Mind, body, spirit Books

This book covers basic knowledge of tuina (massage therapy), including detailed explanations of massage methods for common diseases and sub-health conditions. It is a simple, practical family healthcare book, with illustrations of the techniques...

Each season has its own identity, which comes with its own associated health risks. For example, many people report feeling sleepier in spring, and allergies and colds are common; while in summer, there is an increased risk of heatstroke, diarrhea and...

This follow-up to Uma Silbey'sThe Ultimate Guide to Crystals and Stones isdesigned to be instructional as well as inspirational, creating an opportunity through her extensive level of expertise so that you can examine and heal your emotional turmoil as...

This isn't a new drug, but it's now being used to treat depression with amazing results. What exactly is it? Is it safe? Is it right for you or your loved one?Suicide captures everyone's attention. Suicide is a tragedy usually preceded by plenty of pain...

Reclaiming magic and magical thought in the modern, mainstream worldThe modern Western world has often raised its eyebrows at magic, associating it with madness and superstition. However, this ignores the fact of the matter that magic is a universal...

A clear and concise introduction into the ancient and profound tradition of Tibetan Medicine.The holistic system of Tibetan medicine has proven over centuries to be extremely effective and complementary to modern Western medicine, especially for chronic...

The 'go to' self-help hand book for all aspects of vaginal health and ecology.In this book, medical herbalist Kathie Bishop draws on her passion and clinical experience of helping women achieve vaginal health and comfort following...

Despite one in three women going through an abortion at least once in their lifetime, it still very much exists in the underworld of our society. It remains illegal in many countries across the world, with women putting their lives at risk with...

An exploration of the history, folklore and medicinal uses of thirty Native European trees.In this beautifully illustrated book, which uses the author's own photographs, Christina Stapley provides a thorough and deep appreciation of trees as she...

The Dark Side of Dharma explores some of the possible undesirable side effects also known as 'adverse effects' - of meditation and mindfulness. Researcher Anna Lutkajtis investigates why these effects, which are well-known in spiritual and religious...

Have you been traveling down a dead-end road? Are you stuck in patterns of thinking, feeling and behaving that cause you unrest? Do you hear a voice within hinting that there is some greater purpose for you? Are you ready to revolutionize how you think,...

In 2003 John Michael Greer became the seventh Grand Archdruid of the Ancient Order of Druids in America (AODA), an initiatory organization teaching Celtic nature spirituality which was founded in 1912. The outcome was that his writings began to stray...

Herbal Medicine and Reproductive Health is a comprehensive textbook for practitioners, which provides in-depth information on the causes of infertility and subfertility in men and women, including both organic and functional infertility.This book offers...

The essays and articles collected in this volume sum up the first not-quite decade of John Michael Greer's career as a writer on magic and occultism. While they cover a range of subjects, all of them share a common theme and were shaped by...

A handbook created for practitioners working in health and well-being who want to build a thriving, sustainable practice, their way. Whether they are new or have been in practice for years, many find marketing and running a business overwhelming. This...

An in-depth guide to the history, theory, and practice of the divinatory art of geomancy.Here is a complete guide to the lost art of geomancy - one of the major divination systems that are part of the Western magical tradition.Geomancy is simple, quick,...

An extraordinary exploration of the forgotten history of the esoteric and its unexpected possibilities in our time.In these talks, written and presented to a variety of audiences between 2001 and 2010, John Michael Greer explores the forgotten history of...

This book is the holistic health road map for the interested, aware person in the twenty-first century.Following this path will allow you to take dynamic responsibility for your total wellness. Health maintenance, rapid disease recovery, personal...

Touched by Nature is about the incredible healing power of plants. Just as their bodies are able to heal our bodies, as evidenced by the many successes of herbal medicine, so their spirit - or energy - offers much needed help to our spirits.This book is...

Western herbal medicine, in its engagement with living plants and with herbs, has a great relevance to those that seek to move the human from the epicenter of everything and look to new ways of working with the "nonhuman." This book shows that hidden...

Herbal medicines have been used for many centuries to treat illnesses and restore health, and today herbalism still remains the most widely-practiced form of medicine around the world.Written by a leading medical herbalist, The Complete Herbal Tutor...

A concise and intelligent introduction to herbs and herbalism in women's health. More and more women are discovering that herbal remedies can provide natural and effective treatments for their health problems, particularly when orthodox methods...

A Woman's Book of Herbs is an extensive guide to using herbs for healing the mind, body, and spirit. This book is bursting with definitive information on a broad range of herbs including where, when, and how to collect them and the best methods...

A comprehensive guide to the understanding and practicing Buddhist meditationThe very idea that the teachings can be mastered will arouse controversy within Buddhist circles. Even so, Ingram insists that enlightenment is an attainable goal, once our...

Contemplative Wicca provides an exclusively contemplative practice of Wicca based on science, the concept of Oneness, and the traditional Wiccan veneration of nature. It offers a monotheistic, pagan theology and a unique and forward-thinking viewpoint on...

