The 7 chakras or energy centres of the human body and personality are familiar to anyone working with healing or spiritual awareness. But this paradigm of how our consciousness evolves, is essentially incomplete. It is the universal heart of the 8th chakra that can offer us the missing key to remembering who we truly are, and to allow us to become the conscious embodiment of the very evolution of the universe.

Scientist, healer, and mystic Jude Currivan, Ph.D., reveals a revolutionary new perception of the cosmos, reconciling leading-edge science with spirit and the perennial wisdom of all ages into a universal model of consciousness. She also explains how the energies of the 8th chakra offer us a path to spiritual mastery.

This groundbreaking work is a practical and empowering guide to our personal and collective spiritual wholeness and shows us how we can:

• Understand and integrate the principles of cosmic consciousness
• Reconcile science and spirit to show not only how the physical world is as it is, but why
• Directly access and embody newly available cosmic energies and higher levels of transpersonal awareness
• Manifest our soul purpose on earth

This beautiful and inspirational guidebook from Glennie Kindred teaches us how to work with the natural cycles of the year. Comprehensive and accessible, it is an invaluable source of information for anyone wanting to learn more about tree lore, Celtic festivals, the five elements, moon energies or simply how to make a deeper connection with the earth. Our relationship to the earth has changed. We have become more aware of how our actions can affect the balance of nature. “Earth Wisdom” is a potent reminder to appreciate the natural vitality, unity and intelligence of all life. It includes imaginative ways to experience the seasonal cycles and ways to heal and develop our relationship with the earth, the trees and the plants through practical and heart-centred interaction. This book inspires us to restore our own connections to the earth, encouraging us to follow our own personal spirituality and intuitive wisdom. In so doing, it increases our potential for creating positive change in our lives and in the world.

Vegan for Life

Plant-based only diets may be daunting to many, but Vegan for Life is a mythbusting powerhouse of comprehensive nutritional advice for anyone seeking to embark upon a vegan diet, and an absolute essential go-to guide for anyone already on the path. With such conflicting advice regarding soy, raw foods, fat, calcium, fish oil and protein, the illuminated authors answer all the key questions and debunk the most persistent myths. With easy-to-use food charts, tasty meat substitutions, sample menus and extensive additional reading resources, it really is an essential read for both vegans and vegetarians alike. With interesting chapters on pregnancy and veganism, raising your vegan children and teens, benefits for controlling specific ailments and diseases, it is required reading for those wishing to maximise on their plant-based diets.

Fidelity is written for both couples in a committed relationship wanting to further develop a spiritual dimension in their lives together, and for those where infidelity or hurt may have occurred, and there is a need for best practices to re-weave the net of love and understanding. In addition to addressing every day occurrences and challenges, Thich Nhat Hanh, one of the best-known Zen Buddhist teachers in the world today, shows how traditional Buddhist teachings on attachment, deep listening, and loving speech can help energise and restore our relationships. Written in a clear and accessible style, and filled with personal stories, simple practices and exercises, Fidelity is for couples at all stages of relationship. This spiritual guidebook is the result of Thich Nhat Hanh’s deep sympathy for the suffering that can be caused by issues of love and intimacy.

Career Wellbeing
Social Wellbeing
Financial Wellbeing
Physical Wellbeing
Community Wellbeing

This book provides a holistic view of the elements of wellbeing over a lifetime. Written in a conversational style, this book is filled with fascinating research and novel ideas for boosting your wellbeing by balancing the five areas identified as crucial for overall wellbeing.

Tantra – The Way of Acceptance
By Osho

Much misunderstood in the West, the message of Tantra – The Way of Acceptance – is one that brings clarity to the idea of Tantra yoga for Western readers. Osho puts forth the Tantric concept that only through total acceptance of ourselves can we grow. Osho speaks on Tantra meditation techniques (let go and surrender), and tantric love and spirituality in this much valued small format book, highlighting and returning all the while to the Tantric message that says: “Don’t live a repressed life, otherwise you don’t live at all!”. It’s an easily accessible read that teaches how to live a life of expression, creativity, and joy.

