
Shadow Work
Nikita Datar(Author)
Nikita Datar (Publisher)
Published on 9. May 2026
Book
Paperback/Softback
380 pages
979-8-235-16788-9 (ISBN)
Description
A Definitive Synthesis of Modern Science and Depth Psychology.
In Shadow Work, bestselling author Nikita Datar provides a rigorous and transformative exploration into the parts of the human experience that have been exiled, suppressed, and hidden from view. While many resources offer simple journaling prompts, this complete guide bridges the gap between clinical evidence and spiritual practice, offering a biological and psychological roadmap to wholeness.
Drawing on the intersections of Internal Family Systems (IFS), Polyvagal Theory, and Neurobiology, Datar moves the conversation of "Shadow Work" out of the abstract and into the nervous system. This 378-page volume serves as both a theoretical foundation and a practical manual for anyone seeking to reconcile their split architecture and reclaim their creative vitality.
Key features of this comprehensive guide include:
¿ The Science of Suppression: An in-depth look at how the shadow is encoded in our cells and the long-term biological cost of maintaining a "split" self.
¿ Advanced Psychological Frameworks: Practical applications of Jungian analysis and somatic tracking to navigate complex internal landscapes.
¿ The Somatic Archive: How to identify and heal the physical manifestations of the shadow within the body's cardiovascular and digestive systems.
¿ The Path to Integration: Step-by-step guidance on moving from "performance-based living" to an earned wholeness that includes every part of your being.
Whether you are a mental health professional seeking to integrate somatic practices or an individual dedicated to deep personal growth, Shadow Work offers the clarity and depth required to meet your darkness and emerge with your light intact.
"You are not late to this meeting. You are exactly on time."
More details
Language
English
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Dimensions
Height: 229 mm
Width: 152 mm
Thickness: 21 mm
Weight
549 gr
ISBN-13
979-8-235-16788-9 (9798235167889)
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