Body, Mind, & Spiritual Books

The Science of Premonitions: How Knowing the Future Can Help Us Avoid Danger, Maximize Opportunities, and Create a Better Life, Dossey, Larry ISBN: 9780452296329

"Larry Dossey is one of America's most important thinkers. When he talks, I listen." -Marianne Williamson, author of "A Return to Love" In the "New York Times" bestseller, "Healing Words," Dr. Dossey investigated why patients surrounded by prayer healed

Monsters: An Investigator's Guide to Magical Beings, Greer, John Michael ISBN: 9780738700502

Of course that monster hiding under your bed when you were little didn't really exist. Vampires, werewolves, zombies, demons--they're simply figments of our imagination, right? After all, their existence has never been scientifically proven. But there is one giant problem with such an easy dismissal of these creepy creatures: people keep encountering them. Join occult scholar John Michael Greer for a harrowing journey into the reality of the impossible. Combining folklore, Western magical philosophy, and actual field experience, Monsters: An Investigator's Guide to Magical Beings is required reading for both active and armchair monster hunters. Between these covers you'll find a chilling collection of fiendish facts and folklore, including: --Why true vampires are the least attractive--and most destructive--of all monsters--The five different kinds of ghosts --Magical origins of the werewolf legends --How to survive a chimera encounter (Jersey Devil, chupacabra, Mothman)--The hidden connections between faery lore and UFOs--Where dragons are found today--How to investigate a monster sighting --Natural and ritual magic techniques for dealing with hostile monsters This 10th anniversary edition of the quintessential guide to magical beings features a new preface, new chapters on chimeras and zombies, and updates on werewolves, dragons, and the fae.

Everyday Herbs in Spiritual Life: A Guide to Many Practices, Caduto, Michael J. ISBN: 9781594731747

Enhance and enrich your spiritual journey with the power of herbs. Herbs have been essential to spiritual beliefs and practices throughout time and history. From Christian Scripture to Hindu observances, Jewish ritual to early Islamic literature, Native American traditions to Buddhist symbolism, plants are seen as a blessing from God and a way to remain in harmony with Spirit. In this fun, informative and engaging guide, you will be delighted by the history of the religious and spiritual use of herbs in many faith traditions and inspired by creative ideas on how to use herbs for spiritual growth. Unique and soul-strengthening activities can teach you how to: Create herbal art inspired by your faith Craft herbal wreaths, pillows and soaps from herbs selected for their spiritual qualities Prepare herbal teas, infused oils, meals and condiments with herbs chosen for their ability to nurture, strengthen and heal Make candles infused with herbs that promote balance and centering Nourish the soul with herbal sachets and potpourri Use incense and smudge sticks to imbue clarity and purity Design a simple herb garden of plants chosen from among different spiritual traditions Construct spaces in which to use herbs for reflection and meditation

Brady's Book of Fixed Stars, Brady, Bernadette ISBN: 9781578631056

This text is the result of research into the original methods and concepts applied to the astrological use of fixed stars. It draws from the Egyptian and Greek philosophies and links their techniques to the myths that surround particular stars or constellations.