Stephen Aronson

A connecting thread is woven through three seemingly separate levels of interlocking dimensions of existence into a pattern which we call The Universe ... the Macrocosmos of Outer Space ... the Microcosmos of Inner Space ... cells, molecules, atoms, subatomic particles ... and the third ... the Human Mind which can conceptualize and study the cosmoses outside and within itself ... three worlds blended into One. This series of essays represents perspectives from the author's half-century in the study of psychotherapy and spiritual exploration. He suggests that the energy we call consciousness is an inherent aspect of the Universe, the instrument through which the deepest understandings can be experienced. Since we are the vehicles through which that energy of consciousness is expressed, we ourselves, represent the greatest mystery of all.

A connecting thread is woven through three seemingly separate levels of interlocking dimensions of existence into a pattern which we call The Universe ... the Macrocosmos of Outer Space ... the Microcosmos of Inner Space ... cells, molecules, atoms, subatomic particles ... and the third ... the Human Mind which can conceptualize and study the cosmoses outside and within itself ... three worlds blended into One. This series of essays represents per-spectives from the author's half-century in the study of psycho-therapy and spiritual exploration. He suggests that the energy we call consciousness is an inherent aspect of the Universe, the instrument through which the deepest understandings can be experienced. Since we are the vehicles through which that energy of consciousness is expressed, we ourselves, represent the greatest mystery of all.

This book examines the burning existential questions of meaning and the mystery of consciousness from a scientific and psychological perspective. It is authored by a seasoned psychotherapist, whose career was inspired both by the famed analyst C. G. Jung and the mystic G. I Gurdjieff. However it does not have the character of scientific discourse-it is more a personal odyssey through the author's world, stretching back to his earliest years, spanning his professional career and dipping into the recent events of his life. It is peppered with compelling personal experiences, psychological insights and spiritual discoveries. It draws a map of the invisible reality that governs our lives, shapes our nature and perhaps determines our fate. The author does not regard Science and Spirituality as conflicting perspectives, but as complementary views of a common reality, each looking at different sides of the same equation. He has no doubt that the two can be reconciled by direct experience of a higher quality of awareness-one which can look simultaneously towards the World without and the World within. In his words, "Moving in this direction can lead to an experience of oneself as part of the Universe, and the Universe as a reflection of oneself. When this happens, there may appear a profound sense of participation in the mystery of existence through a Consciousness that seeks to know Itself and Its purpose in existing."

Stephen Aronson examines existential questions from a perspective that embraces both his experience as a Jungian therapist and his understanding of the Gurdjieff Work.

This book is the first of its kind to discuss in detail the actual management of local animal control programs as opposed to the care of the animals. The book covers those financial, personnel, legal and health and safety issues that animal control directors and management staff need to know in providing direction and oversight of animal control programs. Chapters examine selected topics in which the author assesses the strengths and weaknesses, offers new insights and strategies for managing more effectively. For example, the two chapters on contracting, discuss the steps in the process, strategies, and suggested provisions in the written agreement to make the program more effective. The animal law chapters explain the basis for the laws, but also highlight those provisions that if enacted into law, can strengthen enforcement options. The chapter on budget and revenues explains funding variations among programs and how local officials have been creative in financing these programs. Subjects addressed in this book include many recently recognized as vital to the management of animal control programs. They include: need for websites, use of program evaluations, and the value of forms, records and reports. In addition, the author discusses and assesses from a new perspective: interacting with the public and the media, liability issues, wildlife problems, and the politics of animal control.