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Report copyright infringementby Matthew Sockolov (Author)Calm the mind and begin the path to finding peace with these simple mindfulness meditations Mindfulness is an evidence-based method for reducing stress and anxiety, enhancing resilience, and maintaining mental well-being. Even short meditations can turn a bad day around, ground us in the present moment, and help us approach life with gratitude and kindness. This mindfulness book was created by the founder of One Mind Dharma. He developed these 75 essential exercises to offer practical guidance for anyone who wants to realize the benefits of being more mindful.This inviting mindfulness book for adults includes: Evidence-based advice--Find expert advice on dealing with distorted or wandering thoughts and how to handle mental blocks.Meditations that grow with your confidence--Early meditations in Practicing Mindfulness take just 5 minutes and are highly accessible. As they progress, exercises grow with the reader, building on previous lessons to develop a transformative mindfulness practice.Meditations for specific situations--With meditations designed for specific situations or emotions, even experienced practitioners will have a continuing resource for mindfulness at every moment.Begin a journey of peace and patience with Practicing Mindfulness: 75 Essential Meditations to Reduce Stress, Improve Mental Health, and Find Peace in the Everyday. Number of Pages: 210 Dimensions: 0.7 x 8.1 x 5.8 IN Publication Date: September 11, 2018

Report copyright infringementby Anne-Marie Faiola (Author)A lush guide to making DIY soaps using all-natural and organic ingredients, with 32 recipes specially formulated for lasting skin benefits. Enjoy the luxury of handcrafted soaps made with nourishing ingredients like coconut butter, almond oil, aloe vera, oatmeal, and green tea--all from your own home. In 32 simple recipes with step-by-step instructions, Anne-Marie Faiola, author of Soap Crafting and Milk Soaps, walks you through the soapmaking process, from simple castile bars to intricate swirls, embeds, and marbled and layered looks. Starting from a simple combination of skin-nourishing oils, make revitalizing recipes like a Black Tea Funnel Pour or a Goat Milk Sunset Burst, with easy-to-find ingredients including blueberries, dandelions, almond milk, coffee grounds, mango and avocado butters, teas, and more. Front JacketPamper Your Skin with Natural Ingredients Learn to make beautiful, nourishing soaps -- it's fun, and your skin will thank you! Moisturize with shea butter, exfoliate with crushed walnut shells, and soothe itchy skin with oatmeal. More than 30 expertly formulated recipes take advantage of the beneficial properties in many natural ingredients. Number of Pages: 240 Dimensions: 0.8 x 9.1 x 7.6 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: January 26, 2016

Report copyright infringementby Julia Clarke (Author)Relax, relieve, restore--a beginner's path to healing with restorative yoga Recovering from an injury, an illness, or just interested in a natural way to relax? Restorative yoga focuses on simple poses in supported positions, encouraging deep relaxation so your mind can enter a peaceful, meditative state. Dive in with an introduction to the spiritual origins and rejuvenating benefits of restorative yoga. Find the right position to reduce lower back pain, relieve stress, breathe easier, improve your energy, and even prepare your body for childbirth--all with illustrated instructions to get you into and out of each pose safely and comfortably. Restorative Yoga for Beginners includes: Take it easy--Make restorative yoga a lasting practice with simple suggestions on what to wear and what props you'll need. Strike a pose--Ease into 36 essential restorative yoga poses, including labels with the therapeutic benefits of each--and extend your practice for deeper healing with 20 sequences. Breath of fresh air--Refresh your vital energy (prana) with breathing exercises and meditations designed to improve your digestion, heart rate, and more. Restorative Yoga for Beginners offers the guidance to begin your yoga practice and bring harmony to your quality of life--one gentle stretch at a time. Number of Pages: 180 Dimensions: 0.6 x 9.1 x 7.4 IN Publication Date: December 17, 2019

