Mind, body, spirit: meditation and visualization Books

Book SynopsisTable of ContentsThe Invocation of Presence - Table of ContentsKey To LifeWhy Work On Ourselves At All?Here I AmEmotion of Presence & MemoryThe JourneyTo Be AliveSecond Wind PhenomenonPresence: A Serious ConfessionThree Levels of WorkOn Invoking PresenceMomentum of Invocation--The Universal Traveling Junk ShopRemembering to Invoke PresenceThe Essentials of Momentum of InvocationA Rose By Any Other NameStep By Step Method To Invoke Presence

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Book SynopsisAnswering questions such as: What is meditation? I can't clear my mind. What should I do? What do I focus on? and others, this guide answers over 50 of the most commonly asked questions about meditation practices. Beginners will find information on how to sit, what to sit on, when to sit, where to sit, why to sit, and what to expect.

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Book SynopsisThe Sex and the City of modern day spirituality, Heartbreak Yoga is a humorous, thought-provoking, soul searching exploration of the heart organ, the heart chakra, and the heartbreaks smart girls suffer along the way

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Book SynopsisTake the mindfulness of yoga off the mat and integrate it into every aspect of life with 365 inspirational daily reflections from acclaimed yoga teacher Rolf Gates. Gates draws on twenty years of teaching experience to help readers—from experienced yogis to novices seeking a little tranquility—fundamentally reconsider their relationships with their minds, bodies, and the universe around them through self-reflection. Over the course of seven chapters, he explores Effortlessness, Nonviolence, The Spirit of Practice, Mindfulness, Compassion and Loving-kindness, Equanimity and Joy, and Intention and Being, giving readers the tools they need to effect positive changes in their lives.

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Book SynopsisAn accessible guide from an expert on Mindfulness on how to get the most out of meditation--and make the practice a permanent part of your daily life.Meditation is supposed to be a practice that's relaxing and beneficial...so why is it so hard to commit to? While many people have taken workshops in meditation, a significant number don't maintain their practice for long after the class is finished. Mindfulness can help us relax and is great for coming to grips with thoughts that make us  depressed or anxious, but it can also bring us into a more intimate relationship with ourselves--a prospect that can make some feel uncomfortable. Yes, lots of good things come out of meditation practice, but keeping it up is challenging. This is where Why Can't I Meditate? comes in. Full of practical ways to help our mindfulness practice flourish, it also features guidance from a wide spectrum of secular and Buddhist mindfulness teachers, and personal account

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Book SynopsisStart the day off on the right foot by changing the way you talk to yourself with Maryse Cardin''s 5-Minute Morning Magic.Change your life by changing your inner voice! Bring more magic to every day with just 5 minutes of positive self-talk each morning. What you say to yourself has been scientifically proven to influence your success and happiness. No matter what your goals, you can fill yourself with confidence, resolve, self-love, and strength by choosing the right words to fill your heart and mind. 5-Minute Morning Magic is your guide to making it happen! - Embrace more than 75 simple yet powerful self-talk messages designed to uplift your spirit- Reflect on thoughtful questions to help you find new possibilities in every day- Discover all that you're capable of and find encouragement to take bold steps toward your dreamsWith each page of 5-Minute Morning Magic, you'll find yourself motivated to rise and

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Book SynopsisTransform your health with morning and evening meditations grounded in Dr. Stacie Stephenson''s holistic approach to physical and mental wellness that centers around a VIBRANT lifestyle.No matter where you are in your pursuit of a healthier life, in just minutes each day, you can shine like never before! In this powerful book of meditations, inspirations, and motivations, functional medicine expert and bestselling author Dr. Stacie Stephenson provides an accessible and exciting plan to incorporate mindfulness practices into your mornings and evenings that can enhance your mindset, health, nutrition, and quality of life.Each day of the week in Glow focuses on one area of Dr. Stacie''s VIBRANT strategy: Voice: how you talk to others and express yourself Intuition: how you listen to your inner voice Balance: how you juggle your many responsibilities Rejuvenation: how to slow down and find restoration Abu

