Tales That Heal - by Claudine Bernardes

The work “Contos que curam” uses the simplicity of symbolic language for personal development in a playful, ethical and light way. Whenever we talk about tales, whether about fairies or in general, there is the thought of entertaining and amusing children. However, these stories are more than an instrument of entertainment, they are capable of helping human development and proof of this is the work “Contos que curam”, published by Literare Books International. The book brings together studies, stories and workshops from a group of experts to present the meanings and messages that stories convey, both to the conscious and unconscious mind. As the narratives unfold, they give space to consciousness, showing the ways to satisfy needs and desires, according to the demands of the ego and superego. In other words, a true inner transformation occurs, which ends up transcending the individual's entire life. The reader will discover a valuable resource that hides behind the simplicity of the stories: symbolic language. Through it, it is possible to explain problems, stages or facts, which are directed to the human unconscious and suggest perspectives and alternatives. This way, children, teenagers and adults will be able to see their concerns and desires expressed. The public will understand that tales have at least five functions or uses that influence human life: 1. Magic: stimulating imagination and fantasy; 2. Playful: entertain and have fun; 3. Ethics: transmit moral teachings and identify values; 4. Spiritual: understanding of metaphysical and philosophical truths; 5. Therapeutics: finding references for life in characters and situations, in addition to guidance to understand the inner world and conflicts. These and other topics are addressed in the workshops included in the work, with psychopedagogical objectives. It is worth mentioning that, when working with stories, the professional must present them, allowing participants/listeners to express their opinions and preferences, without ever judging or questioning negatively. In the work, the reader will find relevant themes, such as: self-acceptance, self-knowledge, resilience, gratitude, reframing, empowerment, love, among others. All specially selected to work on human development and the regulation of emotions.