Report copyright infringementby Rosemary Gladstar (Author)Promote vibrant health and radiant beauty, soothe everyday ailments, and ease persistent stress with these simple, natural cures for everything from dry skin and infant colic to cold symptoms and insomnia. Renowned herbalist Rosemary Gladstar provides 175 proven therapies and herbal remedies that are easy to prepare and safe enough for children. Offering a potent and effective alternative to commercial pharmaceuticals, Gladstar will inspire you to nurture yourself and those you love with nature's healing herbs. Front JacketHomemade Remedies from Nature's Pharmacy Soothe your baby's colic, moisturize dry skin, relieve cold symptoms, or simply enjoy a good night's sleep. Renowned herbalist Rosemary Gladstar provides time-tested natural therapies and herbal remedies that are safe, effective, and easy to use. She guides you every step of the way, from the growing and ecological harvesting of herbs to basic preparations and dosage directions. Originally published in hardcover as Rosemary Gladstar's Family Herbal, this comprehensive recipe-collection offers a potent prescription for energy, health, and vitality at every stage of life. Nurture yourself and those you love with nature's healing herbs.Author BiographyRosemary Gladstar has been practicing, living, learning, teaching, and writing about herbs for over 50 years. Considered a star figure in the modern herbal movement and often referred to as the "godmother of American herbalism", Gladstar is the author of twelve books, including Rosemary Gladstar's Medicinal Herbs: A Beginners Guide, Herbs for Children's Health, Rosemary Gladstar's Herbal Recipes for Vibrant Health, Herbal Healing for Women, and Herbal Healing for Men. She is the cofounder and former director of both The International Herb Symposium and The New England Women's Herbal Conference, the founding president of United Plant Savers, and the cofounder of and original tea-blend formulator for Traditional Medicinals. She is also the author and teacher of the popular home study course, The Science and Art of Herbalism, which continues to inspire and teach many thousands of students around the world. In 2018, Gladstar was awarded an honorary doctorate for her life's work from the National University of Naturopathic Medicine. Number of Pages: 400 Dimensions: 1.1 x 7.2 x 7.2 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: September 03, 2008

Report copyright infringementby Rosemary Gladstar (Author)Learn how to grow, harvest, prepare, and use the 33 most common and versatile healing plants, including peppermint, chamomile, basil, and ginger, in this bestselling book from the godmother of modern herbalism. With this introductory handbook, you'll see how easy it can be to make your own natural remedies for life's common ailments. Legendary herbalist Rosemary Gladstar profiles 33 common medicinal plants and includes advice on growing, harvesting, preparing, and using herbs in tinctures, oils, creams, teas, and more. Stock your medicine cabinet full of all-natural, low-cost herbal remedies: Craft a soothing aloe lotion after an encounter with poison ivy. De-stress with a calming chamomile bath. Brew a cup of basil tea for stubborn headaches. Ease coughs and colds with thyme syrup. Make a dandelion-burdock tincture to fix sluggish digestion. Filled with gorgeous full-color photography, this classic bestseller is a trusted introduction to the wonderful world of homeopathic medicine. Front JacketHome-Grown Medicine Effective, safe, and inexpensive, medicinal herbs are simple to grow, and they can be used to naturally fortify your body against common upsets and ailments. Rosemary Gladstar, the godmother of modern herbalism, offers a fresh introduction to growing and using 33 of her favorite herbs, complete with tips on introducing an herb patch to your backyard garden and easy-to-follow recipes for brewing restorative teas, blending soothing salves, and making tinctures, oils, syrups, and pills. 124 of Rosemary Gladstar's favorite medicinal recipes include: Creaky Bones Cayenne Rub, page 63 Warming Cinnamon Bath Salts, page 68 Ginger Lemonaide, page 80 Brain Tonic Tincture, page 85 Good Gargle for a Bad Throat, page 88 Rosemary's Famous Face Cream, page 116 Nutritive Heart Tonic Tincture, page 136 Lemon Balm Bath, page 160 Peppermint Tooth Powder, page 187 Author BiographyRosemary Gladstar has been practicing, living, learning, teaching, and writing about herbs for over 50 years. Considered a star figure in the modern herbal movement and often referred to as the "godmother of American herbalism", Gladstar is the author of twelve books, including Rosemary Gladstar's Medicinal Herbs: A Beginners Guide, Herbs for Children's Health, Rosemary Gladstar's Herbal Recipes for Vibrant Health, Herbal Healing for Women, and Herbal Healing for Men. She is the cofounder and former director of both The International Herb Symposium and The New England Women's Herbal Conference, the founding president of United Plant Savers, and the cofounder of and original tea-blend formulator for Traditional Medicinals. She is also the author and teacher of the popular home study course, The Science and Art of Herbalism, which continues to inspire and teach many thousands of students around the world. In 2018, Gladstar was awarded an honorary doctorate for her life's work from the National University of Naturopathic Medicine. Number of Pages: 224 Dimensions: 0.6 x 8.9 x 7 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: April 10, 2012