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Book SynopsisTrade Review“In the ongoing transmission of India’s practical wisdom to the West, nothing has had a bigger impact than Maharishi Mahesh Yogi and his Transcendental Meditation. This engaging and comprehensive update of Jack Forem’s seminal book is well timed, as the knowledge it contains is vital in our stressed-out, plugged-in era.”— Philip Goldberg, author of American Veda: From Emerson and the Beatles to Yoga and Meditation ,How Indian Spirituality Changed the West“Jack Forem’s groundbreaking book, Transcendental Meditation, inspired thousands of people, including myself, to learn meditation and investigate the scientific basis behind its effectiveness. In this new edition, he brilliantly distills all the latest advancements and hundreds of scientific papers published in leading academic and medical journals. As Maharishi himself said about the original edition, this book ‘offers a clear, comprehensive, and thoughtful presentation of the essence of our teaching,’ and that is certainly true of this new edition as well. I strongly encourage everyone to read this book and to take full advantage of the programs it describes. It is an invaluable resource for all who desire a bright future for themselves and for our world.”— John Hagelin, Quantum Physicist and Educator President, Global Union of Scientists for Peace Featured in What the Bleep Do We Know!? and The Secret“A comprehensive, reader-friendly study of the teachings of a great modern master. Jack Forem’s book isn’t just about the TM technique and its massive body of scientific research, but it reveals practical and enlightened approaches to the fields of education, health care, personal relationships, psychology, religion, and business, and a novel and powerful strategy for achieving world peace. Informative and inspiring!”— James S. Brooks, M.D., co-author of Ayurvedic Secrets to Longevity & Total Health, Medical Director of Mental Health Centers in Chariton and Fairfield, Iowa“As a rabbi and longtime practitioner of the TM program, I particularly appreciate the new chapter on Religion and Spirituality in Jack Forem’s book. Jack quotes Maharishi Mahesh Yogi’s teaching that religions have ‘one common ground: that the light of God is kindled in each heart.’ This is what TM accomplished for me in my life. I never would have desired to become, nor would I have been able to succeed as a rabbi,without the spiritual awareness that the practice of TM awakened in me.”— Alan Green, Senior Rabbi, Shaarey Zedek Synagogue, Winnipeg, Canada “Many books have been written about the Transcendental Meditation technique and the array of benefits enjoyed by those who practice it. Jack Forem’s book stands out not only because it is eminently readable and entertaining, but because it is such a clear and comprehensive introduction to TM, the principles behind it, and the research demonstrating its effectiveness. It’s a joy to read and a breath of fresh air.“In addition to delineating the value of TM for individuals, Forem explains cutting-edge, paradigm-shifting research showing that groups of people practicing TM together have significantly reduced tension and hostility in the environment. He argues persuasively that in TM, we have a technique to benefit the individual and at the same time generate harmony and reduce stress in society as a whole. This is a book to read and take to heart.”— Gary P. Kaplan M.D., Ph.D., Associate Professor of Neurology, Hofstra University School of Medicine“Jack Forem’s new book on Transcendental Meditation offers a wealth of research with real-world examples of how TM can increase personal and corporate success and effectiveness. This book offers numerous examples of how this simple technique has had a tremendous effect on people from all walks of life. I know it has helped me, my family, my company, and my clients.”— Nancy Slomowitz, President & CEO, Executive Management Associates, Inc., author of Work Zone Madness! Surviving and Rising Above Workplace Dysfunction

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Book SynopsisToday—as repeated attempts to fix ourselves and our lives fail—many of us face unprecedented fears about the future, struggle with unspeakable life tragedies, and sink under the belief that certain lives do not matter in our society. Others confront our epidemic of anxiety with fierce resistance, or the fight to be right, criticizing anyone and everyone just to end up stuck. In the face of such pervasive human suffering, New York Times best-selling author and legendary life coach Iyanla Vanzant challenges us: What if it’s not them—what if it’s you? What if you need to get over it—and get over yourself? Because no matter how much we would like to blame people and circumstances beyond our control, the truth is staggeringly simple: anything and everything we experience is a function of what and how we think. In Get Over It! Iyanla offers a unique spiritual technology called thought therapy, a process that harnesses proven spiritual tools with the scienc

