Complementary therapies, healing and health Books

Book SynopsisDrawing on the writings of Nicholas Culpeper, the 17th-century herbalist, apothecary and astrologer, this updated, accessible introduction celebrates the holistic medical traditions of the West, and places Culpeper in his appropriate context as one of the forebears of modern holistic medicine and a prophet of the NHS. An extensive new introduction to the work comments on the latest research and developments in the area.The book traces the development of the Western holistic medical tradition from its origins in the natural philosophy of Ancient Greece to the work of Culpeper himself. It describes and explains the relationship between the four elements, the four humours and the four constitutional types: sanguine, choleric, melancholic and phlegmatic, as well as explaining the functional relationships of organs and body systems. The book explores the interconnectedness of psyche (mind) and soma (body) and includes a section on herbal medicine and therapeutics with a study of 20 common herbs, dietary suggestions and uses for culinary herbs. It also provides accessible information on astrology and the importance of the horoscope for holistic patient assessment. The book looks at the holistic approach to the preservation of health and prevention of disease, with explanations of the various disease states, their humoral medical diagnosis and treatment.An authoritative insight into the expanding world of holistic medicine, this book is an indispensable resource for medical herbalists, students of herbal medicine and all those interested in Western holistic medicine and its origins.Trade ReviewSixteen years after publication of the first edition, this book remains almost unique in its field. It is an essential text for all those interested in the epistemology of Western herbal-ism. Many readers may not be ready to accompany Tobyn all the way into medical astrology. Nevertheless, this new edition will inspire others with its mission of interpreting historical Western medical practice for modern practitioners. -- Journal of Herbal MedicineThis book presents an invaluable account of the principles and practice of the renowned 17th century herbalist and astrologer Nicolas Culpeper. Graeme Tobyn has masterfully encapsulated and interpreted the philosophies and empirical knowledge preserved within Culpeper's writings which are still highly relevant to modern herbalism. Whether you are a scholar of herbal medicine or are just interested in herbs or traditional medical practice, this book is a must read. -- Dr Julie Whitehouse, Principal Lecturer of Herbal Medicine, School of Life Sciences, University of WestminsterThe book contains a depth of information and wisdom that makes it a minefield of forgotten knowledge... There are tables and illustrations of astrological charts an photographs. The writing style and font is easy to read and the topics are organised into clear sections... The author, Graeme Tobyn (...) has been practicing medical herbalist for over two decades. he lectures internationally and is a member of the Editorial Board of the Journal of Herbal Medicine.... the book traces the development of the Western holistic medical tradition from its origins... Overall, this book provides a useful source for those practitioners of herbal medicine, astrology and homeopathy who have the curiosity to seek a deeper understanding of their patients. -- Myriam Shivadikar MARH * Homeopathy in practice *Table of ContentsIntroduction to the New Edition. Part 1. A Student of Physick and Astrology: The Life and Death of Nicholas Culpeper (1616-1654). Part 2. Western Holistic Medicine. Section 1. The Seven Natural Things and the Constitutional Basis of Medicine. Section 2. The Preservation of Health and the Prevention of Disease. Part 3. As Above, So Below: Astrology, Medicine and Hermetic Philosophy. Part 4. The English Physician: Herbal Medicine and Therapeutics. Appendices. The Natal Horoscope of Nicholas Culpeper. The Horoscope of 1651. Notes. Glossary. Useful Addresses. Index.

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Book SynopsisBach flower remedies are natural medicines derived from flowers that have the power to bring balance back into our lives. This concise introduction is designed to help you start using the remedies for yourself. The book covers the nature and history of Dr Bach's famous system, with many case histories and examples to illustrate how it works. A complete list of remedies is included, along with useful information about how they are made, and a full description of the emotional states that they can help. There are also clear instructions describing how to select and take remedies as well as information on finding a good practitioner. This practical and accessible guide is ideal for anyone interested in using Bach remedies. Students and practitioners will also find it to be a useful reference, and a perfect introduction to recommend to clients.Trade ReviewThis is another in a series of highly-informative and enlightening books from the folk at Singing Dragon. In this one, author Stefan Ball explains the principles behind Bach Flower remedies - how they work and what they can do for you. Many of us have used these remedies without fully understanding how they work but Ball - a Director at the Bach Centre in the UK - explains and elucidates the mysteries of these wonderful flower remedies. -- All Things HealingStefan Ball has produced an easy read that will allow any Back Flower Remedy novice to acquire all the need to know principles of the subject. This book will enlighten any reader on current Western practices, detailing the advantages and the disadvantages, whilst giving yu an alternative solution, which will conquer issues that were previously thought to be only treated by drugs... For anyone looking for an alternative method of treatment, this book could be for them. Back Flower Remedies illustrates the holistic approach to healing, allowing you to heal yourself, not just the disease. -- The Association of Natural Medicines LimitedIf it is the simple things in life which bring the greatest pleasure and biggest insights, then Bach flower remedies are the perfect fit. With an informative, accessible and pragmatic touch, Stefan Ball introduces Dr Bach's remarkable and simple system of healing, and how you can choose and use remedies as an integral part of good health care. For decades I've heard many stories from delegates and clients of how the Bach remedies were a catalyst in their lives. Reading this book will open the door to personal insight and new potential. Enjoy! -- Lynn Macwhinnie MSc., FBACP., FAC., Leading International Bach Training Consultant and Bach Foundation Registered PractitionerThe Bach system has grown extremely popular with thousands of remedy users and complementary and alternative medicine practitioners. This book is a useful introduction to this modality. It contains concise descriptions of the materia medica developed by Doctor Edward Bach, interesting accounts which illustrate the practical use of remedies, and many useful tips and suggestions. -- Igor Pietkiewicz PhD, Head of Centrum Terapii Bacha (Bach Therapy Centre), PolandTable of ContentsAcknowledgements. Introduction. 1. Where do Bach Flower Remedies come from? 2. Who uses Bach Flower Remedies? 3. How do Bach Flower Remedies work? 4. The Remedies. 5. How do we select the right Remedies? 6. How do we take Remedies? 7. How can we help others? 8. What do we do if we get stuck?

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Book SynopsisFocussing specifically on reflexology of the hands, this book covers all the information needed for effective practice, increased understanding of theory, and skill development. Fully illustrated with photographs and diagrams, expert author Nicola Hall describes the positions and functions of the reflex areas in each hand, and covers the basics of body and hand anatomy. She introduces a wide range of techniques and explains how they relate to each reflex area, as well as exploring which reflex areas to target in order to treat common conditions and disorders. In addition to basic hand reflexology, other traditions are described, including Meridian therapy, Korean Hand Reflexology, Vertical Hand Reflexology, Synergetic Reflexology and Nail Reflexology, giving practitioners and students a complete overview of the modality.Trade ReviewThere are still very few good books on hand reflexology as a treatment in its own right. Nicola Hall's book fills this gap admirably and is a must have. -- Mariette Lobo, Body in Balance Training at mariettelobo.comNicola Hall has produced a concise practical guide to hand reflexology. This text provides an invaluable resource for practitioners, which offers a synopsis of the history and practice of reflexology and provides an overview of the necessary background conditions often encountered. It includes clear pictorial demonstration of hand positioning and application and embraces and synthesises new techniques offered by Lynne Booth, utilising Vertical Reflex Therapy (VRT). -- Sally Price BSc (Hons) MSc MBRA, Senior Lecturer in Health & Wellbeing, University of WolverhamptonAs a highly respected practitioner and advocate for complementary medicine, Nicola Hall is one of the most influential experts in the world of reflexology. Having benefited from her gentle but effective treatment of a long-standing sports injury, I can thoroughly recommend her deep knowledge and passion for her subject. These emerge in her vividly-written, thought-provoking book, which makes clear how hand reflexology, though less widely used than treatments of the feet, has a highly effective role to play in treating and alleviating a variety of conditions. Although aimed at the practitioner, the book is full of insights that will fascinate the general reader and help to strip away some of the myths and misapprehensions surrounding this ancient and accessible therapy. -- Sally Jones, Journalist and BroadcasterThis book will most certainly enhance the reader's practical technique and theoretical understanding of 'Hand Reflexology' and it will inspire the practitioner to feature hand reflexology as an additional tool to be used within their treatment sessions or as a stand alone treatment. -- Diane Morgan * British Reflexology Association, Footprints *I really enjoyed the book. It is well written and easy to read and explains the practice of giving a hand reflexology treatment, underpinned with detailed information about the anatomy of the hand and its relation to the treatment. The photographed sections showing the order of treatment, hand holds and techniques were very helpful and will allow readers to see exactly what they need to do to perform a treatment. -- Janice Figgest, MFHT * International Therapist *Table of ContentsForeword by Matthew Williams. 1. General Introduction to Reflexology. 2. History and Theory of Reflexology. 3. The Anatomy of the Hand. 4. The Reflex Areas of the Hands. 5. How to Give Reflexology Treatment to the Hands. 6. Common Conditions that Can Be Treated. 7. When to Use Reflexology and When Not To. 8. Conditions Affecting the Hands. 9. Different Approaches to Hand Reflexology. 10. Useful Addresses.

