Mind, Body & Soul: The Body Shop Book of Wellbeing - Hardcover

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Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0756754488 ISBN 13: 9780756754488

Publisher: Bulfinch, 1998

Synopsis

Offers a complete, practical guide to achieving the harmony we crave, from the immediate physical needs of skin & hair to the yearnings of the soul. The "Mind" section examines stress, & considers the results you can expect from the various therapies -- from hypnotherapy to mediation -- that assert the power of the mind over the body. "Body" looks at physical fitness, covering everything from diet & fitness to simple, innovative solutions to skin care problems. Includes practical information on a range of therapies -- from aromatherapy to t'ai chi & yoga. "Soul" analyzes the distinct cycles of spiritual evolution, & details ways to enrich your own spiritual life through personal rituals. Illustrated.

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Review

Mind, Body & Soul is a beautiful book filled with overviews of many areas of women's wellbeing and illustrated by stunning photographs of vibrant bodies and healthy activities. The goal is to repair the sense of estrangement that has come from creating dissociations between mind, body, and soul. Beauty and health, in this book, are holistic--they express inner harmony. The ideal state is a natural balance between mind and body, integrating "the pragmatic concerns of the flesh with the spiritual yearnings of the soul." The Mind section delves into stress: the reasons for it and brief introductions to various therapies, such as hypnotherapy, meditation, biofeedback, and psychotherapy. The Body section explores wellbeing and internal fitness with topics as diverse as diet, the Oriental principles of yin and yang, toxin elimination, natural remedies, exercise (with descriptions of a variety of both familiar and unfamiliar options), appearance, skin care, and massage. The Soul section discusses methods of fostering the holistic spirit, such as ritual, symbol, ceremony, shamanism, feng shui, and understanding and honoring a woman's life cycles. This book is unique because of its combination of ancient wisdom, modern knowledge, and gorgeous photographs. It's an ideal gift for a woman concerned with health and wellbeing. --Joan Price

Edition details

• Publisher: Bulfinch
• Publication date: 1998
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0756754488
• ISBN 13: 9780756754488
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 256
• Editor: Tim Blanks, Emma Callery