Available at all good book stores nationwide.

Introducing Buddha, A Graphic Guide
By Jane Hope & Borin Van Loon

A concise yet expansive summary of the origin and development of Buddhism, Introducing Buddha describes the life and teachings of the Buddha in an easy-to-understand way. Covering a lot of ground, it approaches its vast subject with little jargon, yet manages to capture the spirit of the teachings of Siddhartha. Clearly presented, the graphics have been superbly illustrated in fine line drawings reminiscent of a comic book, giving this book a light-hearted feel to what is considered somewhat dense, philosophical subject matter. This results in easy and efficient learning. You’ll learn all about the Buddha history, traditions, culture, and philosophy and the many experiences of sudden enlightenments and flashes of epiphany, as well as the practices of meditation, Taoism and Zen. It goes on to describe the role of Buddhism in modern Asia and its growing influence on Western thought. Introducing Buddha is a lovely book to get you started in Buddhism and is deceptively a “great book” despite it’s small format – don’t write it off!

Available at good book stores nationwide.

We Need to Talk About Kelvin – What Everyday Things Tell Us About The Universe
By Marcus Chown (Horizon Books)

Author Marcus Chown takes familiar features of the mundane world and reveals how, in the light of our current scientific knowledge, they tell us profound truths about the ultimate nature of reality. He shows readers how to read the cosmic signs in the everyday world, or, in the words of William Blake, to “see a world in a grain of sand” or a falling leaf or a rose or a starry night sky.
A great introduction to modern physics that’s both non-intimidating and appealing to the layman, it’s an eye-opening and fascinating read guaranteed to make you want to learn and discover more brain-bending insights about the nature of life itself.

Cumes’ Chakra Gardens invites the reader into the world of the Sacred Valley, deep in the heart of the Andes of Peru, and into a magical reconnection with Mother Earth and oneself…

Each chapter weaves stories of personal healing and transformation with the garden’s elements, and includes a living cultural history of the Quechua people, and the sacred rituals and ceremonies they use to create a world in balance.  The seven chakra gardens are inspired by the ancient yoga philosophy which connects the seven energy centers to one’s soul.   “Chakra gardens are gardens of peace.  They do not restrict or impose.  They simply support people in experiencing their own deep connection to Source,” writes the author.

In vibrant photographs and clear captivating text, Chakra Gardens – Opening the Sense of the Soul tells the story of how Carol Cumes built the chakra gardens on her Willka T’ikka Garden resort in the Sacred Valley of the Incas in Peru.

Starting with the earth garden for the first, root chakra, Carol takes the reader through each chakra, describing the resonance, the healing properties, the plants and even meditations that the reader can use to release blockages and promote health.

This is a book for any reader who loves gardens, but is especially valuable for the combination of both chakra energy and plant healing information. Readers will be inspired to create their own chakra gardens wherever they are!

About the author: Carol Cumes, author, gardener, yoga retreat chatelaine, and non-profit founder of the Willka T’ika Children’s Fund in Peru won the Gold Nautilus Award in the Home & Garden/Natural Living category for her publication Chakra Gardens: Opening the Senses of the Soul (Mitra Publishing).

Proceeds from the book benefit the non-profit Willka T’ika Children’s Fund to support the isolated mountain schools and Andean children in their communities.

Order the book online at www.chakragardens.com

Miracle Cards
By Marianne Williamson (HayHouse Books)

This 50-card deck is beautifully illustrated with sepia photographs that reflect the miracles inherent in our everyday lives. On subjects ranging from relationships to the future of the planet, Marianne Williamson, the acclaimed lecturer and bestselling author, offers spiritual reflections and applies universal truths to issues that confront all of us on our daily journey.