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Book Synopsis'The Feldenkrais Method is unique... I haven't found any other movement study that opens up such a rich and continuing area of enquiry' John Wright, from his Foreword Spontaneity, sensitivity, simplicity and flexibility in any situation are just some of the qualities that the Feldenkrais Method has inspired in performers around the world. It uses movement to enable you to feel, adapt and respond in new ways – not just in limited, habitual patterns – thereby increasing your physical, emotional and mental potential. Written by an experienced actor, theatre-maker and Feldenkrais practitioner, Feldenkrais for Actors leads you through a range of topics where using the Method can help, such as: Presence and Posture The Role of Tension Emotion, Character and Creativity Voice and Breath Injury and Anxiety Also included are dozens of exercises and lessons so that you can experience how the Method will help you in practice. Feldenkrais for Actors is the result of thirty years of study and experience of the Method, and the benefits it can bring. It is invaluable for actors at any stage of their career, as well as for singers, dancers, musicians, martial artists, athletes and more.Trade Review'A very readable, very practical book... makes a very passionate, detailed and accessible argument for how and why the Feldenkrais Method can be useful to an actor's continuing creative development' * Theatre, Dance and Performance Training *'An essential read… a useful guide to Feldenkrais and his work' * Word Matters - Journal of the Society of Teachers of Speech and Drama *

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Book SynopsisIn a world of non-stop stimulation at a break-neck pace, it’s never been so difficult to truly nurture our body and minds. We are constantly longing for the easiest and most efficient food tips and tricks to assimilate seamlessly into our erratic diets. But it simply does not have to be another struggle on top of an already hectic lifestyle – Nature’s Pharmacy, brimming with expert advice right at your fingertips, boasts a thorough expanse of natural remedies to help you recapture your best health and well-being. With a neatly straightforward ailment directory, each remedy offers safe and effective solutions to common sicknesses – from migraines to allergies and depression to cholesterol. Nature’s Pharmacy will turn your kitchen into a natural pharmacopeia, helping you to harness our ancestor’s age-old, tried-and-tested remedies and explore the health benefits of everyday ingredients such as raspberries, avocado, flaxseed and salmon. With informative introductions to 200 effective and inexpensive herbal medicines, traditional remedies and nurturing foods, self-care has never been so deliciously invigorating!

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Book SynopsisThis book is a translation of the original, in Dutch, brought about by the overwhelming demand of his English speaking students. Books have been written about herbs with a little astrology added, about outer planets with a little naturopathy added, and about the astrological symbolism of body parts and functions. But none of these books is really about classical medical astrology: practical diagnosis and treatment on the basis of charts. Medical astrology has always been an integral unity of astrological diagnosis and treatment based on the planetary positions. This integral and seamless unity is the central theme in this book, which picks up the thread of the great tradition which ended temporarily in seventeenth century England. It is now undergoing a revivial as modern astrologers rediscover the authenticity and value of the classical techniques.Trade ReviewClearly written, the book shows methods for diagnosis, prognosis and treatment. It is a simple book to follow and it allows virtually any astrologer who can read a chart to bring healing to themselves and others. It's a lovely practical book, but one that also gives insights into traditional techniques and philosophies. It gives greater depth than may be thought at first glance...if you are interested in classical medical astrology and wish to learn how you can apply it in a practical way to everyday life, then this is the book for you. John Green, The Astrological Journal, May/June 2010.

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Book SynopsisThe essential reference tool for every practising homoeopath, student of homoeopathy and interested patient.Homoeopathy is an extraordinarily powerful system of health care because of its ability to treat people on all three levels - body, mind and spirit. This guide shows how to treat a whole range of conditions and symptoms. It also addresses controversial subjects such as immunisation and the use of mind-altering drugs.

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Book SynopsisThe Alexander Technique Workbook is a step-by-step guide that has sold over 100,000 copies. An accessible guide; this book instructs then explains the theory behind a series of simple but effective exercises that will produce real results. Working from home has taken a strain on all of us in many ways; our social life, our mental health and also our postures. Our bodies have had to adapt to ‘the new normal’; makeshift desks at kitchen tables and skipping the commute means many of us don’t meet GOV.uk’s recommended 10,000 steps per day. More than ever, there is an increased demand for easy exercises that can be completed at home. The Alexander Technique is a simple method, developed at the turn of the century, to improve body movement in order to reduce physical and mental tension. The practical value of learning to use muscles efficiently has helped millions of people to relieve common ailments, grow their confidence and improve their general well-being. This reissue brings this 100-year-old discipline completely up-to-date.

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Book SynopsisIrène tells the remarkable story of the life of Irène Noah, including her teachings for good health. It is a compendium of wise words and expert advice from the woman who founded the Ark of Noah Trust, which has helped so many. The book includes life advice on breathing and relaxation techniques.

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Book SynopsisCrystals have been enchanting the lives of millions of people for thousands of years. These stunning rocks are one of nature?s most prized possessions, and we go above and beyond to unearth them. Whether you are enticed by their mysticism and interested in the metaphysical properties of the stones or simply enjoy the beauty they provide, The Complete Beginner?s Guide to Crystals is a comprehensive guide to the history, science and myths surrounding gemstones. Learn how to identify them, which shapes best suit your intended uses and how our ancestors harnessed their ancient wisdom in order to enrich their everyday lives. Plus, put your new found knowledge into practice by following our step-by-step instructions to enrich your own life ? from healing and self care rituals to gridding and spellwork.

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Book SynopsisShinrin Yoku: "taking in the forest atmosphere," the medicine of simply being in the forest, "forest bathing."This book offers guidelines for finding peace and replenishment in any space —from turning off your phone to seeking the irregularities in nature, which in turn can make us less critical of ourselves. It offers tips not only on being fully present and mindful while in the forest, but also on how to tap into that mindfulness at home—even if home is the busiest and most crowded of cities.Forest Bathing explains the traditional Japanese concepts that help readers understand and share in the benefits of the Japanese approach to forest bathing—a cornerstone of healing and health care in Japan. These concepts include: Yugen: Our living experience of the world around us that is so profound as to be beyond expression Komorebi: The interplay of leaves and sunlight Wabi sabi: Rejoicing in imperfection and impermanence From the healing properties of phytoncides (self-protective compounds emitted by plants) to the ways we can benefit from what forest spaces can teach us, this book discusses the history, science and philosophy behind this age-old therapeutic practice. Examples from the ancient Celts to Henry David Thoreau remind us of the ties between humankind and the natural world—ties that have become more and more elusive to Westerners.Trade Review"[A] fascinating book…If you're looking for something inspiring and applicable to read that will leave you feeling eager to connect with the plants, then check out this book!" -- Rachael Cohen, author of Infinite Succulent"Forest Bathing ties Japanese culture to the world while simultaneously showing us what is so unique about Japanese philosophy." --Books & Bao"I do feel this is a superb book, and one that I doubt will reach my bookshelf for some considerable time as I will keep reading it. So I do recommend that all acquire it!" --Shakkei, The Journal of the Japanese Garden Society of the UK

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Book SynopsisThe Maheshwara Sutra is the key teaching on sound consciousness in the Vedic tradition, given by Shiva over 2,200 years ago, after his iconic dance of destruction and creation. It is the clearest exposition of the world being created by sound vibration ever recorded. The Maheshwara Sutra was revealed by Shiva through his Drum. Each beat weaves the matrix of life, dynamically creating the universe and human being in 42 sound vibrations. Each sound unfolds the universal creative process, from the quantum field and Big Bang to the mind, breath, sexuality, chakras and all elements of creation. The Maheshwara Sutra is Shiva’s holographic Creation of Everything, the original yoga of sound. Its 42 Sound Keys create 42 vibrational shifts within you, which can align you into the quantum blueprint of creation. Shiva’s Hologram: The Maheshwara Sutra is a science of consciousness, a profound synthesis of Vedic and western wisdom and practices that articulates a path into wholeness through sound. Thorough and well researched, it explains the sounds that form your self, opening doors into using sound never revealed before. Shiva’s Hologram: The Maheshwara Sutra translates this ancient wisdom into contemporary relevance and practice through quantum physics, sacred geometry, the union of masculine and feminine Shiva-Shakti, and the wisdom of India’s greatest masters. Shiva’s Hologram is written for the beginner and advanced practitioner and reveals the yoga of the 42 sounds, their meanings and practical applications. Use the sounds for sound-healing and to resonate into the harmonious Blueprint of Creation: Create mantras to resonate every part of you into health and well-being: Use it for yoga, self-inquiry and to expand your consciousness in meditation. The deeper wisdom of the Maheshwara Sutra has been kept within the Saivite Indian lineage for millennia, and has not been released to the general public until now.