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Book SynopsisTrade Review“Inspiring, beautifully written, uplifting, tough, and tender. A powerful book to raise your spirits and help you navigate these uncertain times with a clearer vision and a loving heart.” – Jack Kornfield, best-selling author of A Path with Heart “If I could hand-deliver a copy of this book to everyone, I would do it. What a brilliant and–more importantly–necessary contribution to the wisdom of our collective soul. Please read this book.” – Caroline Myss, best-selling author of Anatomy of the Spirit and Intimate Conversations with the Divine “Masterful storytelling . . . Inspiring accounts of leading figures in human history are woven together with the relevance of ancient Indian philosophy and the contemplative practices of yoga and meditation. This book is an essential read for anyone who is facing life challenges and hopes to grow spiritually through them—in other words, everyone.” – Sat Bir Singh Khalsa, Ph.D., Assistant Professor of Medicine, Harvard Medical School; Director of Yoga Research, Yoga Alliance; Editor-in-Chief, International Journal of Yoga Therapy “When faced with a life event that shakes you to the core, what is your response? Stephen Cope points to the Bhagavad Gita and people throughout history to show the way in his latest book: The Dharma in Difficult Times. Written with charm and introspection, it takes us on a journey to learn just how deep we can go when faced with the things that knock us down. You will want to read every last bit, savoring the fascinating research and compelling connections.” – Sharon Salzberg, best-selling author of Lovingkindness and Real Change “Cope masterfully combines storytelling with substance. That mastery was on full display in his first book about dharma–The Great Work of Your Life. In this new book, he takes us even deeper into the mysteries of dharma, distilling wisdom from the lives of both ordinary and extraordinary human beings who have been challenged in the deepest possible ways. He leaves us with very useful tools for our own journey through difficult times.” – Dr. Suneel Gupta, Harvard Medical School faculty, best-selling author of Backable “Stephen Cope is at the height of his considerable powers as mystic, scholar, and master storyteller. To say that this is the right book at the right time would be an understatement. Illuminated by the ancient wisdom of the Bhagavad Gita, Cope has laid out a clear path for how to utilize difficult times to deepen life purpose, sense of meaning, and capacity for mature compassion. In the lineage of all great mystics, he both invites and implores us to fully comprehend that when we face our greatest difficulties as opportunities for spiritual growth, this not only saves us, it also saves the world. With this audacious and brilliant book, Cope has thrown down the gauntlet: Will you fully take up your Dharma in these difficult times?” – Gail Straub, co-founder of The Empowerment Institute and author of The Rhythm of Compassion "The issue of meditation and discovering one’s dharma cannot happen overnight. So this book is for deeply introspective people who desire to live on a higher plane of respect and service to all people. This book is not a regular self-help book that tells you to exercise, do yoga, set boundaries, and be kind to live your best life. But if you want a better life full of fulfillment, Stephen Cope will show you the true essence of living in his book. There is so much to this exceptionally written and edited book that left me in awe, and I can only rate it 4 out of 4."— OnlineBookClub.org

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Book SynopsisTrade Review“If global events have had you on edge, studying this book provides the practical wisdom and efficacious strategies required to rise up and meet any challenge in peace, and with power.” — Michael Bernard Beckwith, Founder and Spiritual Director, Agape International Spiritual Center, author of Life Visioning and Spiritual Liberation“[A] profoundly compassionate guide to how to live as deeply and richly as possible in our global dark night. This book will bring true help to committed seekers on all paths.”— Andrew Harvey, author of The Hope and Turn Me to Gold“A rich resource for anyone who feels buffeted and unbalanced these days. You'll be wiser, more resilient, and more able to give strength to others if you rely and trust Goldberg’s advice.”— Larry Dossey, M.D., author of One Mind“A brilliant and useful book that will not only keep you afloat but will also guide you into the safety of the ocean of love and mercy—your own divine soul.”— Arielle Ford, author of Turn Your Mate into Your Soulmate“In this concise and lucid book, Phil Goldberg points the way to the fortress of peace within ourselves.”— Deepak Chopra, author of MetaHuman“Packed with inspirational guidance and practices, [Spiritual Practice for Crazy Times] shows how to be peaceful inside even when the outer world is in turmoil.”— Marci Shimoff, author of Happy for No Reason“A timely primer for finding timeless truths and harmony amidst the smoke and mirrors of illusion’s divine dance. I enjoyed reading it and found it useful too, as will you.”— Lama Surya Das, author of Awakening the Buddha Within and Make Me One with Everything“In this lucid, conversational, utterly engaging guide to contemplative methods, Phil Goldberg pays homage to the perennial wisdom traditions while skillfully translating them for this era of global crisis.”— Mirabai Starr, author of God of Love and Wild Mercy“Yes, the times are crazy, but you don’t have to be. . . . If you’re looking for a book that will keep you sane, Spiritual Practice for Crazy Times is it.”— Rabbi Rami Shapiro, author of Holy Rascals: Advice for Spiritual Revolutionaries“A beautiful and practical map for finding your way through difficult and challenging times with clarity, consciousness, and steadiness.”— Barbara De Angelis, Ph.D., author of Soul Shifts and The Choice for Love“A concise, practical, nonsectarian guide to the stuff that actually works, laid out by an easygoing, eminently sensible guide who’s been studying it, practicing it, and teaching it forever.”— Dean Sluyter, author of Natural Meditation and Fear Less“This practical, purposeful, wise, and immediately useful book is like the good friend who lovingly looks at you when you are scared or stressed and says, ‘Breathe!’”— Yogacharya Ellen Grace O’Brian, author of The Jewel of Abundance

