Complementary therapies, healing and health Books

Book SynopsisHeal and find liberation from your past with this comprehensive guide to making sense of and overcoming narcissistic family abuse from acclaimed family therapist.A pioneer on the devastating effects of narcissistic abuse, Dr. Karyl McBride has the answer for anyone desperate for help in recovering from the damage of being raised in a family headed by a narcissistic parent.Divided into three sections, Dr. Karyl explores the insidious way a narcissistic environment is developed in a family, how a narcissistic parent damages a child’s emotional growth and ability to trust and, finally, how to not only move on but become truly free.Along with an easy-to-follow five-step recovery program, plus a 33-question quiz to determine if you or a family member is displaying narcissistic traits, Dr. Karyl provides understanding and hope for anyone wishing to thrive after abuse.

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Book SynopsisKeep your cat healthy, happy and contented by ensuring their chakras are balanced through massage, crystal work, colour therapy and other healing modalities. Does your cat seem stressed or out of sorts, depressed or lacking in energy? Is he or she suddenly behaving badly or getting spooked easily? It could be that your animal friend's chakras need balancing.Just like with humans, chakras can have a huge impact on your cat's wellbeing, mentally, emotionally and physically. In this natural healing guide that blends animal health and wellbeing care, you will learn how to decode your cat's behavioural signs and identify the chakras that need attention. Not only will you become more in tune with your cat's emotional wellness, physicality and spirituality, but, like the ultimate cat whisperer, you will connect with them on a deeper level and unlock your own innate psychic, intuitive and healing gifts.Table of ContentsIntroduction: Your psychic connection – assessing cat behaviour and connecting with your animal companion. Energy fields and emotions and meridians. An overview of healing modalities. The Major Chakras: Forming the largest part of the book, each subsection offers specific how-to practices to help balance the relevant chakras. The Minor Chakras: An overview of the lesser-known minor and bud chakras. Practices & Techniques: Whole-body healing practices. Conditions Index: A cross-reference of ailments and treatments. Acknowledgements

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Book SynopsisKeep your dog healthy, happy and contented by ensuring their chakras are balanced through massage, crystal work, colour therapy and other healing modalities. Does your dog seem stressed or out of sorts, depressed or lacking in energy? Is he or she suddenly behaving badly or getting spooked easily? It could be that your animal friend's chakras need balancing.Just like with humans, chakras can have a huge impact on your dog's wellbeing, mentally, emotionally and physically – and in fact the different states are all entwined. In this natural healing guide that blends animal health and wellbeing care, you will learn how to decode your dog's behavioural signs and identify the chakras that need attention. Not only will you become more in tune with your dog's emotional wellness, physicality and spirituality, but like the ultimate dog whisperer, you will connect with them on a deeper level and unlock your own innate psychic, intuitive and healing gifts.Table of ContentsIntroduction: Your psychic connection – assessing cat behaviour and connecting with your animal companion. Energy fields and emotions and meridians. An overview of healing modalities. The Major Chakras: Forming the largest part of the book, each subsection offers specific how-to practices to help balance the relevant chakras. The Minor Chakras: An overview of the lesser-known minor and bud chakras. Practices & Techniques: Whole-body healing practices. Conditions Index: A cross-reference of ailments and treatments. Acknowledgements

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Book SynopsisDespite many books and courses teaching Thai Massage techniques, therapeutic application remains a confusing and inaccessible area. This high-level visual manual seeks to elucidate this challenge for students and professionals in Thai Massage. The reader will learn how to apply techniques and for whom, in the correct conditions, sequence, and pace.This comprehensive book incorporates neuromuscular treatments for an array of conditions whilst guiding students on how to develop fluidity in transition from technique to technique. Relying on visual prompts such as photographs, muscle charts, and anatomical images, this is an invaluably practical resource for bodywork students and teachers.Table of ContentsContents DedicationAcknowledgementsForewordIntroductionOrigins of Thai MassageThe Father DoctorCenturies Later in SiamBranches of Traditional Thai MedicinePart IBeing A HealerThai Medicine PrayerWhat You Need to PracticeBefore and During TreatmentGeneral Body Mechanics PrinciplesBody Positions for PractitionersCommon TransitionsAdditional Concepts and Guidelines for PracticeFour Steps in A SessionsWorking with Sen Sib Acupressure's Main PointsThai Massage and Neuromuscular TherapyCross Syndromes as CausesTrigger PointsCross-Fiber Friction TechniquesContraindications and Areas of CautionWai Kru: The Bow of RespectPart IILearning the FlowSupine - Lower BodySupine - Single Leg SequenceClinical Focus #1: Plantar FasciitisClinical Focus #2: Achilles TendinitisClinical Focus #3: Knee Joint and LigamentsClinical Focus #4: Hamstring Tears and High Hamstring TendinopathyClinical Focus #5: The Gluteus MediusClinical Focus #6: The Iliopsoas Supine - Abdominal Massage Supine - Arms and Shoulders Clinical Focus #7: Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Clinical Focus #8: Brachial Plexus Nerve Entrapment Clinical Focus #9: Rotator Cuff Muscles Prone - Lower Body Optional Clinical Focus #10: Achilles Tendinitis Prone - Back and Shoulders Clinical Focus #11: Lower Back Pain Clinical Focus #12: SciaticaProne - Pelvis and Legs Clinical Focus #13: The Piriformis Clinical Focus #14: Sacral Ligaments - "Sacral Mandala" Prone - Additional Techniques Side-Lying - Lower Body Clinical Focus #15: A: Piriformis and Deep External Hip Rotators (the Deep Six)B: Sacral Ligaments Clinical Focus #16: Ribcage Connection - the Lats, Serratus, and IntercostalsSupine - Back Lift and StretchesSeated - Back, Neck, and ShouldersSupine - Neck Clinical Focus #17: The Scalenes Clinical Focus #18: Neck Pain Clinical Focus #19: Whiplash and the Sternocleidomastoid (SCM)Face and Scalp Clinical Focus #20: Jaw Pain and Tension and the TMJAppendix Article 1: When to Stretch the Calf Muscles Article 2: The Secret to Resolving the IT Band Syndrome Article 3: The Scoop on the Piriformis Article 4: Should We Stretch the Trapezius and Other Neck Muscles? Article 5: Treating Pain and Tension in Mid-BackAbout the AuthorBibliography

