RECOMMENDED READING

My Therapist’s Dog: Lessons in Unconditional Love by Diana Wells (Algonquin Books of Chapel Hill, North Carolina, 2004

(A very touching and insightful read for those who are grieving a loved one while also finding great comfort in the affection and love of dogs.)

Grieving: A Love Story by Ruth Coughlin (Random House, New York, 1993)

(A particularly beautiful and meaningful story of love and loss with which has comforted so many widows with whom I have worked.)

A Spiritual Divorce: Divorce as a Catalyst for an Extraordinary Life by Debbie Ford (HarperSanFrancisco, 2001)

A guide to learning to view and experience loss and divorce as a healing and transformative process.

Hidden Messages from Water by Masaru Emoto (Beyond Words Publishing, Hillsboro, Oregon, 2004)

A beautiful book, in terms of both content and images, which supports the basic theories of quantum physics: everything is energy, an energy that vibrates, and we are all one (a part of the same consciousness). Consequently, what we think, believe and say (which is all energetic vibration) has an impact not only on water but also on us, especially because both people and the earth are 70% water.

Power vs Force: The Hidden Determinants of Human Behavior by David Hawkins, M.D., Ph. D

(A stunning collection of information that validates the wisdom possessed, often unknowingly, by human beings. Just reading this contributes to our feelings of enhanced spirituality, peace, love and empowerment.)

Pocketful of Miracles: Prayers, Meditations and Affirmations to Nurture Your Spirit Every Day of the Year by Joan Borysenko, Ph.D.(Warner Books, New York, 1994)

(A lovely offering of spiritual wisdom that contributes to the daily creation of centered, peaceful, joyful and healing experiences.

Miracles of Mind: Exploring Nonlocal Mind and Spiritual Healing by Russell Targ and Jane Katra ( New World Library, Novato, CA, 1998)

Whether you are eager to learn how to best put nonlocal mind to work or you are interested in the basics of integrating energy, prayer and healing, this is an incredible book for you.

Awakening Intuition by Mona Lisa Schulz (Three Rivers Press, New York, 1998)

Mona Lisa Schulz has gifted us with a thoroughly fascinating understanding of the mechanics and basics in developing intuitive wisdom. A treasure of a book!

Embraced by the Light by Betty Eadie (Bantam Books, New York, 1994)

A true story of an amazing near-death experience. A relatively quick read and highly recommended.

Closer to the Light, Transformed by the Light, Parting Visions and Where God Lives - all dealing with near-death experiences, as well as visions and God, by Melvin Morse, MD and all can be ordered directly from Dr. Melvin Morse at his website www.melvinmorse.com. 

Hello from Heaven by Judy and Bill Guggenheim (Bantam Books, New York, 1995)

An enjoyable and informative book which presents research findings dealing with after-death communication. Lots of wonderful stories about various kinds of connections with deceased loved ones.

RECOMMENDED LISTENING

Meditations (Each of the following three meditations by Yanni Maniates can be purchased by going to www.LearnMastery.com ; 215- 295-5444; e-mail: yanni.maniates@verizon.net

Peace of Mind is a Breath Away: Breathing Free Meditations by Yanni Maniates
In this CD Yanni teaches us not only how to feel relaxed and at peace, but also that being relaxed and peaceful is a function of the choices we make. We can choose happiness by choosing what we wish to “see” or focus upon.

Peace of Mind is a Thought Away: Mastery Meditations
While teaching us how to meditate, Yanni also teaches us how to become the master of our thoughts. The Breathing Compassion meditation is especially nice.

Peace of Mind Is an Image Away: Visualization Meditations
Beautiful and soothing guided visualizations and mediations that take you to the temple of your soul, leaving you deeply transformed and relaxed.

Someone Is Missing at Christmas sung by Anne Cochran, Patricia Music, Drifting Spirit Songs, LLC, 2004

(Recommended by patients, the title says it all!)

New Fire by Scott August, Cedar Mesa Music, PO Box 691522 West Hollywood, CA

Beautiful, haunting, Native American flute and instrumental music, representative of the Southwest.

These next three CDs are among my most favorite and treasured music for doing any kind of stress management or meditation work. Enjoy!

The Elegance of Pachebel, music arranged, adapted and produced by Michael Maxwell, Avalon Music 250 Ferrand Dr., Suite 1100, Ontario, M3C 3G8

These adaptations of Pachebel are among the most soothing, healing and beautiful music, perfect for meditation, healing or just relaxation.

Crimson Collection, Volumes 1&2 by Singh Kaur and Kim Robertson, and Crimson Collection, Volumes 5&6, by Singh Kaur, Kim Robertson and Mosaic. Both CDs can be ordered from, Invincible Productions, PO Box 13054, Phoenix, Arizona.

Beautiful, gentle, inspirational and healing music for reflection, meditation, breathwork or just anything that involves going within, to that special place of wisdom deep within your being.

RECOMMENDED LINKS

After Death Communication Research Foundation
www.adcrf.org
This is an extraordinary and valuable collection of information, wisdom, testimonials and shared after-death experiences. The material on this website (which has been collected by Jeffrey Long, M.D. who specializes in radiation oncology in Tacoma Washington, and Jody Long, an attorney who has been researching paranormal and related phenomena for several decades) covers all aspects of death, dying and life after death (or life) for all living beings. Also included on the site is a remarkable list of links to assist those dealing with grief and bereavement related issues as well as all types of consciousness and metaphysical studies. What a wonderful and precious gift for all of us who are grieving, traumatized, touched by the extraordinary and/or eager and curious to know more about life after life.

International Association for Near-Death Studies, Inc.
www.iands.org
One of the most important websites which has contributed to an increased understanding and research of the near-death experience

Melvin Morse, M.D.
www.melvinmorse.com
Melvin Morse is a renowned pediatrician, researcher of near-death experiences and author of Closer to the Light, Transformed by the Light and Where God Lives. Melvin also was kind enough to write the forward for Touched by the Extraordinary. Be sure and check his site out. It is an excellent collection of anecdotal and scientific findings regarding those who have experienced the Light.