The lure of the unavailable man is a mystery to many. Why is she wasting her time? But, for many others, it is a deep-seated pattern. Time and again, they fall for someone who for one reason or anothe
“Zen” and “mindfulness” are buzzwords these days, but few people know what they really mean. And what does “Zen” have to do with cooking? Is there a “Zen” way to cook? Gesshin Claire Greenwood wants t
While the power of mindfulness and meditation have become well-known in the culture at large — in therapy, medicine, and spirituality — their use in education is just beginning. But teachers who incor
Therapist and former pilot Tom Bunn has helped thousands overcome fear of flying with this life-changing yet simple methodology, and now he’s designed an approach that will help anyone suffering from
Many of us intuitively feel that reality contains a spiritual dimension hidden from our five senses. For author and channeler Lee Harris, that spiritual dimension became startlingly real one day when
Sophrology was created 60 years ago in Spain by Professor Alfonso Caycedo, a psychiatrist and neurologist searching for a gentle practice to ease the physical and mental stresses of daily life for his
Seven Practices of a Mindful Leader evolved out of Marc Lesser’s work helping to create Search Inside Yourself, a mindfulness-based emotional intelligence program at Google. It builds on his exp
There are countless diets, cleanses, and 30-day challenges all geared to help people lose weight, heal their digestion, and feel more energy. Yet, these temporary protocols fall short when it comes to
Unlike antidepressants, which treat the symptoms, rather than the root causes of depression, interpersonal psychotherapy (IPT) alleviates depression — quickly and long-term — by improving
While growing up has never been easy, today’s world undeniably presents kids and their parents with unprecedented challenges. The upside, cites Maureen Healy, is a widespread acknowledgment that emoti
Everyone knows what it’s like to be knocked off center, to have your inner sense of balance and centeredness, your sense of knowing how the world works and how to cope with life’s unexpected curve bal
In the 21st century, one might assume that pain — from headache to backache, neck to knees — is an easily treatable non-issue. It is not. Millions of doctor and emergency room visits relat
Whether we realize it or not, we are always telling stories. On a first date or job interview, in a sales presentation or therapy appointment, with family or friends, we are constantly narrating event
Jan Mundo has been healing headaches for more than forty-five years. Initially she didn’t know how she did this; she only knew that if someone told her they had a headache, she could place her h
Millions of people are trying to lose weight. But the ideas that overweight people are lazy, lack will power, or just love food hamper their success because the underlying reason for overeating is not
As the modern Western lifestyle spreads around the globe, so too does metabolic syndrome — a cluster of symptoms that increases the risk of developing heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and other
This beautiful journal offers a wonderful way to reflect on some of the most insightful and life-changing passages from Eckhart Tolle’s brilliant book, and a place to write whatever you wish.Terms lik
Like yoga and meditation before it, mindfulness seems to be having its moment in the spotlight. It is a buzzword in everything from medicine, the military, and education to sports, prisons, and therap
If you live with a cat (and let’s be clear, you are living with your cat, not the other way around) you may also be living with a guru. You may have noticed “your” cat’s smarts
This accelerated step-by-step course in sensing energy is taught by Orin, a wise and gentle spirit teacher channeled by Sanaya Roman. Using these easy-to-follow processes, thousands have learned to cr
It’s easy to assume that Martin Luther King Jr.’s famous and endlessly influential “I Have a Dream” speech was pre-scripted, vetted by others, written and re-written. It was not. Instead it was given
Not everyone is a natural writer. In fact, most people don’t think seriously about writing until, one day, they’re suddenly called upon to write an office memo or a wedding speech — and find themselve
The phrase “it’s a dog’s life” connotes happy-go-lucky days of pleasure and ease. But our canine companions are in many ways our captives. No matter how cushy their captivity, we decide what and when
Seldom does a book come along that speaks to the core issues in life with the clarity and wisdom of Simple Truths. Drawing on the insights put forth in his widely praised book, Letters to My Son, awar
Many couples start out believing they like the same things, see people the same way, and share a united take on the world. It feels wonderful! But inevitably differences are found and it can be profou
Philosopher, author, and lecturer Alan Watts (1915–1973) popularized Zen Buddhism and other Eastern philosophies for the counterculture of the 1960s. Today, new generations are finding his writi
Step into Your Moxie is a soul-stirring call to action for women to speak up for themselves and the ideas and issues that matter most to them. Alexia Vernon fuses hilarious stories and actionable advi
Most children delight in interacting with ladybugs, butterflies, even ants. At a petting zoo, they marvel at goats, cows, and chickens. They often go on to lock eyes with a dog, cat, or hamster. Rescu
Lauded by new and veteran writers, publishing professionals, and critics alike, this is the authoritative guide for getting writing read, represented, and published. Jeff Herman, a highly successful l
Feelings of loss, grief, and rage are common during divorce. But one of the most debilitating feelings women going through divorce experience is paralyzing impotence. While a woman may act forcefully
Many people fantasize about dramatically changing their lives, “chucking it all,” living in accordance with their ideals rather than the exigencies of job, bills, and possessions. William
Many women feel alienated from the spiritual paths outlined by traditional religions and by those described by popular spiritual alternatives. This “ode to the Feminine Wild” speaks to tho
A lost classic, now back in print Most books about happiness sell the idea that happiness comes from having or doing something. In this bold and iconoclastic work, however, philosopher Alan Watts off
Overbooking and under-sleeping have become status symbols, having it all synonymous with doing it all, and uni-tasking only for under-achievers. It may not be possible to return to a time when driving
Funeral expenses in the United States average more than $10,000. And every year conventional funerals bury millions of tons of wood, concrete, and metals, as well as millions of gallons of carcinogeni
In his mid-twenties, Mike Murphy found his life unraveling as he struggled with alcoholism, poverty, and a failed marriage. By chance, a sympathetic friend referred Murphy to the “mystery man,&r