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Book SynopsisFrom ancient Greece and Rome (Sappho, Marcellus Empiricus) to the current Covid 19 crisis (Eavan Boland's 'Quarantine'), poets have responded with sensitivity and insight to the troubles of the human body and mind. Poems of Healing is a small treasury of their words, illuminating many different experiences of illness, injury and convalescence, from John Donne's 'Hymne to God My God, In My Sicknesse' to Thom Gunn's 'The Man with Night Sweats'; from Anne Finch's 'Spleen' to Jane Kenyon's 'Prognosis'; from Emily Dickinson's 'The Soul has Bandaged moments' to Seamus Heaney's 'Miracle'. Here are poems from around the world, by Baudelaire, Hugo, Rudaki and Cavafy; by Masaoka Shiki, Miroslav Holub and Zbigniew Herbert. Shakespeare and Milton; Tennyson and Emily Bronte; Charlotte Mew, Sylvia Plath, Wallace Stevens, W. H. Auden, Tony Harrison and Carol Ann Duffy are all present at the sickbed. Messages of hope in the midst of pain - in such masterpieces as Adam Zagajewski's 'Try to Praise the Mutilated World', Wislawa Szymborska's 'The End and the Beginning' and Stevie Smith's 'Away, Melancholy' - make this a perfect gift for anyone on the road to healing.

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Book SynopsisWhether through massage, a hot aromatherapy bath or a cooling compress, essential oils can bring life-enhancing benefits to everyone. In this stunning addition to the Essential Handbook series we learn how to incorporate them into our lives. The first section of The Essential Oils Handbook describes how the oils are extracted from plants, evocatively explains how they have been used traditionally in different cultures, and guides the reader in the best ways to integrate them safely and effectively into their daily routine. This is followed by an invaluable directory of 100 oils, each complemented by a full-color photograph of the plant from which the oil is extracted. Every information-packed entry offers examples of how you can use the oil to benefit both mind and body, whether massaging sore muscles with rosemary oil or adding ylang ylang oil to a bath to calm your mind. For each oil, key points are highlighted to provide essential information and fascinating facts at a glance. Authoritative yet accessible, this book will delight anyone who wants to use oils to enhance their well-being, or simply takes great pleasure in these complex, alluring fragrances.

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Book SynopsisThis authoritative text provides a complete overview of Chinese moxibustion techniques and methods, including detailed treatments and contraindications for a wide range of conditions. The authors cover the fundamentals of theory as well as the skills and techniques practitioners will need, and provide a detailed summary of all of the acupoints commonly used in moxatherapy. The book also covers the ways in which moxatherapy can be used to cultivate general health and wellbeing in patients, and explains in detail how to treat a wide range of complaints; for each complaint, descriptions of typical cases and the acupoints and procedures needed for treatment are provided. Extensively illustrated with photographs which clearly demonstrate clinical procedures, this is an essential reference for practitioners and students of acupuncture.Trade Reviewllustrated Chinese Moxibustion - Techniques and Methods is 'very Chinese' - personal shorthand for a mix of positive attributes blended with the cultural idiosyncrasies and artefacts of the translation process that we have come to know and love... This is neat and, as with many of the numerous other interesting clinical tips to be found here, is obviously born out of practical experience... All in all, this book succeeds in delivering a comprehensive and enlightening Chinese-style presentation on the practice of moxibustion. This book succeeds in delivering a comprehensive and enlightening Chinese-style presentation on the practice of moxibustion... Overall, as a student text or for one wishing to develop high-level clinical moxa skills I warmly recommend this book. -- The European Journal of Oriental Medicine (EJOM), Charlie Buck, author, Educator, Chair of the British Acupuncture CouncilIn my opinion, Illustrated Chinese Moxibustion is an excellent reference book for anyone practising moxibustion, and an ideal read for all those interested in this type of treatment. It is based on sound ancient TCM principles, but written by modern practitioner. -- Journal of the Acupuncture Association of Chartered PhysiotherapistsTable of ContentsContents. Synopsis. Foreword. Part I: Fundamental Chapters. 1. Moxibustion Basic Knowledge. 2. Location and Indications of Commonly Used Points in Moxibustion. 3. Moxibustion and Health Cultivation. Part II: Techniques and Methods Chapters. 4. Materials and Manufacture. 5. Classes of Moxibustion and their Operation. Part III: Clinical Chapters. 6. Internal Medicine Diseases. 7. Musculoskeletal Diseases. 8. Pediatric Diseases. 9. Gynecological Diseases. 10. Dermatological and External Medicine Diseases. 11. ENT Diseases. 12. Acute Diseases. 13. Other Diseases. Index.

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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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