{"product_id":"influence-of-childhood-experiences-on-adaku-helen-ogbuji-ccvi-9798888702765","title":"Influence of Childhood Experiences on Faith Development: A Journey toward Wholeness","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis book examines how childhood experiences impact faith development in religious individuals. Drawing from semi-structured interviews with 80 consecrated persons, the book reveals that early experiences, whether positive or adverse, can deeply influence adult behavior, especially in religious life. Guided by theories like Erik Erikson's psychosocial development and James Fowler's faith development, Ogbuji explores how formative experiences shape adult attitudes toward faith, relationships, and authority.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe book highlights challenges faced by consecrated persons, including lingering effects of childhood trauma, which can manifest as emotional instability, attachment issues, or even aggressive behavior in community settings. Ogbuji advocates for a holistic formation process, suggesting that therapeutic interventions and ongoing psychological and spiritual support can help religious individuals achieve wholeness. She also calls for well-trained formators who understand the complex emotional needs of candidates.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUltimately, the book emphasizes the importance of addressing personal histories to foster emotional and spiritual maturity, creating healthier, more joyful communities. The work serves as a valuable resource for religious formators, superiors, and all those interested in understanding how early life influences vocational development and overall well-being in religious life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Adaku Helen Ogbuji CCVI\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798888702765\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e En Route Books \u0026amp; Media\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 11\/15\/2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 198\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.60lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.42d","brand":"Adaku Helen Ogbuji CCVI","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48241885872383,"sku":"9798888702765","price":14.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_aef82da2-fef7-4cd7-af2f-c1bda3f7c3cb.jpg?v=1772656375","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/influence-of-childhood-experiences-on-adaku-helen-ogbuji-ccvi-9798888702765","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}