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Book SynopsisWho are shamans? What do they do? Healers. Masters of secret and sacred elements. But do we really know their stories? We hear about them from researchers, poets, ecologists and spiritualists, during an era in which re-establishing a conscious contact with our world is essential. This 50 card oracle deck depicts real Shamans (both famous and lesser known), sacred plants, animals, and the places that inspire them – all explained in an accompanying full coloured booklet.

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Book SynopsisThe Alexander Technique for Musicians is a unique guide for all musicians, providing a practical, informative approach to being a successful and comfortable performer. Perfect as an introduction to the Alexander Technique, or to supplement the reader''s lessons, the book looks at daily and last-minute practice, breathing, performance and performance anxiety, teacherpupil relationships, ensemble skills, and the application of the Alexander Technique to instrumental and vocal work. Complete with diagrams and photographs to aid the learning process, as well as step-by-step procedures and diary entries written by participating students, The Alexander Technique for Musicians gives tried-and-tested advice, drawn from the authors'' twenty-plus years of experience working with musicians, providing an essential handbook for musicians seeking the most from themselves and their art.Table of ContentsCollege/higher education; professional and scholarly; theory of music & musicology; musical instruments & instrumental ensembles; techniques of music/music tutorials.

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Book SynopsisIn a delightful study - originally comprising two separate booklets - the accomplished artist and teacher Gladys Mayer explains that colour is nothing other than the very substance of the soul. Just as the body is made up of mineral, water, air and warmth, so the soul is made up of colour. This is revealed in the emotions of sadness and joy and the many shades in between, as expressed in human language - for example: `seeing red', `rose-coloured spectacles' and `jaundiced view'. Mayer discusses the basis of colour theory and its methodology, and the importance of colour for everyday life and health. It is as fundamental to the soul as air is to the body. By increasing our awareness of the spiritual laws of colour, we can acquire a balanced and enriched life of soul. Thus, colour can become a healing force in life, enabling us to tackle the deadening, grey aspects of our mechanised civilisation. Based on the work of Rudolf Steiner, which she studied intensively for many years, Mayer offers an approach to colour that is of value to painters and artists, as well as to those interested in psychology, health and healing, spirituality and personal development.

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Book SynopsisThe Founder of the proven Foundation Training program takes his teaching to the next phase, showing us how to utilize our body?s built-in systems for healing and introducing a new program that offers a perpetual inner core of wellness and adaptability.Dr. Eric Goodman?s innovative approach to self-healing?Foundation Training?has helped athletes, first responders, celebrities, and regular folks around the world. The heart of Foundation Training is a unique form of biomechanics?a series of postures, poses, and movements designed to teach the body?s individual muscles to act within strong, flexible chains, shifting the burden of support away from sensitive joints.Foundations of Healthbuilds on this core program, going deep into its principles to help us understand how to maintain a healthy body, even when the mechanics eventually break down. Our bodies are built to heal themselves?without surgeries and prescriptive medications. The protocols expand on the original Foundation Training concepts, focusing on the endogenous cannabinoid stimulators?part of an extraordinary built-in endocannabinoid system that profoundly affects our central, enteric, and peripheral nervous systems and helps to regulate numerous responses in our body.Dr. Goodman explains the science behind the endogenous cannabinoid system and how it can be stimulated in natural and healthy ways, including heat, breath work, and movement?techniques that will help guide and maintain the state of balance the body needs to function optimally with stability and harmony. He recommends foods, herbs, and supplements likely to ease pain, lower stress, and boost mental and physical function. He addresses the notable medicinal benefits of CBD, THC, and the many terpenes associated with cannabis?s reputation for healing, and teaches how to be a smart consumer of cannabinoids.Foundations of Healthprovides a unique understanding and approach to healing that will forever change the way we think of our bodies and our physical health.Trade Review“The human body is amazing in its ability to heal itself, especially in stressful times. Eric expresses the importance of being curious about your physical conditions when presented, about how your body is reporting to you about the stress or situation. [In Foundations of Health] he helps us to dance with that stress…I encourage anyone who is interested in the connection between the mind, body, and healing to take a deep dive into Eric’s work and to dance the dance of self-healing.” — Jeff Bridges, actor, from the Foreword of Foundations of Health “The human body is designed to thrive against gravity—or else we tend to age rapidly and get injured. Foundation Training is the answer to my many years of research on the negative effects of sitting. It is a ticket to discovering a more vibrant, healthy life—no matter your age.” — Dr. Joan Vernikos, former director of NASA’s Life Sciences division and author of Sitting Kills, Moving Heals “Like so many people who have found relief with Foundation Training, I am grateful for the healing.” — Chris Hemsworth, actor “Foundation Training gave me my life back!” — Buckethead, musician

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Book SynopsisAstral Realms Crystal Oracle is a portal into the esoteric world of crystal healing and celestial influence. Captivating and symbolic imagery transports the reader to high-frequency realms, cultivating a deeper connection to source and self. An immersive companion guidebook gives insight into and understanding about crystalline energies and universal principles, acting as an energetic link between the physical and spiritual realms. Above all the guidebook was written with the intention of encouraging the reader to transform their perspective and elevate their tangible experience. A channel of insight from above and within, Astral Realms Crystal Oracle is a timeless and dimensionless tool that will speak to your soul, answering your questions and expanding your consciousness.

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Book Synopsis52 affirmations to help you start manifesting limitless abundance today.Being a Super Attractor means that what you believe is what you receive. This 52-card deck will inspire you to live a life filled with joy, grace, ease, and strength, and start manifesting your dreams into reality.Designed with beautiful watercolor illustrations by Micaela Ezra - who also created the artwork for Gabby''s best-selling The Universe Has Your Back cards - each of the 52 cards offers an inspiring mantra to support and guide you. Anytime you want guidance, simply shuffle the deck, choose a card, and have faith in the guidance you receive.These stunning cards will help you connect to the Universe, live in alignment with Spirit, get in the flow of wellbeing, and develop your own Super Attractor powers. Surrender to this awesome practice and watch the miracles unfold.Trade Review"Those of us who have no doubt that consciousness is the fundamental reality which conceives, constructs, governs, and becomes that which we call physical reality have no doubt that in every moment the world is a mirror of our inner state of being. This book explains with elegant simplicity and practical steps how you can be the author of your life story and manifest your deepest desires and cherished dreams."- Deepak Chopra, M.D."Gabrielle is the real thing. I respect her work immensely."- Dr. Wayne W. Dyer“One brilliant book that helped me out during lockdown is Gabrielle Bernstein’s Super Attractor. Oh my god, that book is game changing!”- Fearne Cotton

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Book SynopsisYou Can Heal Your Life' by Louise L. Hay explores the power of positive thinking in healing the body and mind. The book offers practical guidance on overcoming negative beliefs and achieving well-being. It has sold over 39 million copies worldwide and has been praised for its transformative impact on readers.

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Book SynopsisDomini Kemp and Patricia Daly, who have both come through cancer, have discovered a life-changing way of eating.In The Ketogenic Kitchen they share with you exciting nutritional developments, which reveal that a diet low in carbohydrates and high in fat, in conjunction with the treatment recommended by medical professionals, offers new hope in the support of and protection against many chronic illnesses.Whether you are facing treatment, going through recovery or simply want to choose food that can keep you in long-term optimal health, The Ketogenic Kitchen offers advice and delicious recipes that will aid weight loss and leave you with higher energy levels and glowing good health.

