Energy Healing Books

I mainly bought this book because I was intrigued by Dr. Llera's all-encompassing approach to helping the human body to heal, particularly her use of applied kinesiology to get to the root of issues that seem to defy resolution through traditional healing methods. The protocol is simple yet powerful, and Dr. Llera's writing is clear and easy to understand.

Signature Energy Work is a practical reference for professional healers, and provides empowering insights into the workings of the human body for those who are on their own path of self-healing. I highly recommend it.

"I believe that healing is an art. When you master the technical structure of any healing modality or system, you become a technician, but when you stand on that structure and leap from it into the unknown, you become an artist."

Signature Energy Work describes the original theory and clinical practice developed by Dr. Cora Llera and is meant to be a teaching tool for others to learn her system of healing work that includes the effective use of flower essences. The introductory material provides a summary of the wide range of scientific theories, historical cultural contexts and healing modalities which she has studied that have culminated in her concept of "Signature Energy Work." This theory and practice diverges from the modern western medical model under which she received her training as a chiropractor:

"Years of clinical practice have proven to me that an objective physical examination of my patient is both necessary and valuable, but the information it provides is limited. In addition, my experience has shown me that a diagnosis and treatment based solely on objective modalities provides limited results." This discovery of what lacked in her training led her to the understanding and importance of incorporating "subjective reality" into her approach to providing care for her patients. "It's my willingness to not know ... to recognize the limitations of my objective knowledge, that allows me to relax my ego, expand outward beyond the limits of my five senses - beyond the limitations of objective physical reality - and connect to the subjective."

Dr. Llera has found that her Signature Energy Work has been extremely useful for those with chronic pain or pain that has not been alleviated by traditional medical methods. Discovering the underlying cause of pain - whether the pain is physical or non-physical - is crucial in alleviating it. "Pain and illness are not our body betraying us, but rather attempting to assist us in growing. ... If we trust that our body is trying to communicate with us, rather than hurt us, we will listen to it. It has been my experience, in 20 years of listening to bodies, that when we get the message, the body stops sounding the alarm."

The book provides an overview and historical view of the mind-body connection, and outlines the background from which her theory of Signature Energy Work has evolved. She illustrates this evolution with generously described clinical case studies and visual analogies that allow her intended audience - other practitioners - to make the leap from the scientific base she draws from to understanding the underpinnings of the actual clinical practice of Signature Energy Work.

"Research ... indicates that we humans are composed of physical, as well as mental, emotional, and spiritual aspects, and that these aspects inter-relate. This means that for every physical condition we experience ... there is the potential for an equally important emotional, mental, or even spiritual level of cause for that condition. ... We can make alterations on any level: at the emotional level, by changing how we deal with our feelings, at the mental level, by changing beliefs and ideas, or at the spiritual level, by altering how we pursue the themes and purpose of our life. ...

Our physical body lies within the energy body [which is composed of the emotional, mental and spiritual bodies], and is constantly influenced by its energies. And because these energies are not in physical form, they fluctuate and change as our thoughts, feelings, and self-understanding changes. In addition, these energies have an effect on the people who come into contact with our field... . Research indicates that the human energy field extends anywhere from a few inches to several feet away from our physical body ... each of our thoughts and beliefs, each of our habitual emotional reactions gives off its own characteristic energy frequency. Anyone who enters our energy field can feel it. These signature frequencies can be measured scientifically, and can be seen psychically. The sum total of all of the electromagnetic signatures of every thought, feeling, and belief that we have ever had, as well as the signature frequencies of every organ, tissue, cell, and molecule in our physical structure, are what make up our energy field. You can easily see that the result is a distinctly different energetic pattern for each human being, a pattern as unique as our fingerprint or our handwriting. This overall pattern is what identifies us as individuals; it's our signature in the universal language of energy. I call it our signature energy."

Most of Dr. Llera's book is devoted to a detailed description of the protocol involved in utilizing Signature Energy Work. It begins with identifying the core question which the healing work will address: "what is the problem that needs to be solved, or the understanding that needs to be gained at this time?" Applied Kinesiology, used for decades to determine subjective truth, is central to the process of discovering the core answer to this question. To work with the various energy levels, one must have a communication technique to access the energetic qualities of the necessary information. Dr. Llera studied many muscle testing systems and questioning protocols and devised what she considers to be a simplified version that has worked efficiently for her: "The result is a comfortably simple, but reasonably comprehensive line of questions that I call the SEW (signature energy work) LINE (of questioning)."

Dr. Llera states: "The `work' of Signature Energy Work is about moving and transforming energy. We can analyze the energy ... with the SEWLINE questions, bringing to our conscious attention as many of the qualities of the answer's energetic signature as possible. ... a habitual pattern (of thoughts, feelings, actions, and/or beliefs) that is limiting us in some way, and is presenting itself for change. We can literally change the form of this pattern, by replacing it with a new pattern, based on the energy of the core answer. If, according to our understanding of quantum physics, everything is energy, and takes on physical form only according to our observation of the energy - how we see it, how we feel about it, the meaning we attach to it - then we can actually change the physically manifesting form of an energy by changing how we observe it."

Addressing the core answer to the presenting condition or problem is done either by indirect energy techniques applied externally (moving the energy for the patient) or direct techniques whereby the patient places her non-judgmental, conscious awareness on the problem. "Indirect/external techniques focus on restoring balance to the body-mind. Direct/internal techniques focus on creating growth of the body-mind." Dr. Llera discusses in some detail various modalities and techniques utilizing case studies to illustrate their applications. In addition, she discusses working with the different qualities of energy in respect to the levels of the signature energy field.

