Complementary-Therapy Books

This is a great book for thoses interested in learning more about lupus and its effect on African American women. I had no idea that lupus was so prevalent among African American women and let along how these women cope with this dreadful disease.

This book is a herbal of herbals, quoting ancient authors like Pliny the Elder, Dioscorides, John Gerard and the ninth century AD Juliana Anicia Herbal. -KVS

Rudolph Ballantine, M.D., in his new book, Radical Healing (an outstanding work) states is well: "... this well-worn volume is still my favorite reference for the English essences. It accurately reflects the 'generic' nature of the Bach remedies, whose scope seems to be broader than the many more specific remedies now available." Personally, I love Chancellor's work and feel my health library is not complete without it. Chancellor uses language precisely and describes each remedy in concise detail.

Dr. Eckman's book is an invaluable examination of the roots and development of acupuncture, both conceptually and historically, within Asia and in its movement to the West. Fascinating, insightful, and clearly written, "In the Footsteps of the Yellow Emperor" is a must-read for students and practitioners of Traditional Asian Medicine.

Mr. Nongard's "Inductions and Deepeners" communicates the practical applications of these techniques of hypnotherapy through demonstrations in his transcribed sessions, and he succinctly explains many of the subtleties inherent in the field. As a practicing hypnotherapist with a psychotherapy background, I immediately put Mr. Nongard's book to use in helping clients get better, sooner. This book over the past several months has become a companion guide to my practice.
--Gordon Leith, MA, LPC, MAC, SAP, CCH

I've been looking for a resource just like this one. I have an ever growing collection of books about meditation. Some are formally presented and strictly adhere to a particular religious or dogmatic affiliation. Others, like Inner Journeys, are more fluid and easier to tailor to particular needs or situations as required.

Inner Journeys is one of the better books in this later category that I've come across. The author has included three sections of meditations: metaphysical, magical, and mystical. Each section contains about 20 different self-guided meditations. The majority of these exercises include visualization aspects. The entries themselves are extremely rich in detail which only adds to the effect. Often just reading through these meditations, I found myself transported to another place and experience.

I'm very pleased with Inner Journeys. With so many different mediations to choose from, it is easy to find the visualization that I might require on any given day. Furthermore, I found myself becoming more open and creative with my regular mediations.

Having discovered my prostate cancer only this month, I was comforted and informed by INSIDE THE MIRACLE. I too had begun to suspect this cancer as one of the deepest lessons of my life...one I had to be careful to not misinterpret. I agree with Mark Nepo that it must be allowed to wash through us. He does and marvelous job of bringing home the life-long truths of living close...My wife and I were brought closer and made able to share deeper this experience. Thanks to him and his wife Anne and to the fine music that heals as well.

Robert S. Goldstein edits INTEGRATING COMPLEMENTARY MEDICINE INTO VETERINARY PRACTICE, an in-depth reference recommended for college-level veterinary library holdings and for practicing vets and clients. It covers complementary treatment options from Chinese herbal medicine and acupuncture to therapeutic nutrition, and takes a systems-based approach to familiarizing vets with terminology and processes of these alternative options. From key diseases to behavior issues and all the common physical problems of animals, a range of detail on key integrative treatment options from experts in herbal medicine, acupuncture and therapeutic nutrition provide an essential, key reference to any studying or working in the veterinary science field.

"Intentional Healing Consciousness And Connections For health And Well-Being" by scientist and transpersonal psychologist Jeanne Achterberg is a six-CD program of instruction that teachers the listener how to focus thoughts in the form of 'positive thinking' as a dynamic element in a process of personal healing and recovery from both physical and emotional trauma and illness. A cutting edge presentation of specific and practical guided techniques enabling men and women to harness the power of their minds to achieve and maintain optimal health and well-being, and even prevent the onset of disease through the positive impact of the mind and body dynamic, prevent the very occurrence of an illness. "Intentional Healing" offers the five core elements of intentional healing along with practical application advice; teaches the use of guided imagery in the healing process; reveals the basic elements of transpersonal imagery and the steps for practicing distance healing; covers leveraging the power of prayer in the process of healing; surveys the different levels of healing relationships; introduces advanced modalities with respect to the use of energy healing and the healing touch; emphasizes the importance of family and personal rituals; and even addresses basic shamanistic practices with respect to personal healing. Flawlessly recorded and superbly presented, "Intentional Healing" is an articulate program of instruction that is especially recommended as a core addition to personal, academic, and community library Alternate Medicine reference collections.

This book is a breath of fresh air for anyone interested in spirituality and health. The authors give you encouragement and wisdom for your dietary path. The main idea is - eat lots of fresh, unprocessed food. Pretty sound advice for anyone, but they then go into lovely detail about the spirtual properties of various foods. Eat well, be kind to your body, and the weight of the SAD (the standard american diet) will come off naturally.