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"We sometimes call things 'woo-woo' not because we're experts on those subjects, but because we're not experts and we haven't dived into all the available science and research. In this book, David has done a stellar job in gathering the science and philosophy of a range of seemingly woo-woo subjects and shown that they are, in fact, 'true-woo'." - Vex King, #1 Sunday Times bestselling author of Good Vibes, Good Life"Dr. David Hamilton is one of the leading experts in the field of the mind‑body connection. As a scientist, he bridges real science with human potential in order to prove to you how powerful you really are. This book will change your mind." - Dr. Joe Dispenza, New York Times best‑selling author of You Are the Placebo"Science has historically looked askance when faced with traditional healing systems. We now realize that alternative therapies and Western methods can be used together to reach a state of lasting wellness." - Deepak Chopra"Why Woo‑Woo Works is one of the clearest and most accurate expositions of alternative mind‑body practices that I’ve had the pleasure to read. Hamilton also offers explanations that help to demystify the woo‑woo taboo. A delightful and inspiring read." - Dean Radin, Ph.D., Chief Scientist, Institute of Noetic Sciences"David is an incredibly inspirational man who I’m proud to call a friend. His work has changed the lives of many and he stands out because he always strives to explore and answer the difficult questions using evidence and science, which in a world full of misinformation, is needed. A truly wonderful and fascinating book. A must‑read!" - Dr. Punam Krishan, GP, writer, and broadcaster"David’s emotionally moving and scientifically enlightening book delves deep into the big questions of spirituality and science. Read this book to open your mind and heart to the tremendous power of alternative therapies." - Dr. NNilesh Satguru, GP and high‑performance coach"Reading this book is like David giving us a scientific toy arm to finally be able to scratch that itch on our back in that unreachable spot for those of us who have resonated with woo‑woo since day one, but haven’t had the evidence‑based research compiled all in one place to back up what we feel and have experienced to be true. If medical students and sceptics everywhere were required to read this book, the world would be a more harmonious and healthy place." - Kelly Noonan Gores, director and executive producer of the HEAL documentary"Dr. David Hamilton is uniquely placed to give compassionate science‑backed perspectives on the role that the mind plays in helping to heal the body. In this book, David delves into what we know, whilst making space for what we don’t. The world needs more authors – and scientists – like David Hamilton." - Dr. Gemma Newman, GP and author of The Plant Power Doctor‘As a conscious filmmaker and meditation teacher, I find David’s book highly valuable for those scientific nuggets that back up what we know intuitively to be true. He helps us all bridge the gap from woo‑woo to, yes, you too!" - Adam Schomer, producer of HEAL and The Road to Dharma

