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The Razorblade of Zen introduces Zen Buddhism and its unique meditation as a nonmystical, plain and simple, physical approach to finding sanctuary and self-examination amid the hectic everyday life that people face. Many people still harbor misconceptions about Zen despite the mainstreaming of meditation and the dissemination of Zen publishing. This book clarifies the real Zen and defines its plac

On a remote island, among sand dunes, adjacent to a lake, and on a rocky beach—these are just some of the stunning sites of the architect-designed contemporary houses featured in this celebration of getaways that connect strongly with nature. Renowned architecture and design commentator Stephen Crafti takes us on a private tour of residential getaways across the US and Canada, Australia, Italy, an

To meditate, you really don't have to learn to do anything. You simply have to be. In fact, the whole idea of Complete Meditation is to stop doing whatever you are already doing, and focus completely on the subject of your meditation.Whether you've meditated before or not, this is the book that simplifies all the techniques, from the easiest to the most advanced. It's the book that removes the blo

Birth Pattern Psychology presents a new method of personality assessment. Human needs, attitudes, and behaviors define the book's content. By blending the pioneering concepts of Jung, Horney, and Freud with the contemporary insights of Maslow, Perls, and Sartre, the author provides a context for understanding what people communicate through actions and words.Part One: A Synthesis presents the conc

Charlotte Whitney's Win-Win Negotiations for Couples is the first book to apply the successful "win-win" principle from business management to interpersonal relationships. The first chapter includes methods for setting up a personal negotiation session, rules of conduct, and tools for effective communication. Remaining chapters are organized around subjects which are common sources of conflict. Wi

Discover Your Past Lives contains dozens of exercises and techniques that you can do alone or with friends, as well as case studies of people just like you who have benefited from past-life recall. Its easy, fun and enlightening. Through reliving previous existences you can awaken talent you haven't used for centuries, find relief from physical or emotional pain, improve your relationships, visit

Throughout history, the shaman has been an important figure in many cultures, including most Native American tribes, the Ainu of Japan, The Northern Aranda of Australia, and much of pre-Roman Europe. The shaman state is one involving special insight and magical powers. In Shamanism for Everyone, Gini Graham Scott shows you how to gain shamanistic wisdom safely and easily, and how to use it in your

Until now, for most of us, each passing year brings diminished vitality and energy losses in efficacy, and a sense of shutting down that usually ends in retirement, illness, accidents, or bedridden senility. What is needed are clear alternatives to the process of aging itself.After twelve years of research, direct involvement, and interviews with thousands of aging individuals, I have discovered t

Some people among us have shown remarkable powers of mind, body, and spirit. The names of Irene Hughes, Olof Jonsson, Jane Roberts, John Catchings, Olga Worrall, Deon Frey and others bring a feeling of awe to most of us. Brad Steiger has known these people personally and has discovered that many of their extraordinary gifts are available to us all. In Exploring the Power Within he uses interviews

In The Teaching Power of Dreams, Sherry and Brad Steiger present a fascinating study of the value and importance of dreams. Eleven chapters discuss the correlation between dreaming and health, dreams that foretell the future or provide warnings, dreams of UFO contact, dream teachings from the future, finding your dream lover, and other provocative topics. A dream dictionary defining the various me

There is an enormous amount of archetypal power and energy to be gained from an exploration of American Indian medicine.These ancient techniques of medicine power speak to us today as they did in the past, and they open the door to a more productive and empowered future. The focus of this book is on the empowerment of the individual reader. Personal exercises are included which allow the reader to

Here, Morwyn details the history, lore, and uses of perfumes, incenses, magical sachets, potpourris, baths, and other fragrance formulas and applies them to ritual magic, healing, and perfumery. Included are formulas, spells, and rituals that take advantage of the power of scent to create magic in your daily life. Experienced Witches will enjoy this volume as a valuable addition to their occult li

Using methods developed by ancient Astrologers, Lee Lehman works to strengthen techniques used by Astrologers today. The task of Classical Astrology today is twofold: to recover these techniques and to evaluate and understand them within a modern context. She presents both techniques and the logic behind them to radically improve all Astrology, regardless of whether the practitioner chooses to ado

This fascinating and original method of divination brings together two treasure-troves of occult wisdom for the first time. The Crystal Tree combines the mystery of the Kabbalistic Tree of Life and the magic of gemstones. By interpreting patterns between the stones and the sephiroth of the Tree, you can find answers to perplexing questions or gain insight into yourself and your relationship with o

"Sailor Jerry" Collins of Honolulu, Hawaii, is arguably the greatest tattoo artist of the 21st Century. His best-known contributions are the now classic designs . . . fat round roses, plump pin-ups, and scathing military/political cartoons. Now, in a second volume, more of his great stencils are reproduced. Hand-cut, hundreds of basic line works are printed here for the first time. The pages are p

With over 800 stunning color photographs, this book displays ceramics once proclaimed to be the "fastest-selling decorative art pottery," Roseville's Artcraft, Cherub Cameo, Donatello, Pine Cone Modern, and Wincraft lines.The thorough text explores the history of the famous Roseville Pottery Company, from its beginnings in Roseville, Ohio, in 1890 through its closure in Zanesville, Ohio, in 1954.

Explore 31 of Connecticut's most haunted sites along with a clairvoyant with first hand knowledge of the spirits of whom she speaks! On this spectral tour encounter ghosts in famous homes, including the residences of Mark Twain and Harriet Beecher Stowe. The lively spirits in Hartford, Fairfield, Litchfield County, Middlesex, New Haven, New London, Tolland, and Windham County are all revealed. Mee

Levitation is a rare phenomenon that has been experienced not only by saints, mystics, and mediums, but also by housewives, businessmen, farmers, young children, and other seemingly normal people. In fact, research points to the probability that all people posess the ability. This book tells the story of how levitation has been understood and treated according to its time and place in history. Hum

Are angels at work; or devils at play? Take a walk with Christian Voodoo for a tour of an unusual history of faith and its obscure hold on people's lives. Find Christian practices, past and present, for:- Determining what is lucky or unlucky;- How to improve your fortune;- Recognizing omens and clues to future events;- Using your faith to cure nightmares, illnesses and fever;- Ensuring a happy mar

Finally, a children's workbook designed for Pagan families! Rich, exciting stories to read together and discuss, as well as activities to reinforce lessons in a fun way. Chock-full of puzzles, games, mythology, beautiful illustrations, and Pagan symbols, this workbook teaches the basic Wiccan belief system. Let this be a family affair, with parents, older siblings, and young children taking part i