{"product_id":"umoja-rising-chase-moore-9781662969751","title":"Umoja Rising: Decolonizing the Seven Layers of Self","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhat if the path to healing requires unlearning everything you've been taught about your own mind?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor generations, Western psychology has positioned itself as the ultimate authority on human consciousness-diagnosing, treating, and defining what it means to be mentally well. But for those with spirit-first worldviews, this framework often deepens disconnection rather than fostering true liberation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eUmoja Rising: Decolonizing the Seven Layers of Self\u003c\/em\u003e offers a radical alternative.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDrawing from West African spiritual traditions-particularly the Yoruba concept of Ori (divine consciousness)-and integrating cutting-edge insights from psychology and education, author and school psychologist Chase presents a transformative framework for mental liberation and spiritual literacy. This book dismantles psychology's role as political technology and reclaims ancient wisdom that prioritizes internal authority over external dependence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInside, you'll discover: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Seven Layers of Self and how to navigate them for genuine transformation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow to build spiritual literacy and discernment rooted in cultural sovereignty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhy traditional therapeutic models often fail spirit-first communities-and what to do instead\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePractical frameworks for educators, mental health professionals, and seekers committed to decolonization\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTools for recognizing and resisting systemic oppression while cultivating abundance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eUmoja Rising\u003c\/em\u003e is not about adding African concepts to Western psychology-it's about liberating consciousness from colonial frameworks entirely. Whether you're a mental health professional seeking culturally sovereign approaches, an educator working with marginalized communities, or someone reclaiming your spiritual birthright, this book provides the foundation for authentic healing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's time to trust your own inner knowing. Your Ori has been waiting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Chase Moore\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1662969759\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781662969751\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Gatekeeper Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 01\/22\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 266\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.79lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.56d","brand":"Chase Moore","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48460326011135,"sku":"9781662969751","price":11.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_34c34134-dc5b-4a4e-8b5d-2c894860fb34.jpg?v=1777414014","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/umoja-rising-chase-moore-9781662969751","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}