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Book SynopsisTrade ReviewThis loving book comes from the heart of love of a daring explorer of the mysteries of the body. Open anywhere and be reminded how delicious it can be to simply take a breath. - Lorin Roche, Ph.D., author of The Radiance Sutras: 112 Gateways to the Yoga of Wonder and Delight and Meditation Made EasyIf I had to choose among the many books on breath and breathing, The Breathable Body is without question the one I would choose. While clarifying the anatomy, physiology, chemistry, and mechanics of breathing, Litman shows how breathing is a whole-body phenomenon of our dynamic, fluid organism. His depth and breadth of knowledge are present in each explanation and exploration, and if you are one of the millions suffering from a breathing, sleep, or anxiety disorder, chances are the information you need is in this book. - Don St John, Ph.D., author of Healing the Wounds of Childhood and Culture: An Adventure of a LifetimeRobert Litman shows how you can change your health, your mood, and your connection to all of life by changing how you breathe. Whether you struggle with breathing, need effective strategies for self-regulation, or want to more fully enjoy the pleasures of being alive, this book will provide insight and solutions to some surprisingly common health conditions. The Breathable Body is an essential tool for good health! - Sharon Weil, Registered Somatic Movement Educator, author of ChangeAbility: How Artists, Activists and Awakeners Navigate ChangeLitman draws on more than three decades of experience working with clients to bring together a resource accessible to everyone. What sets The Breathable Bodyapart is the connection it highlights between body and breath, and how breathing and movement are linked. Your doctor may not have told you about the benefits of breathing re-education. The Breathable Body does just that! If you breathe, this book is for you. - Patrick McKeown, Director of Education and Training at Buteyko Clinic International and author of The Oxygen AdvantageRobert provides a well-crafted paeon to the sacred and healing act of breathing; it is anatomy as poetry, required reading for anyone interested in the healing aspects of conscious breathing. - Karen M Gardner, PhD in Information Science, UC BerkeleyCombining memoir, breathing therapy, and inquiry into the dynamic movement of body and mind, The Breathable Body offers deep insights and practical instructions on every page. This is a highly relatable book you’ll return to again and again for sagely advice. - Matteo Pistono, author of Meditation: Coming to Know Your Mind and In the Shadow of the BuddhaRobert delivers a message in The Breathable Body that has the potential to not only improve your health but also enhance the quality of your life. He has managed to bridge the gap between cognitive understanding of the scientific knowledge of breathing processes while guiding his readers into an immediate somatic participation with the material. This book offers a transmission of intimate presence with oneself and a reminder that the sacred resides in the present moment. - Gael Rosewood, Continuum teacher, certified Rolfer, and CE teacher and mentor for both modalitiesConscious breathing has become a psychospiritual and energy-medicine meme, popularized in bodywork, yoga, and meditation circles to a degree that makes breathing so hyperconsciously conscious that it becomes even more unconscious. It takes a breath practitioner who has been through its many layers of morphogenesis, phenomenology, dynamic function, micromovement, and personal unlayering to teach you how to make your breathing more endurably conscious. Robert Litman is a true breath healer, explorer, and teacher. - Richard Grossinger, author of Bottoming Out the Universe and Dreamtimes and ThoughtformsRobert draws you into the world of breath like nothing I've read before! Whether you are looking for help for an ailment or want to enrich your life through breath, this book—steeped with rich resources to expand and explore breathing—is for you. - Bobbie Ellis, Continuum teacher and 500+ Experienced Registered Yoga TeacherRobert Litman takes us on a psychological journey, leading us through his own history with breathing and the metaphor for life that it has come to hold for him. Based on his hard-won wisdom, he guides us in practical ways that have helped so many—how to bring conscious breathing meaningfully into our lives. - Peter M. Litchfield, President, Graduate School of Behavioral Health Sciences, lecturer in respiratory psychophysiology, self-regulation science, and many other subjectsBreath spirals, listens, touches us on the inside, responds to kindness, tenderness, compassion, and gentleness, whispering its wildness into us. Others teach the science of breath, measuring and counting. Robert transmits the art and flow, letting breath lead us into the unknown. The Breathable Body offers a glimpse into the author’s love affair with breath, a quiet transmission into the most profound relationship we have. What a treasure this book is! - Roxanne Rhodes, Certified Yoga Instructor, Trager practitioner, and massage therapist