Report copyright infringementby Jan Berry (Author)Create Fabulous Modern Soaps the Truly Natural, Eco-Friendly Way With this comprehensive guide, herbalist Jan Berry offers everything the modern-day enthusiast needs to make incredible botanical soaps. Beginners can join in the sudsy fun with detailed tutorials and step-by-step photographs for making traditional cold-process soap and the more modern hot-process method with a slow cooker. Jan presents 50 easy, unique soap recipes with ingredients and scents inspired by the herb garden, veggie garden, farm, forest and more. Sample soap recipes you won't want to miss include: - Lavender Milk Bath Bars- Sweet Honey & Shea Layers Soap- Creamy Avocado Soap- Citrus Breeze Brine Bars- Mountain Man Beard & Body Bars- Classic Cedarwood & Coconut Milk Shave Soap Featured resources are Jan's handy guides to common soapmaking essential oils and their properties, oil and milk infusions with healing herbs and easy decoration techniques. The book also contains Jan's highly anticipated natural colorants gallery showcasing more than 50 soaps that span the rainbow. Soap crafters of all levels will enjoy referencing this book for years to come. *All recipes are sustainably palm-free!* Expand your herbal product collection with these other books in Jan Berry's bestselling series: - The Big Book of Homemade Products for Your Skin, Health & Home- Easy Homemade Melt & Pour SoapsAuthor BiographyJan Berry is the soapmaker and herbalist behind The Nerdy Farm Wife. She's also the author of 101 Easy Homemade Products for Your Skin, Health & Home. Jan lives on a small farm in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia with her husband and two teenagers, where she enjoys gardening, crafting pretty herbal concoctions, caring for a menagerie of farm animals and, of course, soapmaking. Number of Pages: 192 Dimensions: 0.5 x 8.9 x 8 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: August 08, 2017

Report copyright infringementby Ayako Umehara (Author)The all-in-one guide to making 100% natural beauty and bath soaps at home! This book makes it easy to create your own soaps using ingredients that you know and trust. Author Ayako Umehara is a certified herbal therapist, aromatherapy and Ayurveda instructor, and she shows you how to make your own soaps using pure and simple natural ingredients like olive oil, shea butter, rose hips, avocado, manuka honey and almonds as well as many and novel aromatic ingredients like Yuzu Matcha Mint, Lemon Eucalyptus and Salt, Seaweed and Clay. The chapters in the book present 45 all-natural recipes using 100% pure essential oils and botanicals in the following categories: Soaps That Are Gentle on the Skin including Manuka Honey Soap, Plain Olive Oil Soap and Skim Milk Soap for Kids Soaps That Nourish the Skin and Body such as Avocado and Sweet Almond Soap, Grape Seed Soap and Sesame Spice Scrub Soap Soaps that Soothe for example Lavender Marble Soap, Rosemary Soap and Linden Flower and Honey Soap Natural Soaps for Everyday Use like Tea Tree Hand Soap and Baking Soda Paste for Cleaning Special Occasion and Seasonal Soaps such as Valentine's Sweet Soap and Christmas Ornament Soap A special section introduces basic techniques for bar soaps using the Cold Process and Melt-and-Pour Process as well as liquid soaps and how to vary the type and quantity of plant oils used. An extensive reference section covers everything you need to know about natural and botanical additives: plant and essential oils, herbs, dried flowers and other natural ingredients. For all your cleansing needs, Soapmaking for Beginners has got you covered--in suds!Author BiographyAyako Umehara is a certified senior herbal therapist, aromatherapy instructor and Ayurveda instructor and the director of the Tree of Life Handmade Guild. A member of the Aroma Environment Association of Japan (AEAJ), the Japan Medical Herb Association (JAMHA), the Sri Lanka Ayurveda Medical Association (SLAMA) and the Japan Ayurveda Promotion Association (JAPA), she is the author of How to Make Natural Soap and other books. She lectures and teaches at Tree of Life and other venues throughout Japan. Number of Pages: 96 Dimensions: 0.6 x 10.1 x 7.5 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: November 07, 2023