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Book SynopsisThe future of medicine - and the key to a healthier life - starts in your mouth Many common chronic conditions such as obesity, inflammation, stroke, diabetes, Alzheimer’s, heart disease, and cancer, amongst others, often have their origins in the mouth. In his groundbreaking new work It’s All in Your Mouth, German dentist Dr. Dominik Nischwitz presents the principles of ‘biological dentistry’, along with emerging scientific research on the mouth’s vital role in the body’s microbiome - a key to whole body wellness. It’s All in Your Mouth challenges the conventional dental wisdom that views teeth as separate from the rest of the body, and conventional dental practices that often cause more harm than good. You’ll discover: The latest research on the body’s microbiome and relationship to the mouth Critical information on the dangers of root canals and amalgam fillings The important role of nutrition in oral health and hygiene A clarion call for a new approach to dentistry Sensible, holistic, and humane, It’s All in Your Mouth offers a much-needed new approach to natural immunity to chronic disease, and integrating dental hygiene into whole body health.Trade Review“This is a much-needed book! Teeth are living organs, and their health is closely connected with the health of the whole body. Unhealthy gums, root canals, amalgam fillings, and other dental problems can cause severe degenerative conditions including any autoimmune disease, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue, multiple sclerosis, allergies, and digestive problems. We need wholistic dentistry more than ever today, and this book is written by a wholistic dentist. I warmly recommend this book!”—Dr. Natasha Campbell-McBride, author of Gut and Psychology Syndrome“Having grown up in a family in which my father and grandfather were both dentists, I must admit I wanted nothing to do with the subject. Unfortunately for me that meant I have spent most of my career choosing to ignore the profound connection between dental health and whole body health. The concise and informative book by Dr. Nischwitz showed me in very clear terms that this has been a mistake. Many things affect our overall health, but perhaps none are as important as the state of our teeth. I encourage everyone to read It’s All in Your Mouth and start putting Dr. Nischwitz’s ideas into action.”—Tom Cowan, MD, author of Cancer and the New Biology of Water“There’s been a huge shift in awareness about how to achieve optimal health, but many people still miss where it all begins: the mouth. It’s All in Your Mouth cleverly combines functional and naturopathic medicine with advanced dentistry. This book is biological dentistry at its absolute best.”—Tim Gray, biohacker; founder, Health Optimisation Summit“A fascinating exploration of the fundamental connection between the health of your mouth, overall well-being, and your ability to perform on and off the field. An essential for anyone looking to reach their performance potential!”—Dr. Marc Bubbs, ND, MSc, CISSN, CSCS, author of Peak

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Book SynopsisExplores the lifelong effects of prenatal and birth experiences

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Book SynopsisWritten as a go-at-your-own pace total healing guide, this book covers techniques, including Emotional Freedom Technique, subconscious release, chakra clearing, and more

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Book SynopsisExplores the Buddha’s own words on breathing meditation for healing, wholeness, and a deeper understanding of his teachings • Explains the complete series of steps in the Buddha’s Satipatthana Sutta for refining awareness of the breath, from posture and center of gravity to extending breath awareness beyond the nostrils, lungs, and abdomen to the entire body • Shows that stillness in meditation refers only to the mind, not to the body • Reveals breath to be a direct agent of healing for chronic tensions and an agitated mind Explaining how stillness in meditation refers not to a rigid and frozen body but to a quality of mind, Will Johnson examines the Buddha’s own words at the core of the Satipatthana Sutta: “As you breathe in, breathe in through the whole body; as you breathe out, breathe out through the whole body”--an instruction often overlooked in the majority of Buddhist schools. Exploring the Buddha’s complete series of steps for deepening awareness of the breath, he shows how to invite natural, responsive movement back into the posture of meditation by extending breath awareness beyond the nostrils, lungs, and abdomen to the entire body--a practice that unifies the breath, body, and mind into a single shared phenomenon. Showing how the flow of breath is directly affected by chronic tensions in the body and in the mind, Johnson explains that when breath starts flowing through more and more of the body, it becomes a direct agent of healing, massaging and melting any areas of tension it touches and moves through, whether physical or emotional. By breathing through the whole body in accordance with the Buddha’s instructions on breath, the body becomes much more comfortable, the mind starts resolving its addiction to thinking, and meditative practice deepens much more rapidly, allowing the teachings of the Buddha to be directly glimpsed and revealed.Trade Review“With simplicity and elegance, Will Johnson returns us to the original teachings of the Buddha on embodied spirituality, taking us deeper by teaching us a fuller and more subtle engagement with body and breath, leading directly to the expanse of liberation. This book will be treasured as a brilliant revelation of the spiritual possibilities of our own human mind.” * Reginald Ray, Ph.D., Buddhist teacher and author of Touching Enlightenment *“I love every word! Thank you so much for bringing forth such a succinct and glowingly accurate account of the central role that body wisdom, somatic experiencing, plays in the process of awakening. It is a ‘how to do it’ book for all of us on this road to realizing our true nature.” * Robert Hall, Buddhist teacher and cofounder of the Lomi School *“Breathing Through the Whole Body is a beautiful book, somewhat meditative in and of itself. It examines each part of the deepening, explaining things like why our spine needs to be straight and why we focus on the breath. The overall purpose isn’t to look good but to find that inner quietness and rooted balance that will ultimately bring forth whole body breathing.” * Tami Brady, TCM Reviews *“The book is written lovingly, offering compassionate explanations and poetically rendered practice exercises (Befriending Stillness, Drawing Down, The Breath of the Unfolding Fern). Very little effort is required to retrieve the gift that lies within its pages. It is a unique treasure.” * Anna Jedrziewski, Inannaworks.com *“Will Johnson encourages readers to put together their whole spirit and gain a more complete control over their mind, emotions, and body. With exercises both physical, mental, and spiritual, Breathing Through the Whole Body is a strongly recommended pick for spirituality and Buddhist studies collections.” * James A. Cox, Midwest Book Review *“The most profound healing gift of all is found within our very breath. Learn how the flow of breath is directly affected by chronic tensions in the body and in the mind. When breath starts flowing through more of the body, it becomes a direct agent of healing massaging and melting any areas of tension it touches. Experience the healing technique as taught 2500 years ago by the Buddha!” * What Women Must Know, October 2012 *Table of ContentsIntroduction Part One The Foundation of the Body 1 A Quiet Place 2 The Upright Spine 3 Center of Gravity 4 Solidity and Vibration 5 Stillness and Motion 6 Letting Go Part Two The Breath of Unending Motion 7 Into the Center 8 The Koan of Breathing Upright Spine Upside Down Broom The Moving Spine Befriending Stillness Feeling Presence Drawing Down The Breath of the Unfolding Fern Rocking the Pelvis Floating Shoulders, Sinking Hands Breathing the Six Directions 9 Calming the Body 10 Turning the Wheel About the Author Index

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Book SynopsisStart living a calmer, more balanced life with this all-in-one feng shui guide that explains the benefits that this energy healing technique can have on your mind, body, and spirit. Harness the ancient healing power of feng shui! Declutter your life, identify your qi, and reclaim your space with a brand-new perspective. Just by simply choosing specific colors and positioning your furniture in various places, you can take control of your space and your life. Feng shui is an ancient science involving the art of placement that can bring clarity to your life by showing you how to declutter your space and find the right energy flow that works to create a soothing environment and bring you joy. In The Little Book of Feng Shui, you can learn the basics of this practice, along with its history and how to balance and harmonize with the energies in any given space—in your home, workplace, or outdoor area. This beautiful and insightful book promotes healing through the choices you make for the spaces you inhabit and helps you learn how to heal yourself and live a happy, balanced life.Trade Review"Such a fun read." —Snazzy Little Things

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Book SynopsisThis handbook is an invaluable resource on the principles and practice of Yamamoto New Scalp Acupuncture (YNSA). This popular form of scalp acupuncture is used to treat a wealth of neurological conditions, and is very effective in stroke patients with pain and restricted mobility, providing relief from the symptoms. David Bomzon is an international expert on YNSA and he includes step-by-step explanations of points, points location, indications for needling, and clinical cases, all supported by line drawings and photographs. Uniquely, this book is written by an acupuncturist for acupuncturists, chiropractors and physical therapists, and the author clearly reconciles the theoretical needling points described by Yamamoto with actual needling points. Basic, sensory, brain, Y (epsilon) and cranial points are all covered, as well as instructions on applying YNSA in the clinic. The handbook also explains the benefits of combining YNSA treatment with Western medicine and physical therapy, making this essential reading for all practitioners looking to expand their knowledge of scalp acupuncture.Trade ReviewAfter numerous courses held by Prof. David Bomzon and Abraham Amir in our schools of the European Foundation of Traditional Chinese Medicine, we can affirm that it is a pride to have this Clinical Handbook of Yamamoto New Scalp Acupuncture, where everything Bomzon and Amir have shown and taught with passion and delicacy to all their students is synthesized, making known the new scalp acupuncture (YNSA) to help other professionals to treat neurological conditions not only effective but also immediate in apoplegic patients with pain and reduced mobility. -- The European Foundation of Traditional Chinese MedicineTable of Contents1. Introduction to YNSA (Yamamoto New Scalp Acupuncture)2. The Basic Points3. Brain Points and Sensory Organ Points4. Diagnostic Zones of the Basic and Brain Points5. The Ypsilon (Internal Organ and Channel) Points6. Cranial Nerve Points7. Diagnostic Zones of the Ypsilon and Cranial Nerve Points8. Additional Points and Somatotopies 9. Case Studies