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Book SynopsisTrade Review“I have learned so much from Kimberly’s teachings for more than a decade, and this book is a life-changing read for creating more peace in your life.” — Drew Barrymore “This book is an engaging, inspiring, and helpful guide to resurrecting your soul so you can embrace who you are truly meant to be. The time to tune into the glory and power of the True Self is now.” — Deepak Chopra, New York Times best-selling author “You Are More Than You Think You Are is an intriguing and valuable practical guide that uniquely meshes ancient Eastern wisdom with the supportive science of mental wellness. No matter where you are in your personal journey, this book helps enhance your emotional resilience and let go of blocks that keep you from sustaining a positive, healthy perspective on life.” — Dan Buettner, #1 New York Times best-selling author, National Geographic Fellow, and founder of the Blue Zones “Kimberly Snyder is one of the most vibrant spiritual writers of the day. This book will not only inspire you to see beyond your limitations, it will draw you ever closer to your True Self, that inner place of transcendent beauty, personal power, and infinite potential.” — Gary Jansen, award-winning author of MicroShifts “You Are More Than You Think You Are is an empowering guide into awakening the conscious and fearless warrior that lies within us all. Kimberly thoughtfully weaves together ancient teachings, science, inspiring personal stories, and daily practices that give the reader a roadmap to harnessing the power of living from the True Self.” — Dr. Shefali Tsabary, New York Times best-selling author and clinical psychologist “In You Are More Than You Think You Are, Kimberly Snyder takes you on a journey to break through all the stories, shame, and blockages that have stopped you from being the light that you are. Step-by-step you are guided to see that love is not something you go searching for, but more so something that is already here within you. I was moved by the vulnerability and strength held within this book.”— Kyle Gray, best-selling author of Raise Your Vibration and Angel Prayers“The wisdom of India has guided millions in the quest to discover who and what they really are. No one did more to foster that East-West transmission than Paramahansa Yogananda, and this wise, user-friendly book shows exactly how to use his powerful teachings to make our lives deeper, happier, and more fulfilling.” — Philip Goldberg, author of The Life of Yogananda and Spiritual Practice for Crazy Times“Truly empowering! Kimberly is addressing a very needed topic in her new book. I highly recommend this book if you want to learn how to embrace and love yourself.” — Dr. Karol Darsa, author of The Trauma Map and executive director of the Reconnect Center “This book is an accessible guide in showing how ancient teachings can help create success, joy, and fulfillment in modern life.”— GT Dave, founder and CEO of GT’s Living Foods

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Book SynopsisTrade Review“Mandy’s work is devoted to people and their emotional struggles as they search for purpose and validation in a world where the most enlightened are ignored. This powerful healing work is something that’s missing in the world of mental and physical health today and is a light for others to find themselves and create new references and meaningful experiences that can be channeled to overcome any obstacle and succeed beyond their wildest dreams. Mandy shows that you have the power to change reality on your terms with your own free will.” — Anthony William, The Medical Medium, # 1 New York Times best-selling author of the Medical Medium book series, and chronic illness expert“In a world that can sometimes be dark, Mandy’s love, integrity, and authenticity is a breath of fresh air. Manifesting what you want doesn’t have to be slow and painful. It can be fun and easy and Mandy shows you how.” — Nina Dobrev, actress, director, producer“In this book, Mandy Morris will teach you practical ways to raise your energetic vibration. She offers powerful wisdom to help you attract what you want in your life. A must-read.” — Marci Shimoff, #1 New York Times best-selling author of Happy for No Reason and Chicken Soup for the Woman’s Soul“Mandy is a wealth of wisdom and heart. She’s able to simplify the esoteric into practical information to bring joy, love, and manifestation into one’s life.” — Kimberly Van Der Beek, wellness blogger and environmental rights activist“Mandy’s work is a unique bridge between modern psychology and spirituality delivered with accuracy, compassion, and unconditional love. Among other things, Mandy’s teachings give us a deep understanding for our less desired sides so we can be more loving towards ourselves and thus others. This understanding is, in my opinion, what mankind needs so desperately today to heal.” — Dr. Afsoon Pouya, coach and Cognitive Behavioral Therapist, founder of True Vibration Academy“Having known Mandy Morris for years, I have seen how her techniques impact a person’s life. In fact, I have personally experienced the life-changing results of her teachings. Above that, Mandy’s ability to improve lives comes from her profound love for all. A love that can transform each of us.” — Michael Barnes, Ph.D., microbiologist, geneticist, and business coach“Mandy’s profound insights lay out the most important principles to mastering manifestation so you can live out your dreams, manifest a life full of abundance, and put your spiritual understanding into practice.” — Peter Nguyen, CEO of Ad Exchange Group, Ernst & Young National Finalist Entrepreneur of the Year

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Book SynopsisThe best-selling author of 14,000 Things to Be Happy About, Barbara Ann Kipfer has poured her creativity into yet another irresistible book of bite-size inspiration. Following 1,000 Ways to Live Wild, this beautifully illustrated list book is a perfect gift for busy professionals or anyone seeking more balance in their hectic lives.

