center resources on body image and health.

• Body Positive
  Portal website offering positive approaches and resources to love the body you have.
  

• Developing a Career Transition Strategy
  U.S. Department of Interior-sponsored website with online course for developing career transition strategies. Includes self-assessment tools, job listings and many other resources.

• University of Waterloo Career Development Manual
  Extensive online emanual outlining steps of planning career development strategies.
  

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• The Seven Challenges of Cooperative Communication
  Online workbook designed to teach seven critical skills for good communication: responsive listening, inviting consent, expressing information clearly, translating criticisms into requests, asking open-ended questions, communicating gratitude, and focusing on learning.

• 10 Steps for Boosting Creativity
  Tools and resources for creativity, brainstorming and innovation.

• American Creativity Association
  Online information about the latest work in applied creativity and innovative problem-solving.

• On Creativity: An Index
  Resources for graduate-level Education course in Creativity.
  

• Growth House
  Portal to web resources on life-threatening illness and end-of-life care.

• MedlinePlus: Death and Dying
  Extensive website with resources on all aspects of death and dying, from the U.S. National Library of Medicine.

• National Hospice Foundation
  Consumer’s guide to hospice services, palliative care and hospice information.

• On Our Own Terms: Moyers on Dying
  Informational website based on Bill Moyers’ 4-part PBS series on end-of-life care. Resources include bibliography, guides to end-of-life care, perspectives on the dying experience and sources for therapy and support.

• Sociology of Death and Dying
  Large collection of links and resources recognizing death as “the central dynamism underlying the life, vitality and structure of the social order.”
  

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• Depression.com
  Informational site on depression sponsored by GlaxoSmithKline.

• Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance
  Patient-directed organization which provides education and support on Depression and Bipolar Disorder.

• Depression Information and Treatment
  Psychology Information Online information about depression, bipolar disorder and treatments.

• MedlinePlus: Depression
  Links and resources on depression from the U.S. National Library of Medicine.

• National Institute of Mental Health: Depression
  Comprehensive overview of depression and depression treatment.

• National Mental Health Association: Depression Screening
  The NMHA works to promote mental health, prevent mental disorders and improve treatment for mental disorders. This site offers an anonymous screening test for clinical depression.

• Treating the Illness Called Depression
  Information site, mostly on medications, sponsored by the American Society of Clinical Psychopharmacology.

• Undoing Depression
  Psychotherapist Richard O’Connor Ph.D., author of Undoing Depression, offers useful information on depression.

• WebMD Depression Health Center
  Resources on medical treatment for depression.

• Wildmind Buddhist Meditation
  Information and resources on meditation and depression.

• Wing of Madness: A Depression Guide
  Information on clinical depression, current news, support and encouragement.
  

• Divorce Central
  Large website providing information, resources and support in four areas: legal issues, emotional support, parenting issues and financial issues. Useful compendium of state laws on divorce.

• Your Parents’ Divorce
  University of Illinois Counseling Center information for young adults whose parents are divorcing or who have divorced. Helpful self-care hints for going on with your life even though your family is going through major changes.

• Elizabeth Marshall Thomas’ story (author of The Hidden Life of Dogs)
  This remarkable book was written by a remarkable woman. Here is her life story.

• Monks of New Skete
  The Monks describe their approach to dog training, and how to be your dog’s best friend. Q and A’s, resources, videos.

• Natural Dog Training
  Kevin Behan’s approach to dog training, based on the dog’s innate nature. “Dogs want to cooperate,” he says – and shows how to facilitate your dog’s wholehearted cooperation with you.

• The Psychology Center
  Dog Whisperer, Cesar Millan, offers advice and resources based on his award-winning National Geographic cable TV show. Millan's credo is "I rehabilitate dogs. I train people."

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• National Eating Disorders Association
  Information and resources on eating disorders, including self-esteem programs, healthy body image, info and referral helpline, and media watchdog program.

