Healing and Holistic therapies

In clinical trials, it's called the placebo effect. But patients treated with placebos don't just feel better. It's not just 'in their heads'.

A beautifully designed introduction to reiki, the Japanese system of energy healing. Practiced throughout the world, reiki has the phenomenal power to activate your body's natural healing processes, boost your overall wellbeing and bring you closer to a sense of wholeness. Through simple tips and exercises, this Little Book will teach you how to use this practice to improve your life and feel

From the Bestselling Author of Seth Speaks In September 1984, the voice that had spoken for one of the most profound and prolific metaphysical teachers of the 20th century fell silent. Seth, the entity who described himself as an “energy personality essence no longer focused in physical matter,” had spoken exclusively through Jane Roberts since 1963. During the long illness that led to her death,

A journey of healing and transformation through Toltec mysticism, shamanic dreaming, and the teachings of the Mayan prophecies. • The author studied with don Juan Matus and the Nagual sorcerers who taught Carlos Castaneda. • Includes numerous transcripts of Toltec Dreamwork sessions, providing examples of how dreamwork can transform personal life challenges. Merilyn Tunneshende lea

The Four Directions the four seasons and the four elements that make up the sacred hoop of the full circle must be in right relationship with one another or disharmony will result. Native American ritual has always emphasised the restoration of balance through ceremonies that provide a forum for learning transition and expressions of personal growth. Now Cherokee authors J. T. and Michael Garrett

A practical guide to the medicinal uses of over 450 plants and herbs as applied in the traditional practices of the Cherokee. • Details the uses of over 450 plants for the treatment of over 120 ailments. • Written by the coauthor of Medicine of the Cherokee (40,000 copies sold). • Explains the healing elements of the Four Directions and the plants associated with them. &bull

The serious practitioner´s in-depth guide to aromatherapy from a renowned leader in the field and expert in organic chemistry This distinguished organic chemist shares his in-depth knowledge of the particular current value of essential oils, for health on all levels. In an era when Western allopathic medicine has less and less appeal, this self-care method is a potent alternative, with roots g

This thorough guide profiles 375 different essential oils according to botanical family, habit and growth, chemical components, and actions. Historical notes and lore, often from Chinese alchemy as well as western botanical sources, are featured. Essays on evergreens, lavender, chamomile, jasmine, and more fill out important categories. Graceful botanical illustrations illuminate the text.

This book aims to provide the reader with essential information about the use of flower remedies in the treatment of animals of all kinds. Every year millions of family pets as well as farm animals often physically fit and healthy are put down to give human companions peace from incontinence noisiness unruliness aggression possessiveness excessive destructiveness or other problems. A behaviour pro

Written by an author who has practiced Iyengar-style yoga since 1971 and who studied with B. K. S. Iyengar himself, Yoga: Awakening the Inner Body is a thorough, up-to-date resource for students and teachers. Using questions such as "Do you have sloping shoulders or square-set shoulders?" and "Are the muscles at the back of your upper arms weak?" the book allows readers to tailor the instruction t

Shivananda introduces readers to the ancient solar yoga to heal the physical body, remove emotional traumas, and raise consciousness. Includes over 100 photographs to illustrate the gentle movements and very detailed and concise instructions on the visualizations and meditative exercises.

Flowing within our bodies is the energy that drives and maintains our life functions. This energy flows not only within our bodies, but, also, through the very fabric of the universe. In Asian traditions, people call this energy ki, chi or prana. There are seven major points of intersection for the flow of this energy running down the midline of our body. These points are called chakras. Chakra is

This simple yet powerful method can place the subconscious mind in direct contact with the Universal Mind--the all-seeing, all-knowing collective subconscious of the human race. Dr. Murphy offers positive proof this power exists.

This fully illustrated, step-by-step guide to simple pain relief covers everything from headaches to back pain to tennis elbow, all using Oriental massage and pressure techniques. Full-color illustrations and diagrams throughout.

For centuries Eastern traditions have taken the subject of entity possession quite seriously. Ayurveda, the traditional medicine of India, recognizes bhutas or entities and their influence on mental and physical well-being, as well as the ways they can be evicted from the individual. Now, in a work that is unique in Western literature, Dr. Samuel Sagan examines the problem of these incorporeal bei

Grief is love! All of us experience grief and loss if we are fortunate enough to love. Narelle Hudson has experienced her own share of grief and now works as a grief counsellor to assist others. Narelle has created LOVE AFTER LOSS to support you with practical, simple, and heart-felt suggestions on how to nurture yourself during this painful time.LOVE AFTER LOSS is a set of 56 message cards repres

Uncover how the light and darkness within you coexist as In Focus Shadow Work guides you in embracing your shadow self to discover a happier, more authentic you. Included inside the back cover is a gorgeously illustrated18 x 24–inchframeable poster featuring advice, meditation, and yoga poses to help you connect with your shadow and promote healing and peace.  Over the course of your life, yo

Since the earliest times, healing has been regarded as one of our most esteemed spiritual practices. Yet no one has ever clearly defined the inner experience of the healer/therapist during the healing moment. In this, her final book, respected Therapeutic Touch cofounder Dolores Krieger explores the energetic flow, intuitive knowing, and grounded centeredness that occur for a healer during a heali