Report copyright infringementby Coreypine Shane (Author)Wildcraft your way to wellness with this guide book to nature's medicinal offerings in the Southeast! In Southeast Medicinal Plants, herbalist CoreyPine Shane is your trusted guide to finding, identifying, harvesting, and using over one hundred of the region's most powerful wild plants. Readers will learn how to safely and ethically forage, and how to use wild plants in herbal medicines, including teas, tinctures, and salves. Plant profiles include: Clear, color photographs Identification tips, medicinal uses and herbal preparations Harvesting suggestions. Lists of what to forage for each season, making the guide useful year-round! Thorough, comprehensive, and safe, this is a must-have for foragers, naturalists, and herbalists in West Virginia, Virginia, Kentucky, Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Arkansas, and Louisiana.Back JacketWith its wealth of botanical diversity, the Southeast provides an abundance of healing herbs accessible to all. Whether you are just starting out or are looking to deepen your herbal knowledge, this book is your essential companion for finding, identifying, sustainably harvesting, and safely using the most important wild medicinal plants. Author BiographyCoreyPine Shane is founder of the Blue Ridge School of Herbal Medicine in Asheville, North Carolina. CoreyPine been an herbalist for 25 years, and he trained at the Northeast School of Botanical Medicine, the Southwest School of Botanical Medicine (under noted herbalist Michael Moore), and the Institute of Chinese Herbology. He has spent the past 20 years seeing clients, teaching classes, and traveling for lectures. He has explored the southeast extensively, identifying and harvesting plants from the wild for his herbal extract business, Pine's Herbals. Number of Pages: 304 Dimensions: 0.71 x 8.98 x 6.46 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: November 09, 2021

Report copyright infringementby Mark Stephens (Author)The bestselling guide for yoga teachers and trainers, revised and updated--a comprehensive Yoga Alliance-aligned manual of asanas, breathing techniques, yogic foundations, and more. Revised and updated, Teaching Yoga by yoga expert Mark Stephens is one of the most popular resources for new and experienced teachers, and has been a trusted guide since its publication in 2010. This classic resource covers fundamental topics of yoga history and philosophy, as well as each of the 11 major styles of contemporary yoga. There is also practical advice for every stage of the teaching process, including tools for teaching 108 yoga poses (asanas), breathing techniques (pranayama), and meditation. The 2nd edition--adapted to meet the needs of the modern yoga teacher--features: Updated sections on yoga history and philosophy Discussions of trauma-sensitive yoga Coverage of cultural appropriation, racism, and sexism in yoga An inclusive approach that expands beyond the traditional vinyasa flow style New photos and illustrations 1-page summaries after each chapter An extended list of references for further learning Developed to meet 100% of the teacher training curriculum standards set by Yoga Alliance, the world's leading registry and accreditation source for yoga teachers and schools, Teaching Yoga is ideal for use as a core textbook in yoga teacher training programs. Number of Pages: 448 Dimensions: 1.02 x 9.21 x 7.24 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: April 02, 2024

Report copyright infringementby Amy Ippoliti (Author), Taro Smith (Author)Originally published in 2016, The Art and Business of Teaching Yoga immediately became the essential resource for those looking to start or maintain a successful career in yoga. Since then, the landscape has changed. Online yoga and social media are now a crucial part of most teachers' repertoires. Yoga teachers also face broad cultural shifts, an evolving environmental crisis, and resulting anxiety among students, all of which bring fresh challenges to their leadership and teaching abilities. This expanded edition will help you: - plan dynamic classes, including engaging digital content - build a loyal student base and become more financially stable - optimize your own practice - maintain a marketing plan and develop a unique brand - teach yoga to facilitate ease and inspire creative action in a troubled world Author BiographyAmy Ippoliti is a pioneer of advanced yoga education who has written for numerous publications. She teaches online for Yoga International and has taught at Omega Institute, Esalen, Kripalu, and the Telluride Yoga Festival. Taro Smith, PhD, is a health and wellness entrepreneur who has directed digital yoga and meditation content strategy for Yoga International, Gaia, Glo, and other platforms. Together, Ippoliti and Smith cofounded Vesselify, an online resource for yoga professionals. They live in Boulder, Colorado. AmyIppoliti.com Vesselify.com Number of Pages: 304 Dimensions: 0.9 x 8.4 x 5.4 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: December 05, 2023