A beautifully illustrated guide on how to understand and engage with medicinal herbs.In her fascinating second book, full time medical herbalist, Lucy Jones, shares the characters and medicinal virtues of 108 herbs that she works with in her practice...

How to treat inflammation with herbs and lifestyle changes.Inflammation is a major scourge of modern life and most people are affected by it to one extent or another. It is the underlying reason for all the major chronic diseases we see today and is the...

Intended to train and stimulate the mind, this book aims to open readers up to unfamiliar ways of thinking through various new techniques and challenges, such as discursive meditation, awareness exercises and affirmation.This thought-provoking book was...

IPPY (Independent Publisher Book Award) Gold Award Winner Environment/Ecology Nautilus Award Silver, Inner Prosperity & Right Livelihood "Lindsey Roy proves beyond a shadow of a doubt that joy and happiness are just on the other side of the mountain...

This massage manual begins with a prayer for The Buddha and Dr. Shivaga Komarapaj. It covers all aspects of traditional Thai massage, as well as Brahma Vihara and Sen Sip Theory. Readers will study grouped lines on the client's body, points on the face...

Beware the Full Moon! Take a hair-raising tour of werewolf legends. Meet shape-shifters, dogmen, and all variety of human and lupine mixes in this blood curling story collection from two distinguished paranormal researchers!From today's...

The Triple Burner, arguably the most mysterious organ system in Chinese Medicine, is finally getting a comprehensive analysis from a master, Dr. Leon Hammer. In this text Dr. Hammer brings together decades of experience and insights from both himself as...

The masterpiece we have all been waiting for in this classic text from the 60s, Ergot Alkaloids comes to life in the English translation of Albert Hofmann's historic encyclopedia of Ergot Alkaloids and their derivatives.This title is a detailed account...

Body-trusting Toolkit and MAIA Scale: Multidimensional Assessment of Interoceptive Awareness Overview of attentional strategies, respiratory work, Reiki, sensory awareness, and other somatic practices.Rigorous interviews with researchers throughout the...

2024 Nautilus Award Gold Medal Winner! This awe-inspiring guide weaves together permaculture design, food resiliency, climate adaptation, community organizing, and indigenous wisdom that you can implement in your own backyard.This book has been crafted...

It is a book about gaining faith in yourself and your abilities. I went through this journey in my mid-fifties as I was starting menopause and then found out I needed open heart surgery. I got back on track eventually and resumed my current obsession,...

This work is a guide to healing old wounds that allow the mind to become strong enough so that it can eventually transcend itself; thereby freeing oneself from the ultimate source of misery - the egoic content. Thinking addiction, like any addiction,...

Check out the premier resource for women interested in harnessing the power of psilocybin, AKA magic mushrooms - from how to microdose and trip sit (yes, that's a thing) to understanding the latest psychedelic research - all in a decidedly...

"Grow Younger with Howie Reed" has 74 principles on how to grow younge. The book starts with the mind. Nothing is more powerful than the human brain. We must learn to control it. Thoughts are things! It goes into details about the body, face, diet and...

This is not a book about mysticism, nor about meditation. It introduces a radically different way to cultivate a contemplative attitude, a way for all humans but known to only a handful of western people. A way of simplicity for a culture addicted to...

Timeless You-th is the story of Jeff Crippen's journey through the traditional medical system trying to find an effective treatment for debilitating migraines. Despite seeking the best that medical care had to offer, from renowned doctors to...

Qgng Small Circulation meditation has been known for centuries to not only promote health and longevity but also to open a path toward spiritual enlightenment.Small Circulation meditation is the practice of circulating energy within the human body...

For over one thousand years, Bodhidharma's (Da Mo) timeless qigong classics have been considered the key to enlightenment and long-lasting youth.This third edition includesUpdated pinyin that includes diacritical tonal marks (for proper pronunciation of...

For all students of tai chi, the 3rd edition of the best-selling book Tai Chi Theory & Martial Power includes a new and modern easy-to-follow layout. Each technique is presented in large photographs with detailed instructions. Motion arrows are used...

A comprehensive manual for living a spiritual life, based on a verse-by-verse commentary on India's timeless scripture - from the author of its best-selling translation.(The ebook The Bhagavad Gita for Daily Living 9781586381455 includes all three...

A comprehensive manual for living a spiritual life, based on a verse-by-verse commentary on India's timeless scripture - from the author of its best-selling translation.(The ebook The Bhagavad Gita for Daily Living 9781586381455 includes all three...

A comprehensive manual for living a spiritual life, based on a verse-by-verse commentary on India's timeless scripture - from the author of its best-selling translation.(The ebook The Bhagavad Gita for Daily Living 9781586381455 includes all three...

Inhabiting a landscape, walking a landscape, writing a place and time.Linda Cracknell is a writer of place and nature who believes in being alert, observing, and writing from the particulars of each experience. Engaging bodily with her writing, she is...