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Book SynopsisA full-color, practical handbook on the bioenergetics of animal healing, with case studies to showcase the effects of vibrational medicine • 2020 Coalition of Visionary Resources Gold Award and Industry Choice and Peoples Choice Award • Reveals how to work with the energy fields, auras, and chakras of horses, cats, and dogs • Demonstrates how to use High Sense Perception (HSP) in relation to an animal, illustrating what happens in the energy fields of a human being and an animal when they connect telepathically • Details how zoopharmacognosy, or animal self-selection of remedies such as essential oils, can assist in promoting emotional release and physical healing Vibrational medicine offers a natural, effective, and hands-on response to animal ailments and disturbances. In the absence of a shared language of “words,” energetic healing can connect a human more closely to an animal while at the same time working on the physical body, the chakras, and the different layers of the animal’s aura or energy field. In this book, animal communicator and healer Diane Budd shares her intriguing journey, research, and experience of working with animals energetically. She explains how, together with a healer colleague, she set out to document the effects of animal communication and healing on the energy field of the animal and the communicator, which led to further in-depth research. Detailing her findings, she reveals how to work with the energy fields, auras, and chakras of horses, cats, and dogs as well as what benefits energetic healing work can offer to animals. Sharing many case studies from her healing practice, the author explores what High Sense Perception (HSP) reveals about the relationship between an animal and human and how to make sense of what you are receiving on an intuitive level. Full-color illustrations clearly show the energy field, the energy flow between animals’ chakras, and what happens in the energy fields of a human being and an animal when they connect telepathically. The illustrations also help guide you, step-by-step, through the use of the healing tools and practices described. The author explains how zoopharmacognosy--animal self-selection of remedies such as essential oils or herbs--can support emotional release and physical healing, not only for animals but for humans too. She details animal personality types and their soul evolvement levels and explores the influence of an animal’s past life on present-day issues, whether it be a past-life connection with the current owner or an issue the animal needs to work with in this present lifetime. Full of animal communication stories and ground-breaking research on animal energy fields, this book shows how, just as we humans are all here on this earthly plane to learn and grow, so are our animals.Trade Review"Throughout the book are delightful case studies of the animals she has worked with. Hearing of their experiences and thoughts is insightful and enjoyable to read while gaining a peek into their perception of the world. For those that want to try out animal communication, the last section has tons of great information on how to begin practicing and opening up to the amazing world of animals. Whether you are a healer or an animal lover, there’s plenty for everyone in this delightful book, Energy Medicine for Animals." * Amber Barnes, FacingNorth.net *Table of ContentsPreface Introduction1. Auras Horse Energy Fields or AuraFunctions of the Aura The Layers of the Auric FieldPhysical Level Emotional Level Mental Level Soul Level Soul Evolvement Personality LevelsPersonality Types Cat Energy Fields or Aura How Cats Communicate Dog Energy Fields or Aura How Dogs Communicate How Trauma Leaves the Body 2. Chakras The Major Horse Chakras Seeing or Sensing a Chakra The Changing Nature of Chakras 3. Color Color as Perceived by Animals Reading Colors in an Animal Thermal Imaging 4. Changes in the Energy Fields The Communication ProcessFirst Phase: Initial Connection - Animals First Phase: Initial Connection - Humans Second Phase: Active Communication Third Phase: HealingLetting Go and Letting God An Experiment 5. Essential Oils & Zoopharmacognosy What Are Essential Oils? Types of Oils The Effects of Essential Oils Aromatherapy vs Zoopharmacognosy Self-Selection Toxicity Healing with Essential Oils 6. High-Sense PerceptionLigamentsPMS Unhappy TummyArthritis Scar Tissue A Note on HoovesLaminitis Animal Healing Cancer 7. Past LivesPast Life Influences 8. Animals in Our Lives The Role of Animals in Our Lives 9. Animal Communication LoveEmpathyLearn to Relax Your MindTelepathy Emotions MeditationVisualizationAnimal Connection ExercisesTypes of TelepathyActual Communication Sensing an Animal’s Field Questioning TechniquesProblems with Connecting Stages of Development Working with Different Animals Animal Humor and Comments Conclusion Illustrations and Case Studies List of IllustrationsIllustration CreditsList of Case Studies Resources Acknowledgments About the Author

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Book SynopsisTackling mental-emotional health problems in young people from a Chinese medicine perspective, this book shows how a child's mental-emotional health is intrinsically connected with core elements of their everyday life. It suggests an approach to preventing and healing anxiety and depression that involves neither medication nor costs anything.Part One of the book explains Chinese medicine concepts related to mental-emotional health in a way that is accessible for those with no prior knowledge. It includes chapters on how to recognise a child's Five Element imbalance and how children of each element type need a different kind of nurture and lifestyle in order to remain mentally-emotionally healthy. Each chapter in Part Two examines a particular pillar of mental-emotional health such as connection, family life, emotions, and diet through a Chinese medicine lens. Each chapter is full of practical tips. Throughout, there is an emphasis on guiding parents and practitioners to discern what is right for a particular child, and that each child will need something different.Addressing childhood anxiety and depression using a unique, accessible, and practical perspective, Chinese Medicine for Childhood Anxiety and Depression is an invaluable book for practitioners and parents alike.Trade ReviewRebecca Avern clearly explains the root of emotional imbalances in children and how to effectively diagnose and treat a variety of disease patterns. Rebecca brilliantly shares her vast experience treating children and teenagers in her well organized and insightful text. I highly recommend this book for practitioners and laypeople interested in the subject. -- CT Holman, author of Treating Emotional Trauma with Chinese Medicine and Shamanism in Chinese MedicineThis is a wonderful book, and every parent and every practitioner should have a copy. Rebecca gives us a clear, easy-to-follow guide to anxiety and depression, showing how to recognise the different types, and what to do. Not just medicine, but all aspects of life. How do you get your teenager off their mobile phone? How do you get them to take enough exercise? The different types need different help, and we are shown a way forward. Thank you Rebecca. -- Julian Scott, MA, PhD, Cert Ac (Nanjing)Rebecca Avern presents those who care for children with this highly accessible, very practical text applying the Chinese medical "Five Phase" view of personality, growth, and development. It is chock full of insights guiding deeper understanding and personalized care for kids via this time-tested model, and provides truly practical advice that can be applied right away to aid young ones suffering from anxiety and depression. Those who care for children will find this book to be a treasure trove of tools that will immediately help improve the lives of their loved ones and themselves. -- David W. Miller, MD, LAcTable of Contents1. Setting the Scene. 2. What children are made of. 3. What's different about children?. 4. Nature. 5. Nurture. 6. The 5 Types of Anxiety and Depression. 7. Yin, Yang and other considerations. 8. Emotions. 9. Connection. 10. Family. 11. Times of Change. 12. The Yin and Yang of daily life. 13. Exercise. 14. Breathing. 15. How to Eat. 16. What to Eat. 17. Sleep. 18. What else can we do to help?

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Book SynopsisA gentle introduction to Kundalini basics with more than 60 hands-on exercises as well as tips for more advanced integrations skills; includes 30+ illustrations

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Book SynopsisThis guide to Integrative Medicine, based on quantum science, combines studies in consciousness, with alternative systems of healing such as Ayurveda and Yoga to produce a new science of health which sees disease as a health disorder. Required reading for health professionals and anyone looking for a deeper understanding of wellness.Inspired by the Dalai Lama to apply the integrative ideas of quantum science to practical everyday problems in people’s lives, famed physicist Amit Goswami began working in 1999 in the field of health and healing. His first task was to use the new quantum metaphysics to provide a basic science for the systems of alternative medicine and thus begin a tentative integrative medicine. This was accomplished in The Quantum Doctor, first published in 2004. What was still lacking was a unified theory of health leading to a new science of heath which would treat disease as a health disorder. Much more expertise in specifics was needed for such a project. In 2016, Goswami partnered with Valentina Onisor, MD, trained in both allopathic and most systems of alternative medicine as well including Ayurveda, yoga, naturopathy, aromatherapy, and homeopathy. This book is the culmination of their efforts to date. It is intended for both laypeople and health professionals.