• Something Fishy
  Funny name, serious website offering detailed information on Eating Disorder symptoms and treatments, treatment programs, online forums for patients and family members, and advice on dealing with the medical community.

• American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy
  Resources on family issues; locate a family therapist.

• American Family Therapy Academy
  National organization of leading family therapy teachers, researchers and social scientists, dedicated to advancing systemic thinking and practices for families in their ecological context.

• MedlinePlus: Family Issues
  Links and resources on family issues from the U.S. National Library of Medicine.
  

• Indiana University Writer’s Conference
  Annual conference, now in its 65th year, attracting nationally-known writing teachers and serious students.

• Iowa Summer Writing Festival
  The nation’s largest summer writing festival with over 130 workshops on all styles of writing. Sponsored by the Iowa Writer’s Workshop.

• Poets and Writer’s Magazine
  Home page for leading journal for serious writers; articles, workshops, interviews.

• Readerville
  Online community for readers and writers.

• UCLA Extension Writer’s Program
  The nation’s largest university-related writer’s program, with over 550 courses offered annually, many of them online.
  

• Gay and Lesbian Issues and Resources
  Information on homosexuality, hate crimes, homophobia, AIDS, safe sex and more. Extensive bibliography.

• Queer Resources Directory
  Portal site with wide-ranging information on families, religion, coming out, and other resources.

• The Compassionate Friends
  National non-profit organization offering support to parents who have lost a child. Grief resources, education, support for siblings, chapter locator information.

• Grief and Loss
  AARP web resources for bereaved families, including end of life planning, funeral arrangements, legal and financial issues, social and emotional support.

• GriefNet
  Internet community for persons dealing with death, grief and loss. Email support groups for adults; companion website for grieving children. Memorials, resources, annotated bibliographies, suicide prevention.
  

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• DrWeil.com
  DrWeilSelfHealing.com
  Two sites from Andrew Weil, M.D., integrative medicine guru, with information on wellness, nutrition and practical health tips.

• Health Risk Assessment & Health Assessment
  Scripps health center offers executive health risk assessments and other health assessment services.

• The Journey to Wild Divine
  Unique interactive computer adventure game combining ancient breathing and meditation practices with modern biofeedback technology for total mind-body wellness. Progress through the Realm using the power of your thoughts, feelings, breath and awareness.

• MedlinePlus Health Topics
  Extensive links to web resources on over 650 topics on medical conditions, diseases, wellness and drugs, from the U.S. National Library of Medicine.

• Mind/Body Medical Institute
  Dr. Herbert Benson’s Harvard-based Institute with resources on health, wellness, stress management, nutrition, men’s and women’s health.

• National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine
  National Institute of Health website on integrative medicine with information about research on alternative medicine treatments.

• Nutrition Navigator
  A rating guide to nutrition websites sponsored by the Tufts University School of Nutrition Science.

• Your Health is Your Business
  Health promotion and wellness portal site with links to health news, research, health periodicals, specific health topics, health organizations, and more.

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• Imago Relationships International
  National organization of therapists who specialize in treating couples using Imago Relationship Therapy, co-created by Harville Hendrix, Ph.D. and Helen LaKelly Hunt, Ph.D. Their books on Imago Relationship Therapy have sold over two million copies, and have been translated into more than fifty languages.

• Marriage Mythology
  “When the reality of marriage doesn’t meet our expectations, we tend to blame reality.”

• Passionate Marriage
  Wellness-based approaches to intimacy, sex, and relationships, from the Marriage and Family Health Center. Library of articles on the Passionate Marriage approach.

• Progoff Intensive Journal Program
  Organizational website describing work of Ira Progoff, Ph.D., creator of the Intensive Journal Program. Bibliography, articles and resources.

• Belleruth Naperstak’s Guided Meditations
  Guided imagery meditations for wellness, coping with illness, chronic pain, grief. Links to further resources in mind-body healing.

