MARCH, 2003

Conversation With Rupert Sheldrake
Author of The Sence of Being Started at and Other Aspects of the Extended Mind

Bridging Personality and Spirit
by Maurie D. Pressman M.D

Sound Healing
by Steven Halpern
From the Heart
by Alan Cohen
Ask Louise
by Louise Hay
The Shared Heart
by Joyce and Barry Vissel
Science Fiction
by Jacqueline Lichtenberg
The Movie Mystic
by Stephen Simon
Inprint
New books of interest

ELEMENTS FOR TRANSFORMATION
by Jim Loftus

New and interesting products for enhancement of the body, mind, and spirit

Welcome to Elements. Here are some interesting tools to expand your perspectives, and since it is said that there is no enlightenment if the Buddha has a toothache, also included is a promising technique for pain relief (not necessarily for toothaches, though).

Perspective is certainly one of the most intriguing components of perception. Depending on where you are when you observe a thing, you will see different aspects of it, often contradictory aspects. Another observer and yourself can both look at the same situation, have two totally opposite understandings of it, yet both be right. Instead of insisting that we “know” something, shouldn’t we practically claim only to “know something” about our experience, and allow that others may know something from their experience also? Whatever the truth of a thing may be, it cannot be pursued by an insistence on belief, but rather by a continuing expansion and refinement of understanding, setting aside what is no longer revelatory and opening to new perceptions that may prove their merit.

THE TRIPLE GODDESS TAROT

Isha Lerner, the bestselling author of Inner Child Cards, presents this unique divination deck of 33 cards with illustrated book that connects the mystical core of the Tarot with the living force of the Sacred Feminine through the potent imagery of the Holy Trinity. Included are twenty-two Major Arcana Cards, plus four original Alchemy cards, and a set of seven cards representing the chakras of the body. Each image is accompanied by rituals, prayers, and practical guidelines to invoke the Divine Feminine.

The Triple Goddess Tarot offers a system for users to engage with the healing power centers of the body, archetypal mysticism, the Sacred Feminine, and an awakened consciousness as a means to greater health, empowerment, and purpose.

Isha Lerner is a professional astrologer, tarot consultant, and flower essence practitioner. She is the author of two book and deck sets, Inner Child Cards and The Power of Flowers as well as the Inner Child Card Workbook. She lives in Eugene, Oregon. Visionary artist Mara Friedman is co-founder of STREAM, a creative arts school for young women. Her art has appeared in numerous We’Moon calendars as well as on books, CD covers, and magazines throughout the world. She lives in Lorane, Oregon.

The Triple Goddess Tarot
Price: $35.00 boxed set; 6x9" 248-page paperback, 33 full-color cards
Source: Bear & Company, Rochester, VT
Contact: for more information
Available: Barnes & Noble, Amazon.com, better bookstores.

LLEWELLYN’S 2003 HERBAL ALMANAC

Powerful, wild, and magical, herbs are among nature’s most versatile plants. This bountiful guide will help you gain prowess in the herbal arts with lore from many cultures, and tips on growing and gathering herbs. You'll also learn how to use the potent energy of herbs for natural health and beauty, and in cooking, crafts, and magic.

With more articles from nationally recognized herbalists than ever before, Llewellyn's 2003 Herbal Almanac presents time-honored traditions and fresh ideas for cultivating and practicing herbal wisdom. Featuring over thirty articles, including: Wild Edibles, Native American Herbal Healing Ways, Herbal Aphrodisiacs, Making Herbal Papers, Good Health the Chinese Way, Landscaping with Threatened Plants, Ashwagandha: India's Superb Tonic, Alchemy in the Kitchen, and more.

Llewellyn’s 2003 Herbal Almanac
Price: $7.95; 5-1/4x8" 326-page paperback
Source: Llewellyn Worldwide, PO Box 64383, St. Paul, MN 55164.
Contact: 800/THE-MOON (800-843-6666), www.llewellyn.com.
Available: Online, major book chains, independent book stores.

LLEWELLYN’S 2003 MAGICAL ALMANAC

Recapture the magic of everyday living, and hark back to the old ways with this eclectic treasury of folklore, spells, and practical how-tos. Support your magical lifestyle with a dazzling array of articles by your favorite authors. Maximize the energy of your workings with the almanac pages that form the heart of the book — complete with the Moon's sign and phase, and incense and color correspondences. A listing of holidays and festivals around the world makes it possible for you to celebrate a new tradition nearly every day of the year.

