Cynthia's Bookshelf
Samuel Hahnemann: The Founder of Classical Homeopathy©
This article describes a brief history of the profession and its founder.
The series of professionally published articles below (American Homeopath: 2014-2018) describes my perspective on homeopathy’s main contribution to understanding chronic illness followed by my advocacy for professional standards of best practice in the US landscape of integrative medicine.
1. The Crowning Jewel of Homeopathy©
2. Putting the House in Order©
3. The Whole House©
4. Educational Alliance Building©
5. Healing The Profession©
Homeopathy: Beyond Flat Earth Medicine.
Timothy R Dooley, MD, ND. Timing Publications, 1995.
Read this short book FREE on the web at www.beyondflatearth.com. I suggest all my new clients to take a good look. It explains, in simple to understand Q & A format, the difference between the homeopathic approach and the conventional western understanding of disease.
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The Complete Homeopathy Handbook: A Guide To Everyday Health Care.
Miranda Castro, FHom. St. Martin’s Press, 1990.
In addition to offering very practical health tips on common acute illnesses, Castro helps you use basic homeopathy (includes a concise history and the principles of homeopathy).
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The Science of Homeopathy.
George Vitoulkas. Grove Press, 1980.
This is a good primer for skeptical minds. By the author largely responsible for the revival of homeopathy in the 1970’s, he outlines the scientific theory of energetic medicine and the clinical practice of homeopathy.
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Organon of the Medical Art.
Samuel Hahnemann.
This is the philosophical primer for application of the science and art of homeopathy, as written by its founder, Samuel Hahnemann.
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Engaging the Movement of Life: Exploring Health and Embodiment Through Osteopathy and Continuum.
Bonnie Gintis, DO. North Atlantic Books, 2007.
The author offers both an original scientific and energy perspective of osteopathy. Her osteopathic philosophy and depth of knowledge carries over into movement as a holistic therapeutic will inspire.
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Prepare for Surgery, Heal Faster
Peggy Huddleston
Peggy Huddleston developed five steps and guides the individual to prepare for surgery using mind-body techniques. A graduate of Harvard Divinity School, her clinical work and research focus on the ways positive emotions and the human spirit speed healing.
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When The Body Says No: Exploring the Stress-Disease Connection.
Gabor Mate, MD. Trade Paper Press, 2011.
Dr. Mate, a family physician, offers a case-study guide to understanding chronic disease and its connection to mental and emotional stress.
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Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art
James Nestor
Journalist, James Nestor provides educational tips and resources about maximizing the subtleties of correct breathing. He shows how cutting-edge research offers evidence that even slight adjustments to the way we inhale and exhale jump-starts performance; rejuvenates organs; halts snoring, asthma, and autoimmune diseases.
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Move Your DNA: Restore Your Health Through Natural Movement Expanded Edition.
Katy Bowman
Katy Bowman, part biomechanist, part science communicator, educates on the role movement plays in the body and in the world. She blends a scientific approach with straight talk about sensible, whole-life movement solutions.
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Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP)
AEDP is an integrative psychotherapy which places emphasis on healing and transformation, helping clients realize their own innate capacity for resilience and positive change. It promotes emotional awareness and regulation, allowing individuals to develop healthier ways to express and manage their emotions. Mostly geared to those wishing to adapt better emotionally to traumatic experiences. Explore AEDP and find a certified therapist here.
FREE online Qi Gong classes
Holden QiGong is a YouTube channel created by Lee Holden for peace, relaxing and healing. He is an ordained Buddhist monk from Vietnam and resides at Deer Park Monastery, CA since 2008. His excellent classes here are of all variety, levels and length.
Start here for accessing immediate energy and essential vitality for immune system strength with a 20-minute daily energy flow and balancing routine.
Opening Up by Writing It Down: How Expressive Writing Improves Health and Eases Emotional Pain.
James Pennebaker & Joshua Smyth. Echo Point Books and Media, LLC, 2019.
This is not a textbook; however, the authors focus primarily on the history of expressive writing and helpful sociological and scientific research that makes the case for writing to gain emotional insight and help. If you want writing exercises or “prompts”, this is not the resource for that.
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The Way of the Fearless Writer.
Beth Kempton. St Martin's Essential, 2022.
Written by a very sensitive and capable author about "the writing life", this multi-purposed book offers 50 exercises in self-examination of experiences, events or places. This excellent resource is a sure way to get the juices flowing. Take care of yourself; seek emotional support if having challenges with what surfaces from the depths.
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Happy Foods
Karen Wang Diggs
As a knowledgeable chef, nutritionist and cooking instructor, Wang Diggs has helped hundreds overcome eating issues and adopt a holistic food lifestyle by addressing pre-diabetes and other disease limitations with smart and safe approaches to foods that give them a happier lease on life.
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Nourishing Traditions
Sally Fallon
Sally Fallon, author and advocate this excellent nutritional cookbook, is the founder of the Weston A. Price Foundation, which promotes nutrition-dense wise traditions in food and farming.
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Smart Medicine For A Healthier Child: A Practical A-Z Reference To Natural and Conventional Treatments For Infants and Children.
Janet Zand, LAc, OMD, Rachel Walton, RN, and Bob Roundtree. Avery Publishing Group, 1994.
A must-own, comprehensive reference guide for families interested in holistic health, preventing illness and maintaining good health/hygiene at home.
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Whole Woman Homeopathy: The Comprehensive Guide to Treating PMS, Menopause, Bladder Infection, and Other Problems Naturally and Effectively.
Robert Ullman, ND and Judyth Reichenberg-Ullman, ND, MSW. Prima Health, 2005.
Veteran homeopaths and authors provide accessible and informative advise to women.
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Prozac Free, Ritilan Free Kids, Rage Free Kids, A Drug-Free Approach to Asperger’s Syndrome
Judith Reichenberg-Ullman and Robert Ullman.
Well-known homeopaths and authors, address how to overcome common labels given to children using an individualized homeopathic approach. Offers informative and practical tips for parents struggling to find a holistic approach to their child’s diagnosis.
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Homeopathy for Pregnancy, Birth and Your Baby’s First Year.
Miranda Castro, FSHom. St Martin’s Press, 1992.
Castro offers a wonderful primer for every mother-to-be, up to your child’s second year.
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Parenting from the Inside Out: How a Deeper Self-Understanding Can Help You Raise Children Who Thrive.
Daniel J. Siegel, MD.
Findings in neurobiology and attachment research explain how interpersonal relationships directly impact the development of the brain. Well-known child psychiatrist Siegel offers parents a step-by-step approach to forming a deeper understanding of their own life stories, which will help them raise compassionate and resilient children.
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The Vaccine Guide: Making an Informed Choice.
Randall Neustaedter, OMD, LAc. North Atlantic Books, 1996.
Founder of the Holistic Pediatric Association, this author offers practical information on the vaccine issue that every parent deserves to make the most informed decision for themselves.
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Melatonin Risks and Children’s Sleep
Published at ImmuneHealthScience.com
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