• Guided Meditations for Relaxation, Stress Reduction and Self-Esteem
  Heart-opening meditations with musical accompaniment for relaxation, stress relief, dealing with insomnia, chronic pain, and building self-esteem.

• Instruction in Meditation
  Online meditation room with meditation instruction and brief guided meditation audios

• Vipassana Meditation
  Extensive description of the theory and practice of Vipassana meditation.

• Wildmind Buddhist Meditation
  Large website with resources on Buddhist approaches to meditation.

• Yoga Journal on Meditation
  Collected articles on meditation from the Yoga Journal; the basics of meditation, the practice of meditation, and meditation in action.

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• American Coalition for Fathers and Children
  Advocacy organization dedicated “to the creation of a family law system, legislative system, and public awareness which promotes equal rights for ALL parties affected by divorce, and the breakup of a family or establishment of paternity.”

• Men’s Stuff: The National Men’s Resource
  Portal website for men’s issues on the Internet.

• Sexual Abuse of Males
  Rich source of information, resources, articles and books on the prevalence and the effects of sexual abuse on boys.

• Narcissistic Personality Disorder
  Informational website on NPD; articles, links, books and book reviews.

• About OCD
  The Obsessive-Compulsive Foundation’s large website with information on symptoms, treatment, medication, a screening test, articles, books and other resources.

• Again and Again: Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder Web Sites
  Portal directory of Internet sites and resources devoted to OCD.

• National Institute of Mental Health Library on Anxiety Disorders and Their Treatment
  Thorough discussion of symptoms and treatment of Generalized Anxiety Disorder; Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder; Panic Disorder; Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder; and Social Phobia.

• Adolescence Directory OnLine (ADOL)
  An electronic guide to information on adolescence issues, sponsored by the Center for Adolescent Studies at Indiana University.

• Cambridge Center for Behavioral Studies
  Includes large section on Behavioral Approaches to Parenting, with articles and links to other resources.

• Parenthood.com
  Resources for parents, from conception through school-age children. Links and articles.

• TeensHealth
  Sponsored by the Nemours Foundation, an excellent health and educational resource for teens.

• Tufts University Child and Family Webguide
  Extensive portal site linking to professionally-reviewed sites on many parenting topics, organized by age of child.

• Zero to Three, National Center for Infants, Toddlers and Families
  Major resource for parents of young children. Articles, books, resources and links. Extensive index – “Parenting A-Z”.

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• Authentic Happiness
  Self-assessment tools, theory and practice of Positive Psychology.

• Infinite Possibilities: The Art of Living Your Dreams
  Mike Dooley’s inspiring audio program, a playful yet philosophical approach that challenges you to allow imagination, belief and expectation to lead you to success.

• Positive Psychology Center
  Martin Seligman’s institute at the University of Pennsylvania focusing on research and education about Positive Psychology. Extensive resources and links to related sites.

• Totally Unique Thoughts
  Daily personalized email affirmations written from the perspective of The Universe, revealing the magic of possibility in the here and now.

• Articles on Trauma and PTSD
  Articles and information from the Sidran Foundation on trauma, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, dissociation, Dissociative Identity Disorder, treatment issues, self-care and trauma and memory.

• David Baldwin’s Trauma Information Pages
  Focusing on emotional trauma and traumatic stress following individual traumatic experiences, or large-scale disaster. Articles, resources, books, book reviews for lay persons and professionals.

• National Center for PTSD
  Sponsored by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Fact sheets, articles and online resources on topics related to traumatic stress. FAQs, PTSD assessment, 9-11 and Iraq War data. National Center for PTSD Publications.

• National Institute of Mental Health Library on Anxiety Disorders and Their Treatment
  Thorough discussion of symptoms and treatment of Generalized Anxiety Disorder; Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder; Panic Disorder; Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder; and Social Phobia.

• Trauma and Healing
  Trauma transformation: moving forward with trauma healing. Learning to heal physical, emotional, sexual traumas. Articles and book reviews.