Report copyright infringementby Christina Anthis (Author)The essential beginner's guide to healing with essential oils.The Beginner's Guide to Essential Oils puts the power of natural healing in your hands. This straightforward essential oils book distills the knowledge you need to unlock the potential of commonly found essential oils. Start making nourishing, all-natural, and affordable remedies to treat a variety of conditions--even make your own skin care and home cleaning products.This essential oils book explores the many modern applications of essential oils, from herbal medicine to aromatherapy to natural beauty. Discover profiles detailing the aromas and therapeutic actions of 30 favorite essential oils. Breathe easy with guidelines for safe use during pregnancy and instructions on diluting formulas for babies and children. You can begin your journey right away with any of the 100 included recipes for health and home.In The Beginner's Guide to Essential Oils, you'll find: 30 essential oil profiles--Find practical applications, blending and substitution suggestions, and more for 30 common essential oils.10 complementary oils--Learn the properties and best uses of 10 popular "carrier" oils you can use to dilute your essential oils.100 useful recipes--Enjoy the benefits of essential oils with recipes for salves, sprays, roll-on perfumes, and more.Blend the healing power of essential oils into your life with The Beginner's Guide to Essential Oils! Number of Pages: 186 Dimensions: 0.6 x 9.2 x 7.4 IN Publication Date: August 20, 2019

Report copyright infringementby Valerie Ann Worwood (Author)Looking for books on essential oils? Completely updated essential oils book: The Complete Book of Essential Oils and Aromatherapy might be the best aromatherapy book available anywhere. And, it just got better! If you liked Modern Essentials, you'll love this essential oils favorite: The Complete Book of Essential Oils and Aromatherapy, Revised and Expanded is a necessary resource for anyone interested in alternative approaches to healing and lifestyle. This new edition contains more than 800 easy-to-follow recipes for essential oil treatments from Valerie Ann Worwood, a consultant and expert on the clinical uses of essential oils internationally. Explore the multitude of benefits of essential oils and aromatherapy: In her clear and positive voice, Worwood provides tools to address a variety of health issues, including specific advice for children, women, men, and seniors. This aromatheraphy book also covers self-defense against microbes and contaminants, emotional challenges, care for the home and workplace, and applications for athletes, dancers, travelers, cooks, gardeners, and animal lovers. Worwood also offers us her expertise in the use of essential oils in beauty and spa treatments, plus profiles of 125 essential oils, 37 carrier oils, and more. An essential oils book classic for 25 years: Since the publication of the first edition of this book 25 years ago, the positive impact of essential oil use has become increasingly recognized, as scientific researchers throughout the world have explored essential oils and their constituents for their unique properties and uses.Author BiographyValerie Ann Worwood has a doctorate in complementary health and is a clinical aromatherapist who teaches throughout the world training therapists and medical practitioners. Her books include The Fragrant Mind, The Complete Book of Essential Oils and Aromatherapy, Aromatherapy for the Healthy Child, Endometriosis Natural Treatment Program (with Julia Stonehouse) and Aromatherapy for the Soul. Number of Pages: 712 Dimensions: 2.2 x 8.9 x 7.2 IN Publication Date: November 15, 2016

