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When we seek comfort and relief from stress, Tara Brach teaches, we often unconsciously turn to false refuges such as material wealth, approval from others, or a preoccupation with the past and future. Yet by cultivating true refuge in this moment, not only can we find shelter from the storms of life but we also open ourselves up to fully experiencing joy and fulfillment. Here, Tara Brach guides a meditation using the therapeutic R.A.I.N. process for releasing fear and healing through self-compassion.

In this updated and expanded edition of her alternative-health classic, Donna Eden shows listeners how to work with the body's energy systems to boost vitality and stamina, strengthen the immune system, relieve pain and common complaints such as colds and tension headaches, sharpen mind and memory, and enhance overall health with an invigorating five-minute daily routine.

Energy medicine. Acupuncture. Superfoods. Healing magnets. What does the scientific evidence really say about these and other eclectic treatments for personal wellness that fall under the popular term “alternative medicine”? How can we know if a treatment is safe and effective? How can you become your own best skeptical consumer of health news in the media? Join neurologist and science educator Dr. Steven Novella for a fascinating exploration of these and other important questions about the truths - and myths - behind alternative medicine.

The human body evolved to live well and fight off disease on a supply of only a dozen or so essential nutrients. Unfortunately, modern meat-laden, high-sugar diets provide catastrophically inadequate levels of those nutrients. Scientific research consistently indicates nationwide vitamin and mineral deficiencies in our country, and we spend over a trillion dollars each year on disease care.

Taking care of our energetic well-being is just as vital as caring for our bodies and minds. Today, research shows just how effective traditional energy healing practices can be, especially as a complement to conventional medicine. With Discover Energy Healing, you’ll have a diverse tool kit of essential wisdom and guided practices from some of the top teachers in the field.

Learn four simple, slow breathing techniques to calm your emotions and leave you stress-free. In addition, these forms of breathing will improve cardiovascular health and your sleep and will also reduce inflammation. Breathing expert Eddie Stern guides you through these practices and also explains exactly how and why they work. These techniques are also a boon to mindfulness and meditation. So tune in, relax, and get ready to take some deep, life-changing breaths through Eddie Stern’s excellent coaching.

Resonating with the body's natural circadian rhythms, this frequency promotes relaxation and sleep readiness while enhancing the production of melatonin, the sleep hormone, while decreasing sleep latency (the time it takes to fall asleep). It's also associated with delta brainwave activity, which predominates during deep, restorative sleep stages.

Tune out the world with brown noise. Brown noise can promote relaxation, improve focus and sleep quality by blocking external sounds through its roaring sound frequencies. This 12-hour track is designed to support long-term focus and sleep quality overnight.

Tune out the world and unwind at the end of a long day with white noise. White noise can promote relaxation and improve sleep quality by blocking external noise, and this 12-hour track is designed to support your sleep overnight.

This frequency aids in the release of endorphins, the body's natural mood elevators. It also reduces the activity of the amygdala and stress-related brain networks, fostering a sense of calm and reducing negative mental patterns.

Meditation offers, in addition to its many other benefits, a method for achieving previously inconceivable levels of concentration. Author B. Alan Wallace has nearly 30 years' practice in attention-enhancing meditation, including a retreat he performed under the guidance of the Dalai Lama. An active participant in the much-publicized dialogues between Buddhists and scientists, Alan is uniquely qualified to speak intelligently to both camps, and The Attention Revolution is the definitive presentation of his knowledge.

In this season of Sleep Sound, join Richard Armitage as he transports you into peaceful and serene soundscapes from around the globe designed to ease you into a restful slumber. Richard’s rich, calm voice will lull you into a state of deep relaxation while gentle landscapes play out and fade into the background. So take a deep breath, relax, and join Audible, as we help you to Sleep Sound.

This meditation harnesses the healing properties of 285.5 Hertz, a frequency that promotes emotional stability. Known for its grounding effects, this tone helps to restore emotional balance and reduce feelings of anxiety or instability. By immersing yourself in these vibrations, you can find a sense of calm and resilience in your emotional journey.

Known for its ability to reduce cortisol, the body's stress hormone, and increase levels of serotonin, a mood stabilizer, this frequency helps balance the autonomic nervous system, shifting from the sympathetic (fight or flight) response to the parasympathetic (rest and digest) state, thus reducing anxiety and promoting emotional tranquility.

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Revered for stimulating the pineal gland, this frequency enhances mental clarity and promotes a positive energy flow; transforming negative thoughts and balancing emotions, essential for facing daily challenges with equanimity.

Known for its analgesic properties, this frequency influences the body's endogenous opioid system, which plays a key role in pain management while reducing the perception of pain by altering pain signal processing in the brain and nervous system.

Stimulating the brain's frontal lobes, regions associated with higher cognitive functions like concentration, decision-making, and problem-solving, this frequency enhances beta wave activity in the brain, which is linked to alertness and logical thinking, making it beneficial for tasks requiring intense focus and analytical skills.

This sound meditation is tuned to 111 Hertz, a frequency known to help lower cortisol levels, the primary hormone responsible for stress. As you listen, the soothing vibrations work to calm your nervous system, helping to reduce anxiety and promote relaxation. This frequency is ideal for those seeking relief from the pressures of daily life, creating a sense of inner peace and balance.

Learn the holistic way to heal with Crystals for Beginners. Balancing mind, body, and soul often feels impossible, but it doesn't have to be a struggle. Holistic healing methods with crystals can help harness energies and establish a positive and healthy lifestyle. In Crystals for Beginners, intuitive energy healer and author Karen Frazier walks listeners through the basics of how to become our best selves using crystals. You'll learn how to heal, find balance, and everyday wellness with crystals.