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Calling My Spirit Back
Elaine Alec
Calling My Spirit Back is a memoir and spiritual exploration by Elaine Alec, detailing her profound journey of reconnecting with her Indigenous heritage and authentic self. The premise revolves around Alec's deliberate efforts to reclaim her spiritual connection and ancestral voice, which have been fractured by the impacts of colonization and inherited trauma. Her narrative traces the path from a place of disconnection back to a state of wholeness, involving a deep dive into the wisdom of her ancestors and the foundational elements of her culture. The central figure is Alec herself, as she navigates the internal and external landscapes of her identity, guided by the presence of her lineage and the natural world. The book powerfully addresses themes of decolonization as a personal act of reclaiming agency and identity. It delves into the challenging but necessary process of healing from intergenerational trauma, highlighting the resilience required to overcome its lingering effects. Central to Alec's exploration is the re-establishment of a vital connection to Indigenous spiritual practices, ancestral lands, and traditional knowledge systems. Calling My Spirit Back is compelling due to its unvarnished honesty and vulnerability; Alec's voice is both strong and tender as she shares her quest for self-discovery and empowerment. It serves as an inspiring testament to the strength found in embracing one's roots and the enduring wisdom embedded within Indigenous cultures.
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Tomes & Tales
$8
1 copy
Publisher
Elaine Alec - Writer & Speaker
Pages
190
Format
PAPERBACK
ISBN-13
9780228830696
ISBN-10
0228830699
Language
English
Published
2020-06-27
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