Report copyright infringementby Rebecca Beyer (Author)A definitive, beautifully illustrated guide to the folklore, history, and everyday utility of nearly 100 plants, trees, and shrubs. Reconnect with the wisdom of the land through this comprehensive guide from forager and ethnobotanist Rebecca Beyer. Richly illustrated and deeply researched, The Complete Folk Herbal celebrates nearly 100 plants, each one steeped in story, tradition, and healing power. Inside you'll find: - Detailed plant profiles covering origins, physical appearance, folklore, traditional uses, and modern applications. - Everyday remedies for headaches, burns, fatigue, insomnia, menstrual pain, and dozens of other common complaints. - Practical recipes for teas, tinctures, decoctions, salves, balms, and more. - Sustainable foraging practices that emphasize ethical harvesting and mindful stewardship of the earth's resources. Accessible yet encyclopedic, The Complete Folk Herbal is both a reference and an invitation to deepen your relationship with plants, honor the traditions of folk healing, and embark on a lifelong journey of herbal wisdom.Author BiographyRebecca Beyer founded the Blood and Spicebush School of Old Craft. She holds a bachelor of science in plant and soil science from the University of Vermont and a master's in Appalachian studies and sustainability from Appalachian State University. She lives in the mountains of Western North Carolina, where she manages a homestead and teaches traditional witchcraft, foraging, and Appalachian folk medicine. Number of Pages: 384 Dimensions: 1.2 x 9.1 x 6.1 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: October 07, 2025

Report copyright infringementby Amanda Gail Aaron (Author)All-Natural Soap, All You Need to Know. Match colors to scents, add essential oils, try a simple slab swirl or opt for a tiger stripe--the creative possibilities of homemade soaps are endless. Even if you're starting from scratch. If you're wondering where to find everything you need to know, open this book and get ready to fall in love with soap making. The Complete Guide to Natural Soap Making is the ultimate DIY reference to master the processes, techniques, and recipes to start creating picture-perfect handcrafted soaps. With step-by-step tutorials and 65 completely all-natural recipes, you'll find lots of inspiration to create your very own recipes to sell, gift, or keep all for yourself. Inside The Complete Guide to Natural Soap Making you'll find: Soap Making 101--Get prepped to make your very own soap with essential equipment and ingredients. Easy-to-Follow Tutorials--Learn insider design tricks and classic soap making techniques like cold-process, hot-process, melt-and-pour, and hand-milled. 65 Natural Recipes--Choose from fragrant and colorful recipes like Lavender Mint Soap, Coffee Scrub Soap, Citrus Zest Kitchen Soap, Shea Butter & Geranium Soap, and much more. Discover the pleasures of soap making with this beginner-friendly guide to create your very own suds!Author BiographyAMANDA GAIL AARON has built her career around providing education in her passion, soap making. She has taught in classrooms all over the United States and presents annually at conferences and seminars put on by the handcrafted soap industry's top guilds and organizations. Number of Pages: 294 Dimensions: 0.8 x 10 x 8 IN Publication Date: March 26, 2019

Report copyright infringementby Bernie Clark (Author), Sarah Powers (Foreword by)An updated version of the book that has become the go-to resource for Yin Yoga teachers all over the world and has been required reading in many teacher training programs.This second edition of the best selling The Complete Guide to Yin Yoga provides an in-depth look at the philosophy and practice of Yin Yoga with illustrated sections on how to practice Yin Yoga, including detailed descriptions and photographs of over 30 Yin Yoga asanas. All forms of yoga can provide benefits physically, emotionally, and mentally, however Yin Yoga works the deeper levels of the body/heart/mind: the yin tissues of fascia, tendons, ligaments, joints and bones, as well as the energetic channels of the meridians, nerves and blood system. One big difference noticed by students of Yin Yoga is the long-held, passive nature of the posture, which gives time for a deeper journey to unfold, a journey into the meditative aspects of yoga, a bridge to living life mindfully. The second edition includes--a more functional approach to the practice of yoga, emphasizing the concept of targeted areas; the importance of stress in reducing fragility and building antifragility; understanding the nature of creep and the importance of counterposes, with a revised list of effective counterpostures; many new photographs of the postures and their variations for different body types; a more current overview of the physiology of tissues and the energy body reflecting new understanding in the science of fascia and cellular signaling; and many other enhancements. As in the first edition, the book presents comprehensive information on how to do the practice, including how to get into and out of the pose, contraindications and warnings for those who may have trouble with particular aspects of the posture, and other important information. Why we do the practice is discussed by looking at its benefits in three main sections: the physiological, energetic and mental/emotional benefits. Number of Pages: 350 Dimensions: 1 x 9.4 x 6.7 IN Illustrated: Yes Publication Date: September 01, 2019