This invaluable magical resource also features more than seventy insightful articles including: The Mysterious Black Dutch, Mermaids, The Magic of Dandelions, Lilith Rituals for Modern Pagans, Bird Magic, Training Pets for Ritual Work, Whirling Dervish Meditation Ritual, and many more.

Llewellyn's 2003 Magical Almanac
Price: $7.95; 5-1/4x8" 373-page paperback
Source: Llewellyn Worldwide, PO Box 64383, St. Paul, MN 55164.
Contact: 800/THE-MOON (800-843-6666), www.llewellyn.com.
Available: Online, major book chains, independent book stores.

MIRACLE PAIN RELIEF
THE GENTLE POWER OF BOWEN

People suffering from pain and stress-related disorders can now reduce their dependence on painkillers, thanks to a revolutionary breakthrough method of pain relief from Australia called the Bowen Technique, which is detailed in this 75-minute training video produced by Gerri Shapiro, MS Ed. Gerri is a health professional who knows first-hand about the agony of back pain and sciatica. For 25 years she suffered from back pain so severe she was willing to try anything to get relief. But after just three sessions of the Bowen Technique, her back pain was history, she says.

A light touch approach to pain relief, the Bowen Technique boasts an 85 percent success rate. It moves away from heavy pressure, cracking, and needles, to a slow and fluid series of movements. "It's hard to believe that such a gentle and non-invasive touch can produce such dynamic results," says Shapiro.

This breakthrough healing method provides significant pain relief that can last for months or even years with just on to three sessions. It can quickly and effectively speed healing and offers relief from back pain, headaches, neck pain, whiplash, arthritis, fibromyalgia, sports injuries, and much more.

This amazing healing technique is gentle, safe and easy to learn: there is only one basic move which is applied with slight modifications successively to selected areas of the back and legs. This video teaches through demonstration exactly how easy it is to learn the technique and use it for relief on friends and family, and it’s prefect for beginners as no previous health or massage training is required.

Miracle Pain Relief
Price: $29.95 including video guide; 75-minute VHS, 33 full-color cards
Source: Joyful Life Network, P.O. Box 954, Kihei, HI 96753
Contact: Gerri Shapiro, MS Ed. Phone 808-879-3711, fax 808-875-9382,
email info@miraclepainrelief.com
Available: www.miraclepainrelief.com, Amazon.com.

S.T.A.R. MASTER ASTROLOGY SYSTEM

The S.T.A.R. Master Astrology System is a new way to understand astrology. This technique gives you a hands-on learning experience. You can easily set up your natal astrology chart by arranging each of the twelve cusps around the circle, then adding the astrological signs and degrees and minutes. You can also add your own degrees and minutes, or make notes by using a dry erase marker. The board accommodates a Bi-wheel and a Tri-wheel, so that you easily identify the aspects between your natal chart, progressions, and transits. With the Bi-wheel you can easily compare two natal charts. Whether you are a student or a teacher, this can be a beneficial learning aid. Besides classrooms, the S.T.A.R. Master Astrology System can be used for conferences and presentations. The board and pieces are magnetic, allowing the user to freely move the pieces on the chart during demonstrations. The S.T.A.R. Master Astrology System gives you much versatility and flexibility, and can help you become a professional astrologer.

To begin, break apart the magnetic tiles that contain the astrological signs, planets, and cusp lines. Apply magnetic cusp lines to the magnetic zodiac wheel. Then add the astrological signs. With a dry marker, add the degrees and minutes. Next, apply the planets, degrees and minutes. Blank tiles are included to make your own asteroids, fixed stars, or any other sensitive point. The Tri-wheel accommodates three charts. A fourth chart can be made by placing the planets on the outside of the wheel, since the entire board is magnetic. When you are finished, the unused tiles can be stored on the magnetic board.

S.T.A.R. Master Astrology System
Price: $34.95
Source: S.T.A.R. Master, Mt. Prospect, IL
Contact: www.thestarmaster.com
Available: Styx & Stonz, Hoffman Estates, IL, 847-358-9975.


Elements features some of the more interesting and delightful items to be found on your local merchant's shelf, or on your local website. If you have questions about these items or their uses and applications, please use the contact information given to get answers directly from the sources. They will be glad to respond to your inquiries.

Do you know of a product that you'd like to see reviewed in Elements? Please let us know about it.
Call James Loftus at 847-971-3050, fax 847-776-0326, or email to
jloftus@NewAgeEvents.com.


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