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There is a famous Zen story about a disciple, Riko, who once asked his master, Nansen, to explain to him the old Zen koan of the goose in the bottle. Namely, if a man puts a gosling into a bottle and feeds the gosling through the bottle's neck until it grows and becomes a goose - and then there is simply no more room inside the bottle - how can the man get it out without killing the goose or breaking the bottle? In response, Nansen shouts, "Riko!" and gives a great clap with his hands.

Lee Harris has been receiving communication from his guides, the Z’s, for 24 years. These communications have allowed him to help hundreds of thousands around the world. He has made this wisdom available in a variety of ways, including audio recordings, live events, and online seminars, but here he offers a truly unique way of communicating with his guides and listeners. In this one-of-a-kind and distinctly modern format, Harris presents his channeling in conversation with psychotherapist Dianna Edwards, who describes her work as “listening to hear”.

Asking questions is an important part of learning as it provides a unique framework for thinking and opens doors to unexpected revelations for us. Digging into how or why things are the way they are, paves the way for enlightenment.On the contrary, keeping the doubts to ourselves can keep us...

Hands-On Training in a Breakthrough Healing Technique Does hands-on healing work, and can it be taught? Like many scientists, Dr. William Bengston would once have dismissed this phenomenon as an example of the power of suggestion. But after 35 years of extraordinary research, Dr. Bengston has...

Entre remédios e tratamentos alternativos, as curandeiras sempre estiveram à margem da medicina tradicional, ligadas ao poder de ervas, gestos e encantamentos capazes de enfrentar todo tipo de mal. Tradicionalmente designadas ao cuidado do lar, dedicaram suas vidas à saúde dos outros como forma de resistência. As parteiras, “avós” curandeiras, cuidadoras e aprendizes foram expulsas e desacreditadas por autoridades eruditas, políticas e religiosas desde a Antiguidade.

The enduring wisdom of the Tao Te Ching can become a companion for your own spiritual journey. Reportedly written by a sage named Lao Tzu over 2,500 years ago, the Tao Te Ching is one of the most succinct―and yet among the most profound―spiritual texts ever written. Subtle enough to study...

Bloomsbury presents The Land of the Green Man by Carolyne Larrington, read by Kim Hicks Beyond its housing estates and identikit high streets there is another Britain. This is the Britain of mist-drenched forests and unpredictable sea-frets: of wraith-like fog banks, druidic mistletoe and...

Experience the profound benefits of meditative practices from the Daoist tradition. This practical guide by a renowned teacher offers more than 32 guided practices to support emotional balance, enhance qi (vital energy), and cultivate a sense of groundedness and inner peace.

'A timely and moving pilgrimage through Japan's spiritual traditions' RUTH OZEKI, Women’s Prize-winning and Booker Prize-shortlisted author 'A fascinating dive through hidden layers of the Japanese worldview' KATHERINE MAY, author of Wintering Find your way to happiness with this wise...

Punjab went through a politically turbulent period between 1978 and 1994, triggered by the rift between Sikhs and Nirankaris, and fuelled by the operations Blue Star, Woodrose and Black Thunder I and II. Narrated as an eyewitness account by Ramesh Inder Singh, then the district magistrate of...

Today, practicing shamanism doesn't mean you have to live in a rain forest or a desert. Thanks to a modern renaissance of shamanic spirituality, practitioners from all walks of life now use powerful indigenous techniques for healing, insight, and spiritual growth. With Awakening to the Spirit World, teachers Sandra Ingerman and Hank Wesselman bring together a circle of renowned Western shamanic elders - Tom Cowan, Carol Proudfoot-Edgar, Jose Stevens, and Alberto Villoldo - to present a comprehensive manual for making these practices accessible and available in our daily lives.

In his 80th year, the great sage Lao Tzu made a difficult journey to the western gate of China. He was disillusioned that others were unwilling to learn his path to natural goodness and harmony with nature. At this legendary gate, a guard asked the old man to write down his wisdom. The result...

Create the environment to attract the life that you deserve, with the guidance of internationally renowned Feng Shui Master Marie Diamond. Rooted in ancient Chinese culture, Feng Shui is a system that teaches people how to arrange their living space to attract health, wealth, happiness, and good...

Brought to you by Penguin. A nineteenth century French priest discovers something in his mountain village at the foot of The Pyrenees which enables him to amass and spend a fortune of millions of pounds. The tale seems to begin with buried treasure and then turns into an unprecedented historical...

Energy protection is the art of being energetically authentic. It is about managing your energy interactions with the surrounding world to ensure that your thoughts, emotions, and behavior are aligned with your purpose and authenticity, rather than being influenced by external energy sources. Essentially, energy protection ensures that what's ours is ours and what's theirs is theirs.

Sensual is a guide to understanding the inner spark we are all born with, why and how we lose it, and how to reclaim our power to live the life we truly want. Sensuality is about more than just pleasure. Sensuality is an innate power that can help you to tune in to your body, mind, and spirit...

Conversations with God is Neale Donald Walsch's account of his direct conversations with God that began while Walsch was immersed in a period of deep depression. He composed a letter to God in which he vented his frustrations, and much to his surprise, even shock, God answered him. In Book 3, this powerful and inspirational dialogue expands as readers enter into an adventurous exploration of life, gain a better understanding of the universe, and fully develop a personal relationship with God.

For the burned out, neurodivergent or spiritually curious – this is witchcraft that works with your brain, not against it. Is the dust and clutter in your house getting out of control? Do you keep putting off washing your hair, folding laundry or organizing your wardrobe until it all feels...

Clutter clearing can radically transform your life. Drawing on her wealth of experience as a feng shui, space clearing and clutter clearing consultant, Karen Kingston explains how clutter is stuck energy with far-reaching physical, mental, emotional and spiritual effects. This audio book will motivate you to clutter clear as never before, once you realise just how much your junk has been holding you back! This audio book edition contains all the latest updates and revisions, including two essential new chapters.

Are You Ready for the Deepest Sex of Your Life? Maybe you've had great sex, but have you had enlightened sex? A union so profound that you and your lover dissolve open as one divine passionate light shining for the sake of all? On Enlightened Sex, bestselling author David Deida presents his...