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Book Synopsis• Includes 42 full-color cards, each featuring an essential oil, a vibrationally matching crystal, and a positive affirmation • Includes a 160-page booklet explaining how to use the cards • Provides, for each essential oil, its therapeutic properties and safety precautions as well as how the gemstone relates to the use of the oil Just like gemstones, essential oils work on an energetic level to rebalance us spiritually, mentally, and emotionally and offer many physiological benefits. Bringing aromatherapy into partnership with crystals, Essential Oils & Gemstone Guardians Cards present a hands-on way to engage with the enhanced powers of allies from the mineral and plant kingdom together. The color-coded cards are divided into six groups: Focus, Grounding, and Protection; Health and Well-Being; Love, Friendship, and Romance; Money, Creativity, and Motivation; Happiness and Self-Confidence; Intuition and Communication--each helping you to understand yourself better. As author Margaret Ann Lembo explains, the energetic value, or vibration, of an essential oil is stabilized by the devic forces associated with mother plant, flower, root, or bark. The energetic vibration of a gemstone holds records and goals to help you focus on the reality you wish to create. You design your reality and the cards in this deck will help you focus on your intentions and ignite transformation in your life. Designed to spark your courage and innate knowledge and abilities, this deck and guidebook set helps empower you to step forward with confidence and realize your unlimited potential.Table of ContentsIntroduction Working with Essential Oils and the Cards Intention and Attention The Power of Affirmations A Word about Aromatherapy Safety The Card CategoriesGetting StartedThe Cards: A-Z of Essential Oils and Vibrationally Matching Gemstones Allspice and DanburiteAnise Seed and Ametrine Basil and CharoiteBergamot and Peridot Birch and AzuriteBlack Pepper and Rutilated Quartz Cedarwood and Petrified Wood Chamomile and Angelite Cinnamon and Sunstone Clary Sage and Lepidolite Clove and Aragonite Elemi and Orange CalciteEucalyptus and ChrysocollaFrankincense and ApophylliteGeranium and Rose Quartz Grapefruit and ApatiteJuniper Berry and Jet Lavender and AmethystLemon and Golden TopazLemongrass and Golden Calcite Lime and Green Kyanite Mandarin and Pink CalciteMyrrh and AmmoniteOrange and Carnelian Oregano and BloodstonePalo Santo and Black TourmalinePatchouli and Ruby Peppermint and Green Calcite Petitgrain and SelenitePine and Amber Ravensara and Golden Sheen ObsidianRosemary and Tabular Quartz Rosewood and Kunzite Sage and Smoky QuartzSandalwood and Rhodochrosite Spikenard and Blue Calcite Spruce and EmeraldSweet Marjoram and Relationship QuartzTea Tree and Blue Lace Agate Thyme and Green Moss AgateVetiver and Andalusite Ylang Ylang and Ruby in Zoisite Appendices List of Gemstones and Their Matching Essential OilsGlossary of Therapeutic Qualities and Associated Oils Selected ReferencesAbout the Author

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Book SynopsisBy providing an overview of key yoga postures and basic breathing techniques, this book demonstrates how people with Multiple Sclerosis can manage symptoms, and create a regular yoga practice in order to enhance physical and mental wellbeing.The book includes photos to demonstrate the yoga poses, as well as case studies and testimonials that depict the benefits and impact of a regular practice that can be carried out at home with minimal equipment or household objects. There is also advice on safety, diet and nutrition, and meditation practices.Suitable for beginner and continuing level yoga students, Yoga for Multiple Sclerosis is the perfect guide for those wishing to harness the therapeutic power of yoga, as well as for yoga teachers looking for ways to support their students.Trade ReviewYoga and Multiple Sclerosis looks like many other Iyengar-based books: detailed instructions, many photos, adaptations, and of course, props. The magic is McLean's uses of his embodied theater sensibility to bring the reader into the lived experience of MS. What a treasure for students and professionals to glimpse the ups and downs of yoga and MS in a way that breathes life into a powerful guide that's not just for MS, but every yoga practice. -- Matthew J. Taylor, PT, PhD, C-IAYT, director of SmartSafeYoga, past president of IAYT, and international pain and yoga safety expert. www.smartsafeyoga.comIn Yoga and Multiple Sclerosis, Garth McLean captures the true essence that adopting a yoga practice can have for a practitioner at any level - the potential for transformation of body and mind. Steeped in his own personal experience with MS, Garth shares his journey in a clear, compassionate and accessible way. Others who may struggle with the challenges of MS are offered a pathway to help overcome obstacles of a frightening and unpredictable health challenge. Coupled with his personal experience with Iyengar Yoga, McLean offers an invaluable resource punctuated with illuminative photographs and skillful insight to further aid the practitioner, yoga teachers and other professionals.Underpinned by yogic philosophy, this exciting resource transcends the physical practice, offering any student of yoga hope in times of uncertainty. -- Patricia Walden, Advanced Senior Iyengar Yoga TeacherThis book by Garth McLean is a boon for yoga teachers as well individuals with multiple sclerosis [MS]. Garth's rare experience as a patient of MS, an Iyengar Yoga practitioner as well as teacher is beautifully reflected in this well-balanced, illustrated step-by-step approach in his book. A neurological condition, which expresses in one's youth can be quite stressful and demotivating but the book will provide new hopes and means to lead a happy life. -- Rajvi H Mehta, Editor, Yoga Rahasya, teacher, Iyengar Yogashraya, MumbaiWhat an amazingly, good, useful, valuable, and impressive work and service! Garth's life story is exemplary in his chosen path of Iyengar Yoga to help him thrive with MS--an inspiration for everyone! His book is clearly presented for anyone to follow and understand. The black and white photos are clear and clarifying. Above all, it will greatly benefit those with MS to take up a practice that will enhance their lives as well as for yoga teachers to help guide their students who have MS. This book is clearly a classic that will keep on giving. -- Lois Steinberg, Ph.D., CIYT Advanced 2, C-IAYTWhen knowledge and experience can come together, it can synthesise something beautiful. Garth McLean's book is a testament to precisely that.This book is honest, clear and straightforward. It creates channels of hope, courage and confidence for those affected by MS. -- Abhijata IyengarThis is such a well-written, educational, and inspiring book, that I can highly recommend it for students and teachers in any lineage, not just Iyengar. In addition, Garth's honesty and thoroughness about his comprehensive, integrative approach to managing his disease lends to the credibility and value of this book -- John Kepner, Executive Director, International Association of Yoga TherapistsTable of Contents1. Introduction. 2. Starting a Yoga Practice with MS. 3. Sequence of Asana. 4. Pranayama and Meditation. 5. Asana and Pranayama for Symptom Relief and Management. 6. Advice for Yoga Teachers. 7. Diet and Lifestyle. Afterword. Resources. Appendix. References. Index.

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Book SynopsisAn illustrated guide to combining the new healing modality of microcurrent therapy with Chi Nei Tsang energy massage Each cell of the body is animated by a highly organized and intelligent bioenergy, or bioelectricity. When cells are damaged, they become electrically imbalanced. Recently it has been discovered that microcurrent therapy--applying low-amperage electrical currents to the body--harmonizes the cells, returns them to a normal state of cellular activity, and boosts the body’s natural self-healing abilities. Combining this innovative new modality with ancient Taoist healing methods, Mantak Chia and Aisha Sieburth detail how to integrate microcurrent therapy with Chi Nei Tsang energy massage for pain relief, self-healing, and rejuvenation. The authors explain how microcurrent has a regenerative effect on the nervous system, helping to increase energy levels, promote circulation of blood and lymph, relieve acute or chronic pain, restore pH balance of the blood, balance hormone function, and improve the immune system. With illustrated, step-by-step instructions, the authors explain how to use microcurrent therapy during massage and describe the basic techniques of CNT massage. They also show how CNT microcurrent therapy is beneficial for general physical health and for a host of specific ailments, such as nerve pain, arthritis, sciatica, fibromyalgia, shingles, headaches, slow-healing wounds, and tendon and ligament pain.Table of ContentsAcknowledgments Putting Chi Nei Tsang and Microcurrent Therapy into Practice Introduction: Chi Nei Tsang and Microcurrent Healing Technique 1 The Nervous System 2 Setup and Use of the Microcurrent Generator 3 Massaging the Spine and the Back of the Body 4 Massaging the Front of the Body--Chest, Abdomen, and Legs 5 Massaging the Neck, Head, Shoulders, and Arms 6 Taoist Self-Healing with CNT Microcurrent Appendix: Chi Nei Tsang and Microcurrent Case Studies Bibliography About the Authors The Universal Healing Tao System and Training Center Index

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Book SynopsisA beautifully illustrated herbal guide to every stage of life, that connects us to the medicinal plants that grow around us. This stunning, one of a kind book is a practical and creative manual that invites us to deepen our relationship with the bounty of the natural world, showing us how we might use plants to support our health. From babes to elders, and all the life-stages and transitions in between, this is an indispensable handbook designed to celebrate the journey of life and help us overcome some of the challenges we may face along the way. With recipes for simple medicine-making, self-prescribing and foraging advice, Wild Apothecary is a beginner's guide to herbalism, for all people, and explores the practical applications of plant medicines for the home or community. Each chapter highlights specific health conditions associated with each phase of life and describes how to work with plant allies and lifestyle changes to promote wellbeing. Rewilding and journaling exercises help the reader go deeper and contemplate their connection with themselves and nature. There is also a special chapter on grief, plus an examination of herbal medicine in the context of colonisation.Table of ContentsAcknowledgements and about A wild welcome Chapter 1: Wild medicine, plant medicine and us Chapter 2: Life with a wild apothecary Chapter 3: Folk and flora, energetics of wild medicine Chapter 4: Emerging buds: babes and children Chapter 5: Opening buds: youth Chapter 6: From bud to bloom: transitions Chapter 7: Blossom: women Chapter 8: Bloom: men Chapter 9: Plant kin: wisdom of elders Chapter 10: Back to the roots: grief Chapter 11: Radical roots: decolonial reflections The wild journey ahead A few resources Index