• The Trauma Center
  The Trauma Center's mission is to help trauma survivors re-establish a sense of safety and predictability in the world, and to provide them with state-of-the-art therapeutic care during the process of reconstructing their lives.

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• The Enlightened Millionaire
  Success-oriented website dedicated to mentoring entrepreneurs who are committed to sharing the wealth they create. Robert G. Allen (How to Buy Real Estate with Nothing Down) and Mark Victor Hansen (Chicken Soup for the Soul) created this program to pass on realistic wealth-building skills and information as well as to exemplify civic-minded philanthropy.

• Life Energy Alignment Process
  Emotional healing and positive change through vibrational medicine.

• Infinite Possibilities: The Art of Living Your Dreams
  Mike Dooley’s inspiring audio program, a playful yet philosophical approach that challenges you to allow imagination, belief and expectation to lead you to success.

• Nightingale-Conant
  Extensive line of audio programs featuring well-known authors. Personal Development, Business Strategy, Wealth Building, Mind and Body, and Spiritual Growth.

• The Prosperity Partnership
  Founder Elyse Killoran’s website promotes "the act of conscious co-credation with Spirit in harmony with universal laws . . . to enhance personal creative power." She offers empowerment tools including an interactive online prosperity game. Resources, community, encouragement, coaching, classes and mentorship programs.

• Totally Unique Thoughts
  Daily personalized email affirmations written from the perspective of The Universe, revealing the magic of possibility in the here and now.

• Child Sexual Abuse: Facts for Families
  American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry fact sheet for parents.

• Resources for Victims of Sexual Abuse
  Stephen Braveman, M.A. L.M.F.T.’s website with many informational articles, resources and links on healing from sexual abuse.

• Sexual Abuse of Males
  Rich source of information, resources, articles and books on the prevalence and the effects of sexual abuse on boys.

• Survivors of Incest Anonymous
  Online resource for survivors of childhood sexual abuse, based on a 12-step model.

• Trauma and Healing
  Trauma transformation: moving forward with trauma healing. Learning to heal physical, emotional, sexual traumas. Articles and book reviews.

• The Trauma Center
  The Trauma Center's mission is to help trauma survivors re-establish a sense of safety and predictability in the world, and to provide them with state-of-the-art therapeutic care during the process of reconstructing their lives.

• Understanding Child Sexual Abuse
  Articles on education, prevention and recovery from the American Psychological Association.

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• Institute for the Study of Human Resilience
  Dedicated to improving the healing process for people facing significant life challenges (such as serious illness, trauma, disability, or disadvantage); believing they are resilient and can significantly improve when they have access to knowledge, self-help resources, skilled professionals, sustaining environments, and social justice.

• Resilience.net
  Information to help children and families overcome adversities. Extensive resources, links and bibliographies.

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• Assertiveness Tip Sheet
  Succinct guide to assertive behavior, from Tufts University Organizational Development and Training.

• Better Self-Esteem
  University of Texas Counseling Center topics on self-esteem.

• Guided Meditations for Relaxation, Stress Reduction and Self-Esteem
  Heart-opening meditations with musical accompaniment for relaxation, stress relief, dealing with insomnia, chronic pain, and building self-esteem.

• Self-Esteem – What Is It?
  Topics on Self-Esteem from The Positive Way: self-esteem questionnaire, stopping your inner critic, tools to build self-esteem.

• Strategies for Building Self-Esteem
  A dozen helpful strategies from the University of Texas Learning Center.

• Celebrating our Sexualities
  “Lovemaking, which means surrendering to the Love that energizes the universe and casts our egotism into ecstatic emptiness, is the essence of spiritual practice. It is our sacred calling.” Excerpted from his book The Way of the BodyPrayerPath: Erotic Freedom and Spiritual Enlightenment

• American Social Health Association
  Facts and answers about STDs.

