Fundamentals of Therapy

Fundamentals of Therapy is a book written by Rudolf Steiner, a renowned philosopher, and founder of Anthroposophy. The book is a comprehensive guide to the principles and practices of therapy, as viewed through an anthroposophical lens. The book covers a wide range of topics related to therapy, including the nature of illness, the role of the therapist, and the various methods and techniques used in therapy.Steiner begins the book by exploring the fundamental principles of anthroposophy, including the concept of the human being as a threefold entity consisting of body, soul, and spirit. He then goes on to discuss the nature of illness, arguing that it is not simply a physical phenomenon but is also rooted in the soul and spirit. Steiner emphasizes the importance of understanding the whole person in the therapeutic process, rather than simply treating symptoms.The book also covers a variety of therapeutic methods and techniques, including massage, hydrotherapy, eurythmy, and art therapy. Steiner provides detailed instructions for each of these methods, as well as insights into their underlying principles and how they can be used to promote healing.Overall, Fundamentals of Therapy is an essential resource for anyone interested in the principles and practices of therapy from an anthroposophical perspective. Steiner's insights and guidance offer a unique and holistic approach to healing that is both practical and deeply insightful.1925. This volume discusses an extension of the art of healing through spiritual knowledge. The authors had no thought of underrating the scientific medicine of their time. Their aim was to supplement the science already in existence by the illumination that can flow, from a true knowledge of the spirit, toward a living grasp of the processes of illness and of healing. Their purpose was to bring into new life, not the instinctive habit of the soul which still existed in the mysteries of ancient time, but a method of research corresponding to the fully evolved consciousness of modern man, which can be lifted into spiritual regions.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.