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Book SynopsisUnderstanding and Treating Hot Flashes in Menopause with Chinese Medicine is the first book in history to be written on the subject. This book combines Chinese medicine concepts with current Western medicine frameworks of science and understanding of patho-mechanisms for a contemporary treatment approach to hot flashes in menopause.Dr Grosam explores both Western biomedicine - including the roles of estrogen and neurotransmitters - and Chinese medicine historical theory to provide an up-to-date understanding of hot flashes and menopausal transition. Exploring current treatments in Western medicine as well as acupuncture and herbs, he presents a complete evaluation of how modern treatment strategies can be improved through an integrated approach.Allowing for a deeper understanding of the causes of hot flashes in menopause, this book opens doors to fresh approaches and treatment strategies for women's healthcare practitioners from both branches of medicine.Trade ReviewDr. Brian Grosam's clinical approach to treating hot flashes is clearly laid out step by step for the practitioner. He systematically breaks down the diagnostic and treatment principles into a game changing and easy to incorporate clinical approach. The efficacy of his approach to acupuncture prescriptions and Chinese herbal formulas makes this a must have book for any Chinese medical practitioner ready to be the solution and go to practitioner for women in perimenopause or menopause struggling with hot flashes. -- Dr Lorne Brown B.Sc., CPA, Dr. TCM, FABORM, CHt, RTT, President Healthy Seminars.com, Chair of the Integrative Fertility Symposium, Clinical Director of Acubalance Wellness CentreBrian Grosam has combed through ancient texts, modern books, and his own vast clinical experience to assemble the most detailed resource yet on diagnosing and treating menopausal hot flashes. Women of a certain age are indebted to him; relief is at hand. -- Lorraine Wilcox, translator of Miscellaneous Records of a Female DoctorDr. Grosam's book is a clear, compassionate and comprehensive text on one of the most challenging symptoms of the menopause transition. East meets West for an expanded perspective that is well-designed to support practitioners in choosing the best plan to help their patients embrace the change. -- Yvonne R. Farrell, DAOM, LAc, Teacher and AuthorIn this text, Brian Grosam explores the hot flash phenomenon from many angles; from Yin deficiency to Yang deficiency, from excess to deficiency, from ancient to modern, and from the perspective of Chinese medicine to western medicine. Through this, he helps practitioners avoid common wrong turns in the diagnosis and treatment of this common and often debilitating symptom, helping us to diagnose the patient before us more accurately. -- Sharon Weizenbaum, Classical Chinese Herbalist and Acupuncturist, Director of the White Pine InstituteTable of Contents1. Hot Flashes - Chinese Medicine Theory. 2. Hot Flashes - Zangfu Organ Theory. 3. Hot Flashes - Classical Chinese Medicine Theory. 4. Hot Flashes - Chinese Medicine Meets Western Medicine. 5. Hot Flashes - Chinese Medicine Diagnosis. 6. Treating Hot Flashes with Acupuncture. 7. Treating Hot Flashes with Chinese Herbal Medicine.

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Book SynopsisFor more than three decades, Donna Eden has been teaching people to understand the body as an energy system, to recognize their aches and pains as signals of energy imbalance, and to reclaim their natural healing capabilities. In her long-awaited new book, Donna speaks directly to women, showing them how they can work with energy to tackle the specific health challenges they face. She reveals that a woman can manage her hormones by managing her energies and also use energy medicine to treat a host of health issues. From PMS to menopause, from high blood pressure to depression, the book offers easy-to-follow solutions to women''s health issues that traditional medicine often fails to provide. Blending a compassionate voice with a profound grasp of how the female body functions as an energy system, Eden presents what is sure to become a classic book on the subject of women''s health.Trade ReviewA brilliant guide for taking responsibility for your own health * GREEN PLANET, Feb 10 *a book that can fill the gaps left by conventional medicine and empower women to discover more about their natural healing capabilities * LATEST WAVE *A detailed, practical introduction to harnessing the body's natural healing mechanisms . . . many common imbalances, particularly those related to the reproduction system, may be addressed with some very positive results * YOGA & HEALTH *...an exciting and innovative book, clearly written and a useful addition to any woman's collection. * YOGA MAGAZINE *

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Book SynopsisAll is Well, the new book by celebrated authors Louise Hay and Mona Lisa Schulz, not only explores the medical science behind the affirmations in Louise Hay's international bestseller You Can Heal Your Life, but also offers stories and practical advice for personal healing. Structured around seven emotional centres, which mirror our chakra system, Louise and Mona Lisa examine the connections between these centres and the body. Drawing on years of research, they explore probable mental causes for the physical manifestation of illness associated with each centre, and then lay out how to address these health concerns. Combining two complementary systems, Louise discusses new thought patterns and offers new affirmations to counteract specific emotional weaknesses, and Mona Lisa, who has worked for many years as a medical intuitive and physician, helps readers listen to their own bodies' intuition and prescribes medical solutions that are based in Western science. They provide real-world examples of people who faced illness and outline the specific emotional and physical prescriptions that helped them heal. Affirmations, intuition and medical science form a powerful triad that enable readers to achieve maximum health and wellbeing, and to experience on a deep level that, as Louise always says, 'All is well.'Trade ReviewAll Is Well is simply excellent. Dr Mona Lisa Schulz has blended her expertise in health with the healing wisdom of Louise Hay, one of the leading icons of the human consciousness community. This book is a tribute to the intuitive genius of Louise, whose work as a role model for positive thinking pioneered healing first for people with AIDS and then for countless others. -- Caroline Myss, New York Times best-selling author of Archetypes: Who Are You? All Is Well is a must-read manual for the coming times when we will need to be our own spiritual physicians. The best health insurance is to learn how to stay healthy, and Louise L. Hay and Dr Mona Lisa Schulz are wonderful teachers. -- Doreen Virtue, author of The Healing Miracles of Archangel Raphael We know the mind affects the body's physiology. We know there are emotional roots that underlie disease and that few diseases are purely biological. We know the benefits of affirmations like the ones Louise Hay has been teaching for decades. Yet never before have the scientific medical data, psychology, and spirituality--as well as the brilliant perspectives of Louise Hay and Dr Mona Lisa Schulz--interlaced with each other so effortlessly. Whether you're facing an illness, working with patients, or simply seeking to live an optimally healthy life, read this wonderful book and let it inspire you... The answers that follow may be your best medicine yet. -- Lissa Rankin, MD, author of Mind Over Medicine and blogger at LissaRankin.com In today's world of too much information and too little wisdom, there is very little that gets to the heart of any matter--especially regarding health. But All Is Well does just that by combining medical science and intuition. As a former RN, I insist on the latest medically proven scientific evidence when looking after my own health. But I also honor my story, my personal experiences, and my unique sense of intuition; I use these to inform my ability to find inner peace, health, and balance in everyday life. This book takes this same approach, and so when I started to read, I began to feel better immediately. If you read only one book about health this year, this is the one for you! -- Naomi Judd, author of Naomi's Breakthrough Guide