• Harry Benjamin International Gender Dysphoria Association, Inc.
  International professional organization devoted to the understanding and treatment of gender identity disorders. Clinical guidelines and resources for diagnosis and treatment of gender dysphoria.

• Sex Therapy and Tantric Sexuality Education
  Information and resources on Sex Therapy and Tantric Sexuality Education.

• Sexual Health Network
  The Sexual Health Network is dedicated to providing easy access to sexuality information, education, mutual support, counseling, therapy, healthcare, products and other resources for people with disabilities, illness, or natural changes throughout the lifecycle and those who love them or care for them.

• Society for the Advancement of Sexual Health
  Resources on sexual addiction treatment for the public and healthcare professionals.

• The Women’s Sexual Health Foundation
  Educational website offering a multidisciplinary approach to the treatment of sexual health issues. Resources for both the lay public and healthcare professionals.

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• Bisexual Resource Center
  Comprehensive resource for information on bisexual lifestyles, bi-related events, books, videos, recordings.

• Coalition for Positive Sexuality
  Candid sex education materials for teens provided by not-for-profit, activist organization.

• The Electronic Journal of Human Sexuality
  Peer-reviewed research articles on sexuality; articles of general interest on sexuality; book, movie and media reviews. From the Institute for the Advanced Study of Human Sexuality.

• Go Ask Alice
  Question and answer Internet service addressing sexuality and health-related issues, developed by Columbia University’s Health Education Program.

• Institute for the Advanced Study of Human Sexuality
  San Francisco-based private institute offering courses of study leading to advanced degrees in Sexology, Human Sexuality, and Public Health.

• The Kinsey Institute
  Pioneering sexological research institute, located at Indiana University.

• Midwest Institute of Sexology
  Dr. Barnaby Barratt’s website with informational articles on many aspects of sexuality and sexual health.

• Planned Parenthood
  Sexuality education resources.

• Sex and Aging
  Article on sexuality and aging; resources.

• Sex, etc.
  Sexuality education and information site written by and for teens, sponsored by Rutgers University. Google "sex" and it's number one.

• Embodied Sexuality
  Amy Stapleford, M.Ed., Sex Educator, Coach and Activist, writes this interesting and useful blog about sexual embodiment as a practice of authenticity, self-acceptance, and awareness.

• Sexuality Information and Education Council of the United States
  The national voice for sexuality education, sexual health and sexual rights for over 40 years

• Society for Human Sexuality
  Positive sexuality educational organization dedicated to further understanding and appreciation for the many forms of adult intimate relationships and consensual sexual expression. Articles, books, links and resources.

• Woman Spirit: Connecting Sexuality and Spirituality
  Resources on sexuality and spirituality for women by Gina Ogden, author of Women Who Love Sex.

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• National Institute of Mental Health Library on Anxiety Disorders and Their Treatment
  Thorough discussion of symptoms and treatment of Generalized Anxiety Disorder; Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder; Panic Disorder; Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder; and Social Phobia.

• The Shyness Home Page: An Index to Resources for Shyness
  An Index to resources for shyness, sponsored by The Shyness Institute, Palo Alto.

• John Templeton Foundation
  The Foundation pursues “new insights at the boundary between theology and science.” The Templeton Prize is awarded each year to a living person to encourage and honor those who advance spiritual matters.

• Infinite Possibilities: The Art of Living Your Dreams
  Mike Dooley’s inspiring audio program, a playful yet philosophical approach that challenges you to allow imagination, belief and expectation to lead you to success.

• Nightingale-Conant
  Extensive line of audio programs featuring well-known authors. Personal Development, Business Strategy, Wealth Building, Mind and Body, and Spiritual Growth.

• On Spiritual Authority, by John Welwood, Ph.D.
  “The false prophet and the genuine spiritual master both undermine the habitual patterns of self. Yet one does this in a way that creates bondage, while the other does it in a way that promotes liberatio