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Explore the biomechanics of 30 key yoga asanas, in-depth and from
every angle, and master each pose with confidence and control.
Introducing Science of Yoga - an all-encompassing science book to
help you better understand yoga anatomy in order to perfect your
practice and poses Did you know that yoga practice can help treat
age-related memory loss better than brain-training games? Recent
scientific research now supports what were once anecdotal claims
about the benefits of yoga to every system in the body. Science of
Yoga provides a detailed insight into variations of key yoga poses
and the specific benefits of different styles of yoga on the human
body, system by system. Dive right in to discover: -Specially
commissioned CGI artworks show 30 asanas in depth and detail the
physics of the pose - 16 spreads of clear, easy-to-understand
scientific facts and research answering key questions around
ancient and modern claims - Illustrated section on the benefits of
yoga on the human body system by system - Easy-to-understand
research is presented in an easy-to-understand format with
illustrated pullouts, debunking the myths and explaining the
scientific facts, from breathing techniques to mindfulness Science
of Yoga is a riveting read, and reveals how your blood flow,
respiration, muscles and joints work below the surface of each yoga
pose, whilst teaching you to achieve technical excellence in your
practice, from the comfort of your own home. The first yoga book on
the market to combine detailed anatomical drawings, pose mechanics
and key scientific research, Science of Yoga is a must-have volume
for yoga beginners and professionals alike, seeking an accessible
and easy-to-read guide on the effects of yoga on the human body
from a scientific standpoint. Whether you're looking to take up
yoga this New Year, or your yoga poses are already perfect, this
science book sets out to separate the facts of yoga from the myths,
with proven scientific research.
Sandy Peckinpah's sixteen-year old son woke up with a fever and
was dead the next morning of bacterial meningitis... her life
changed forever.She found herself in the depths of unimaginable
despair. Then, someone gave her a journal, and writing opened her
journey of self-discovery in learning how to live life without her
beautiful child. Words illuminated her path of discovery and she
began to document the things that helped her, and others like her,
to find resilience. This is a practical, inspirational guide to
coping with the many facets of bereavement; learning how to talk
about your loss, the aftermath of sorrow, handling fear and anger,
helping your living children adjust, strengthening your marriage,
experiencing miracles, and the promise that you will regain a
quality of life where you'll feel joy once again.If you've lost a
child or know someone who has, Sandy's story is one you'll relate
to and find comfort in knowing you're not alone.
Six hundred years ago, Chinese ImperialPhysician Lord Liu Chun
dedicated his life to finding cures for common ailments and solving
the mystery of longevity. Today, modern researchers continue to
pursue cures for the same ailments. Currently, experimentation is
being conducted on the same substances that Lord Liu identified six
hundred years ago
For centuries, the Liu family has guarded the secrets Lord Liu
discovered about healthy living and disease prevention through
experiments he conducted in order to ascertain the most effective
treatment of a wide range of diseases and health issues. Recently,
Dr. Liu Hong Zhang, Lord Liu's twenty-fourth-generation descendant,
published a portion of these family secrets in three tomes-"Lord
Liu Chun's Enhancement of Life, Your Lifestyle is the Cause of
Disease, " and "Beware of Medicine."
Dr. Liu wrote the books despite opposition from family members
who didn't want him to reveal the secrets. His vision was to share
the family's wealth of knowledge, and the three books disclose a
tenth of Lord Liu's research. The words of Lord Liu Chun and his
twenty-fourth-generation ancestor, as well as the Liu family
recipes, formulae, and history that appear in "Lord Liu Chun's
Secrets of Longevity" are taken and translated fromthese three
books.
When two year old Daniel lay motionless on the floor staring at
the ceiling, his mother had no idea that he was exemplifying the
first symptoms of what would be diagnosed as autism two years
later.
The emergency room visit on that June 2002 afternoon resulted in
a forty-eight hour hospital stay where Daniel was afterwards
discharged with a simple, "rough horseplay" diagnosis. However,
within the weeks that followed he lost his speech, hearing, and
cognitive skills, eventually slipping into a world of his own.
Daniel was born a very healthy, bouncing, bundle of joy. He was
an even more active toddler. However, in one moment of time his
laughter ceased, the pitterpatter of his little feet racing through
the house ended, and his voice that was once heard in family
conversations was replaced by ear-piercing screams and whines as he
tried to communicate his needs.
Convinced that Daniel was misdiagnosed, his mother prayed and
began to seek help. Without knowing the giant she was facing, she
relentlessly looked for answers and found them. On May 19, 2004,
Daniel was diagnosed with autism. But that was not the end of the
story Instead, it was just the beginning
Rainbow Over My House is the amazing story of Daniel's journey
from pain and agony, to triumphant victory over autism As you read
this wonderful story you will laugh, cry tears of joy, and even
cheer as it shares details of Daniel's victory, such as him winning
a potato sack race at a picnic Expect your faith to be ignited as
you find the hope and courage to once again believe in miracles
A leading mind-body researcher provides an invaluable resource of
solid scientific evidence for consciousness-based healing--along
with practices anyone can use. Spontaneous remission, the placebo
effect, and energy healing--these phenomena have baffled the
medical community for decades. What do all these marvels tell us?
"Our current models of medicine fall short of understanding the
depths of our human healing potential," says Dr. Shamini Jain. "We
are on the cusp of finally becoming awake to our human healing
potential. A growing number of scientists are exploring a new
path--a true expansion of science joined with understandings from
ancient concepts of spirituality." With Healing Ourselves, Dr. Jain
presents a new vision of health and healing. Here she rejects the
"either-or" thinking that has placed conventional medicine at odds
with so-called alternative methods--offering an integrated path
based on sound scientific evidence and personal empowerment. Join
her to explore: - Biofield science--peer-reviewed research on the
inseparable relationship between consciousness and healing - The
placebo and beyond--what placebo research tells us about the power
of consciousness to heal ourselves, whether we choose drugs,
surgery, or holistic medicine - Evidence--what strong, published
research actually says about the healing power of holistic
practices such as yoga, tai chi, meditation, and energy healing -
The Healing Keys--in-depth instruction with evidence-based
recommendations and ancient spiritual practices that you can
integrate into your life for healing yourself Today more than ever,
we realize that we must change the way we think about health
care--and our ability to heal ourselves. "The good news is there is
a way forward," teaches Dr. Jain. "The flame that lights the path
burns brighter than the darkness of ignorance and suffering we have
found ourselves in." With Healing Ourselves, this inspiring teacher
shares a holistic model of health that we have known in our hearts,
all along, to be true.
Katherine and Annabelle grew up afraid, tormented, and used. It
finally took the courage and strength that Annabelle displays for
Katherine to face her past. In Tears Of My Shadow, the choice of
pushing all of the hurt down inside a place in their hearts that is
to unbearable to face or to stand up for what's right becomes a
conflict for the two sisters. Katherine must choose once and for
all to uncover the masked monster or to turn and hide from all the
pain. Annabelle shows her the strength that she needs but is it to
late to fix what's been broken? The betrayal felt by both sisters
is overwhelming. Can time heal the most deepest wounds? Or is it to
late for these two best friends to ever come together again?
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