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Book SynopsisIn an age of obsessive productivity and stress, this illustrated ode to idleness invites readers to explore the pleasures and possibilities of slowing down. Beloved author and illustrator Roman Muradov weaves together the words and stories of artists, writers, philosophers, and eccentrics who have pursued inspiration by doing less. He reveals that doing nothing is both easily achievable and absolutely essential to leading an enjoyable and creative life. Cultivating idleness can be as simple as taking a long walk without a destination or embracing chance in the creative process. Peppered with playful illustrations, this handsome volume is a refreshing and thought-provoking read.Trade Review"'There is lots to savour here, if you're the type of person who, like me, has a soft spot for Roland Barthes and faintly pretentious writing. Nice pictures too." -- The Spectator

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Book SynopsisFind out how to customize, interpret, and apply the wisdom of tarot to enhance every area of your life - your career, finances, relationships, and more.Get to know each card in detail - meet The Magician, who encourages you to trust in your abilities; connect with the nurturing instincts of The Empress; feel the confidence of The Chariot - and explore the meanings of each card for you.Discover how tarot readings can illuminate your unique path and lead to tangible, positive actions that you can apply day to day.Let Tarot guide you on a journey of self-knowledge and self-fulfillment.

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Book SynopsisCentered and Connected presents body-based techniques that integrate practices of self-reflection and non-judgmental awareness in order to foster healing, build self-esteem, and develop a stronger connection to one’s body. Author Rytz explores the disconnection between the mind and body, which can create alienation, lack of self-acceptance, and more serious emotional problems. Some of the body areas explored include the head, heart, hands, feet, stomach, and pelvis, as well as body-related phenomena such as the breath, gravity, and the voice. Each topic is followed by four simple and enjoyable activities meant to improve the body-mind relationship. There are 128 activities in all. More than 250 photographs and illustrations help readers visualize and utilize the exercises described.

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Book SynopsisHow do we free ourselves from the demon of self-concern? These instructions are found in Eight Verses for Training the Mind, one of the most important texts from a genre of Tibetan spiritual writings known as lojong (literally "mind training"). The root text was written by the eleventh-century meditator Langritangpa. His Holiness the Dalai Lama refers to this work as one of the main sources of his own inspiration and includes it in his daily meditations.

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Book SynopsisKing of the Empty Plain is familiar to every Tibetan yet nearly unknown in the rest of the world. Tangtong Gyalpo''s incredible lifespan, profound teachings, unprecedented engineering feats, eccentric deeds, and creation of Tibetan opera have earned this fascinating figure a unique status in Tibetan culture. Believed to be the great Indian master Padmasambhava appearing again in the world to benefit living beings, he discovered techniques for achieving longevity that are still held in highest esteem and are frequently taught six hundred years later. His construction of fifty-eight iron suspension bridges, sixty wooden bridges, 118 ferries, 111 stupa monuments, and countless temples and monasteries in Tibet and Bhutan remains an awe-inspiring accomplishment. This book is a detailed study of the life and legacy of this great master. An extensive introduction discusses Tangtong Gyalpo''s Dharma traditions, the question of his amazing longevity, his "crazy" activities manifested to enhance his own realization and to benefit others, and his astonishing engineering and architectural achievements. The book includes a complete translation of the most famous Tibetan biography of Tangtong Gyalpo, as well as the Tibetan text and English translation of a unique early manuscript describing his miraculous death. The text is further enriched with ten color plates and seventy-seven black-and-white illustrations.

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Book SynopsisUnderstanding how our actions words and thoughts interact enhances our ability to progress in spiritual practice and brings us closer to self-realization. In a warm informal style Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche opens up Tibetan meditation practice to both beginners and experienced students placing as much emphasis on practice as on knowledge. Depending on the sources of the problems in our lives he offers practices that work with the body speech or the mind—a collection of Tibetan yoga exercises visualizations, sacred sound practices, and spacious meditations on the nature of mind. Together he says knowledge and regular meditation practice can alter our self-image and lead to a lighter more joyful sense of being. The stillness of the body the silence of speech and the spacious awareness of mind are the true three doors to enlightenment.

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Book SynopsisTHE EASY DOES IT MEDITATION BOOK AND RECOVERY FLASH CARDS are a profound, challenging and comforting book and card set - one for each week of the year. These wise and witty musings are meant to encourage and inspire anyone travelling on the path of recovery.The fifty-two Recovery Flash cards contain specially selected line drawings, Twelve-Step folk wisdom and quotes from The Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous. This is the essential tool for embracing the challenges of recovery. It provides a quick pick-me-up, a gentle reminder to refocus on your spiritual programme and a way of getting back on track.The good news is we can find serenity by doing nothing. It doesn''t cost any money and it doesn''t require anything out of us. The bad news is we can find serenity by doing nothing, we can''t buy it and it doesn''t need anything out of us. Therein lie''s the challenge! - Mary FaulknerBook and card set with 52 Cards

