Beyond the initial training in how to do soul retrievals, the transformational information you find in this book was a direct gift to Maryphyllis by her primary spirit guides. The intention of it initially was for her own healing and spiritual growth. This was because there were no other humans who could help her attain the deep level of integration and transformation that her spirit guides said was needed. In fact, several people said that a soul retrieval doesn't need inner follow-up work, and that all a person needs to do is to just continue working on their issues. In the beginning Maryphyllis tried doing that but found herself becoming more deeply mired in the negativity of her soul parts. When she first set up her private practice she also witnessed how two of her clients treated their soul parts in an uncaring, thoughtless manner. It was clear to her that they did not fully grasp their soul parts' significance. This disturbed her so much that she felt compelled to write down what Spirit's guidance has been at each stage of the transformation process. As she applied Spirit's lessons in her life, she experienced greater wholeness, wonder, joy, peace and much less fear. These wonderful feelings created an even greater desire to share what she found. Her clients also encountered the same healing results, each in their own way, of course. Their experiences proved to her that the information she was given is universal in application. This book is here so that you too may benefit from Spirit's gifts. The first part describes the nature of the soul, soul loss and soul retrieval. The remainder is devoted to what the soul part needs when it returns to you, how to effectively and satisfyingly work with it, what to expect in the process and what pitfalls to avoid. Numerous stories from clients illustrate methods and out-comes. Methods are designed for use within the shamanic journey but can also be used in other trance forms. In the past I have read a couple of books and articles about shamanic practices and soul retrieval, and at one point I attended a shamanic journeying workshop. However, I never truly grasped the meaning of soul loss and soul retrieval until I read Maryphyllis Horn s book, TRANSFORMING THE SOUL. She has eloquently weaved together her personal story, other case studies, and in-depth descriptions and explanations of the process in a way that is engaging, understandable, and comprehensive to the reader. Those on a journey toward wholeness, as well as practitioners and healers, will find TRANSFORMING THE SOUL an essential tool to discovering and understanding how parts of our souls affect our own nurturing, our journey of healing, and our continued spiritual growth. --Karen Newton, Founder, Innerchange Magazine, Garner, NC Maryphyllis Horn's new book,Transforming The Soul, is user friendly because of the different methods offered. Her understanding of the process of transformation through soul retrieval provides a strong path to healing. --Cherry Lea, owner of Dancing Moon Bookstore, Raleigh, NC This is a great book and gives me continuing insights about the value of complete integration/transformation of the lost parts of the soul. We do different work, but the principles are sound. I love reading your book, Maryphyllis, because in my mind I see you all the time as if you were talking to me, and I remember how you have developed through the years and how you have changed due to this wonderful shamanic work. What an important contribution you are making. --Rev. Carol E. Beyer, Ph.D., Spiritual Counselor, Teacher, and student advisor at Sancta Sophia Seminary, Tahlequah, OK. Maryphyllis Horn's new book,Transforming The Soul, is user friendly because of the different methods offered. Her understanding of the process of transformation through soul retrieval provides a strong path to healing. --Cherry Lea, owner of Dancing Moon Bookstore, Raleigh, NC This is a great book and gives me continuing insights about the value of complete integration/transformation of the lost parts of the soul. We do different work, but the principles are sound. I love reading your book, Maryphyllis, because in my mind I see you all the time as if you were talking to me, and I remember how you have developed through the years and how you have changed due to this wonderful shamanic work. What an important contribution you are making. --Rev. Carol E. Beyer, Ph.D., Spiritual Counselor, Teacher, and student advisor at Sancta Sophia Seminary, Tahlequah, OK. Maryphyllis Educational Background Maryphyllis received her B.A. in music education from Gettysburg College, Pennsylvania, and her M.Ed. in music education from The Pennsylvania State University, PA. For 31 years she taught public high school award-winning choral music in New York State, South Carolina and New Mexico. During this time she began studying metaphysical and holistic topics, graduated from Connie Newton s Integrated Awareness program, became a Reiki practitio