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Book SynopsisAimed at yoga therapists, yoga teachers and healthcare professionals, this detailed book presents unique ways to harness energy for fatigue conditions such as Long Covid, burnout, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and stress with the help of yoga therapy. Split into four parts, the book discusses how modern-day living exacerbates stress and how it manifests itself, how healing can be approached from a yogic perspective, the solutions that yoga provides, as well as step-by-step guidance to different yoga practices developed by the author - such as breathing and meditation - that help with these issues. Accessible and containing easy-to-follow instructions, Yoga Therapy for Stress, Burnout and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome shares ancient teachings from the East that have the power to help alleviate the growing source and symptoms of fatigue.Trade ReviewFiona writes with humility, wisdom, and much common sense about how yoga can help these conditions, which are so prevalent. A carefully laid out and thorough guide, covering theory and a broad range of practices, this should be an essential component of any yoga teacher's toolkit - but is also totally accessible to non-teachers. -- Elizabeth Stanley, Director, YogacampusThis exceptionally well-presented work of heart is a companion that tackles the debilitating challenges of so many human beings' daily lives. Fiona's experience and research are woven within her heartfelt support and practical guidance. This important new work intelligently reveals yoga's therapeutic wisdom with great clarity, talking to you as you are. A book for right now. -- Simon Low, The Yoga AcademyThis book is filled with not only Fiona's phenomenal depth of knowledge but also her wisdom. Both her experience with CF and her understanding of yoga as a therapeutic practise offer great information and potential for healing for those working with people with ME/CFS and also for those who are suffering with it. -- Jyoti Jo Manuel - Founder Special YogaI suffered from complete burnout a few years ago, and spent a few months in bed unable to do anything much. I wish I'd had Fiona's book back then. I'm fully on board with her recommendations for mindful gentle healing, and I hope this book helps you to re-energise and recover. -- Tony Wrighton, Sky Sports presenter, author and host of Zestology podcastI loved this book. I work as a yoga therapist with lots of different groups of people with differing chronic diseases, including CFS, MS and Parkinson's. Fiona has explained clearly the impact of stress on the body, both physically and mentally. We all live in a stressful world and the impact is felt by all. This book would be useful for all yoga teachers and for those who have an interest in how to help the effects of stress and resulting fatigue using yoga, not just those working with students with CFS. -- Dr Tamsin Betts, yoga therapist and former GPThis is a highly engaging and vital text for yoga therapists, health professionals working with ME/CFS, and those seeking their own healing strategies for stress, burnout and ME/CFS. Agombar deftly weaves together the most current scientific theories and understanding of ME/CFS with yogic philosophical perceptions; brilliantly elucidating how yoga therapy's multi-dimensional nature meets offers so much to those with ME/CFS. This approach could be easily applied by yoga therapists to any health condition. Her reflections on ill health and healing should inspire all of us to consider how we live in the modern world, what health actually means, and how to gently find our way back to greater wellness in a mode that is personally meaningful. It is going to be required reading at the Minded Institute. -- Heather MasonTable of ContentsPart One: How Modern Day Living Exacerbates Stress and its Manifestations. 1. Stress-related Exhaustion, Burnout and Yoga. 2. Trauma and Exhaustion. 3. The Crisis: ME/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. Part Two: How Yoga Sees the Situation. 4. Pattern, Shadows and the Closed Heart. 5. The Root of Our Core Wound. (6. The Purusartha: How our Motivations Cause Stress and Fatigue. 7. Identity: the meaning and purpose of life). 8. The Yoga Model of Illness. 9. The Role of the Yoga Therapist. Part Three: The Yoga Solutions. 10. How Yoga Understands Energy and How we can Increase Prana. 11. The Magic of the Breath. 12. The Three Energies: The Gunas. 13. The Secret of Happiness: Understanding Dharma and Karma. 14. How to Have a Quiet Mind - A Summary of the Teachings So Far. Part Four: The Yoga Practices. 15. Suggestions for Teaching. 16. Mantra and Class Planning. 17. The Practices for Stress, Burnout and ME/CFS. 18. Pranayama - The Vital Key to Healing. 19. Mindfulness, Deep Relaxation and Meditation.

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Book SynopsisThe way autoimmune disease is viewed and treated is undergoing a major change millions of people suffer from these conditions. For many patients, the key to true wellness is in holistic treatment, although they might not know how to begin their journey to total recovery. In The Autoimmune Wellness Handbook, authors Mickey Trescott and Angie Alt, the trusted names behind Autoimmune-Paleo.com and authors of The Autoimmune Paleo Cookbook and The Alternative Autoimmune Cookbook, respectively, provide the comprehensive guide to living health fully with autoimmune disease. While conventional medicine is limited to medication oreven surgical fixes, Trescott and Alt introduce a complementary solution that focuses on seven key steps to recovery: inform, collaborate, nourish, rest, breathe, move, and connect. The steps are divided into user-friendly chapters that demystify the process and lead readers to optimum healing. With five autoimmune conditions between them, Trescott and Alt have achieved astounding results using the premises they've laid out in thebook. The Autoimmune Wellness Handbook goes well beyond nutrition and provides the missing link that the chronic illness community is desperately seeking so that they can get back to living a vibrant, healthy life.Trade Review"The Autoimmune Wellness Handbook will help you understand exactly what steps to take to help you achieve health and wellness. Mickey and Angie are two autoimmune warriors speaking from the heart, and with years of practical experience, to their community."--Terry Wahls, M.D., author of The Wahls Protocol“Autoimmune wellness advocates Mickey and Angie have created a must-have resource for each and every one of the estimated 60 million Americans battling autoimmune disease, an epidemic now spread across the globe. This comprehensive guidebook not only brims with compassion and understanding but also gives you all of the information, tools and inspiration you need to live your best life with autoimmune disease.”--Dr. Sarah Ballantyne, PhD, New York Times bestselling author of The Paleo Approach“The road to recovery from autoimmune disease can feel like an overwhelming expedition full of twists and challenges. Autoimmune disease is not a quick fix and often times patients need multiple interventions to get themselves well. Mickey and Angie have created a comprehensive and practical handbook that will guide you down the path to recovery from autoimmune disease.The Autoimmune Wellness Handbook is a roadmap that can accelerate the journey to health for autoimmune patients!”--Izabella Wentz, PharmD, FASCP New York Times bestselling author of Hashimoto’s the Root Cause “Packed to the gills with applicable solutions, The Autoimmune Wellness Handbook is my new favorite resource for today’s #1 emerging health challenge. If you or a loved one suffers from autoimmunity, and aren’t sure where to begin--START HERE.”--Russ Crandall, The New York Times bestselling author of Paleo Takeout and The Ancestral Table“It is normal to meet an autoimmune diagnosis with a tremendous sense of confusion, loss, and betrayal, and the information overwhelm can leave the initiate tumbling in its wake. This is where Mickey and Angie’s book comes in. The Autoimmune Wellness Handbook is an elegant and encouraging guide that not only succinctly reviews the nuts and bolts of autoimmune disease management, but also leads you through an often tumultuous inner journey with loving wisdom. In its own unforgiving way, autoimmune diseases forces us to honor human design, not society’s (often shaming) version. The autoimmune patient must learn to rest, self-advocate, love and be loved, self-nourish, move appropriately, release toxic people and situations, and lift the veil on buried shadows. Like all of life’s best rewards, autoimmune management is hard won. But, as this handbook shows you, the autoimmune journey can also be an enriching path to a more authentic you.”--Dr. Datis Kharrazian, author of Why Do I Still Have Thyroid Symptoms? and Why Isn’t My Brain Working?

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Book SynopsisBlood and chi often flow side by side throughout the body, the blood acting as the vehicle for our vital energy. Areas of slow or congested circulation lead to blockages in the flow of vital energy and toxin accumulation in the body. The practice of Life Pulse Massage allows these blockages to be cleared, revitalizing cardiovascular function, detoxifying the organs, and restoring the flow of blood and chi throughout the body. In this fully illustrated guide to Life Pulse Massage, Master Mantak Chia details abdominal massage practices to open restricted blood vessels, direct blood flow to specific areas for healing, release arterial tension to rebalance high or low blood pressure, and detoxify individual organs and body systems such as the liver, lungs, lymph nodes, and colon. He shows how to clear and activate the master pulses of the navel and aorta and synchronize these master pulses with the 52 pulses of the whole body for optimum circulation and energy balance. He explains the ancient art of reading pulses to diagnose organ health as well as how to recognize internal health states through the unique positions and shapes of the navel. Detailing specific Life Pulse Massage treatments for many common ailments such as lower back pain, sciatica, asthma, headaches, and reproductive issues, Master Chia shows how liberating the flow of blood and chi can prevent illness before it takes hold, revitalize the organs, and set the stage for optimum health.Table of ContentsAcknowledgments Putting Life Pulse Massage into Practice Introduction 1 The Cosmic Pulse of the Universe Origin of the Pulse Stars 2 The Circulatory System 3 Life Pulse Massage Training Exercises for Preliminary Practice 4 Pumping the Pulse 5 Getting Started With Life Pulse Massage Life Pulse Massage Procedure Part 1 6 Activating the Master Pulses Life Pulse Massage Procedure Part 2 7 Harmonizing the Organ Pulses Life Pulse Massage Procedure Part 3 8 Harmonizing the Peripheral Pulses Life Pulse Massage Procedure Part 4 9 Activating and Balancing the Pulses on the Back Life Pulse Massage Procedure Part 5 Appendix 1. Observing the Pulse in the Chinese Tradition Appendix 2. Treating Health Imbalances with Life Pulse Massage Appendix 3. Glossary of Major Arteries Bibliography About the Authors The Universal Healing Tao System and Training Center Index

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