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Book SynopsisConnect more meaningfully to the cultural wisdom and spiritual teachings of Buddhism. Explore Buddhist traditions and older ways of connecting with spirituality by going straight to the heart of mystical traditions. Zen Buddhism explores the spiritual teachings that have thrived throughout Chinese culture and many other societies. With this guidebook for both newcomers to spiritual practice and those searching for a concise reference to a long history, discover how to honor your connection to nature and reach your full potential through Zen practice. Explore the history behind Buddhist practices and teachings, and then engage with them firsthand, forming a deeper bond with yourself and the world. Illuminated by beautiful illustrations, this guide presents: The history of Buddhism Meditations and rituals to bring the ancient wisdom into modern life Key concepts and figures of Buddhist teachings As with every title in the Mystic Traditions series, Zen Buddhism is a celebration of a unique and beautiful culture. As such, the subject matter and content has been treated with the utmost care and respect to ensure an accurate and reverent presentation that is accessible to a variety of audiences, and serves to further educate and foster support for these rich practices and traditions for years to come.Zen Buddhism is your engaging, accessible, and hands-on introduction to the deep magic and spirituality of Buddhism. The Mystic Traditions series explores mystical and spiritual traditions and magical practices from around the world from a modern perspective. These guides offer concise introductions to the origins of mystical practices; explain key concepts, figures, and legends in these traditions; and give straightforward and engaging instruction on how to connect directly with these practices through rituals, spells, and more. Also available in the Mystic Traditions series: Native American Spiritualism, Celtic Mysticism.

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Book Synopsis“The present moment is filled with joy and happiness,” says Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh. “If you are attentive, you will see it.” In Joy, author and teacher Cher Kaufmann offers readers several ways to become open to joy. Here are uplifting, hand-drawn mantras for readers to color. By interacting on the page with the words through color, the exercise becomes meditative. Kaufmann also provides dozens of her beautiful illustrations to color, simplified here to basic patterns and symbols so they can be completed in just a few minutes. In only ten minutes, readers will be able to tap into the ancient knowledge and deep wisdom of this art through coloring, but also through carefully curated short meditations and tips for attaining bliss. Research has shown that simply by thinking positively, people can train themselves to have more of these thoughts. The brain regions that regulate happiness literally receive a surge of blood. Like a river on a bed of rocks, this carves out a neural pathway, making it easier for more joy to flow. Bring it on!

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Book SynopsisPracticing gratitude is easy, and the benefits are huge. In this little book of essential mindfulness and coloring, bestselling author and teacher Cher Kaufmann helps readers to focus on the good and leave the rest behind. She provides hand-drawn inspirational quotes to color. Interacting on the page with the words, “When eating a fruit, think of the person who planted the tree,” gives the artist a double dose of self-worth. Coloring has shown time and again to calm body and soul. Here are very simple line drawings of symbols and nature to color in ten minutes or less. Rounding out the book are meditations, musings, and suggestions for discovering inner grace. Science has shown that gratitude heals those who embrace it on multiple levels. Such people are more optimistic and hopeful, sleep better, and experience less anxiety and depression. Every page of Gratitude inspires readers to tap into their own gratitude and celebrate the wonder that is life. Rather than waiting for a holiday to give thanks, start now.

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Book SynopsisThere are two essential elements to the spiritual path says this popular teacher from the lineage of Chögyam Trungpa: (1) understanding that you’re already enlightened, already perfect in wisdom right here and now, and (2) accessing that natural wakefulness through spiritual practice. These two aspects depend upon each other and work together. Gaylon Ferguson’s teaching on the twin aspects of view and practice is a perfect introduction for the beginning meditator and it offers fresh perspectives for the non-beginner too.

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Book SynopsisLessons on the true purpose and power of meditation, from one of the great mastersAccording to the Buddha, no one can attain basic sanity or enlightenment without practicing meditation. It is the essential spiritual practice—and nothing else is more important. In The Path is the Goal, Chögyam Trungpa teaches us to let go of the urge to make meditation serve our ambition; thus we can relax into openness. We are shown how the deliberate practice of mindfulness develops into contrived awareness, and we discover the world of insight that awareness reveals. We learn of a subtle psychological stage set that we carry with us everywhere and unwittingly use to structure all our experience—and we find that meditation gradually carries us beyond this and beyond ego altogether to the experience of unconditioned freedom. The teachings presented here—all in Trungpa''s concise, accessible style—provide the foundation that every practitioner needs to awaken as the Buddha did.

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