Dr. Llera presents several cases in detail, one of which is a man who came to her initially for chiropractic adjustments for stiffness in his mid-back. Over the course of treatments, he also mentioned having digestive problems and "a sense of heaviness around the liver." In addition, he often developed small ulcers in his mouth during times of stress. At one point, he asked Dr. Llera if she might be able to discover the source of his physical difficulties. Via the SEWLINE protocol, she was able to determine that the cause of the patient's back pain was his liver that was deficient in energy. Further, his liver was deficient because its ability to intake energy was being blocked. Testing revealed that the block was physical in nature and had been in place since he was 7 years old. The energy needed in his liver was emotional, characterized by Mariposa Lily, and was related to his mother. In discussion with him, Dr. Llera learned about the history of his mother, his relationship with her, and more about his own childhood. The "active exploration of the nature of the Self-Limiting energy pattern" combined with the external hands-on energy work with Mariposa Lily flower essence on his back, resulted in the almost complete alleviation of the mid-back spasms and mouth ulcers. At times, when the symptoms threaten to return, the patient examines his current circumstances and explores what it is he might learn; this allows his symptoms to fade.

Signature Energy Work is an important guide for those willing to do healing work with their patients on the various energy levels - physical, emotional, mental and spiritual -when it's appropriate to do so. It is warmly subjective as well as carefully referenced, and provides a clear, concise outline of a technique refined from years of clinical practice by Dr. Llera.

You have to have a Windows PC to use this CD ROM (no Macintosh support), but other than that, it is quite beautiful. This CD ROM contains hundreds of full color images of Buddhism from Tibet and other parts of Asia. There are literally hundreds of photos of buddhas, goddesses, and other icons and symbols of Tibetan culture. Other sacred symbols from around the world are also included. There are several self-running slide shows, some general background on Tibetan buddhism itself, as well as references in the bibliography. Images are designed for display on a computer screen, and you can save as PC background walpaper images. Not super-high resolution images, but they do look very good on screen. There are some .wav sound clips of Tibetan chanting, bells, singing bowls and other things. I found it great fun to play with actually. A very nice reference CD or meditation tool. I put the slide show on continous play and just let it go...

This is a cd rom, and I can understand why. There are so many beautiful images that you couldn't get them all in one book. It's also nice to be able to take it wherever you go. I use it when I'm in a meditative mood - turn on my favorite zen meditation music,and watch the images. It took me a minute to figure out how to open it, but it was worth it. Great job!

Having taken CraniolSacral courses several years ago, i was delighted to read the new book; Working Wonders by Dr. Upledger., The Wonders never stop occuring.. I hope they never will. Each story was so inspiring and uplifting.. I know the compassion and dedication of these many therapist, affects the energy they transfer to their patients resulting in such remarkable changes.. Great Book!

This is the second copy of this book that I purchased for a friend considering Craniosacral Therapy. The short stories of actual experiences of practioners done in the 'Chicken Soup' style of a few pages per story is great. Reading it is much like eating peanuts, you do not want to stop!!

This is just the book that I need right now. I have been studying and practicing Reiki and Secheim for a month, Qigong for a year, and deep meditation for 5 years, where I get down to the delta state within 24 minutes. I have read 100's of good books and a lot of those airy-fairy feel good books that are vague and not practical. This book is practical, logical and truthful! I have not seen provided on the Internet or in books on Reiki , Secheim or Chi Gung, on the depth of procedures that a practitioner can use to channel the universal life force. I belong to 2 Reiki and Secheim circles, where advanced channelers are doing a lot of the techniques that Ric explains in this book, but I could not find in depth explanations of the procedures in any Reiki and Secheim books. Although traditional Reiki is simple, I see a lot of add-ons that the practitioners perform with the healee. Many of the add-ons are found in Ric's book. He explains 4 different methods of healing...sourcing from above, from the earth, from the heart, and from oneness. He explains in depth the colors in auras and what they mean. He explains in-depth aura balancing and the resistance that we all have to our physical, emotional, mental traumas. I welcome all questions, freepaul@pitt.edu

That book is amazing.There is alot of diferent energitic healing methods and a vast of books for the subject,but this the best I've ever read.A small book but contains everything for being a healer,simplest and most efficient methods I've ever seen.No need to take long courses;just read and practice this book.

Llewellyn Vaughan-Lee is the founder of the Golden Sufi Center and the author of many books including Awakening the World: A Global Dimension to Spiritual Practice and Working With Oneness. In this paperback, he challenges us to polish the mirror of our heart so that the light within us is more readily apparent, and we can help humanity and the world take the next step in its evolution. Today's world is enslaved to the tyrannies of materialism, power, and greed. The habit energies of selfishness and separation divide people from one another in an endless cycle of competition.

Christ told his disciples that they were the light of the world. Many other religions including Sufism emphasize the Higher Self which carries a light that belongs to God. Vaughan-Lee is convinced that the time is ripe for spiritual individuals to work with the light by serving the world. That means coming up against the tribalism, nationalism, and divisive forces which seem to control and dominate our culture. The author singles out the wisdom of the feminine since it emphasizes ways to be open and receptive to others. Women are taking the lead as guardians of the planet and offering us new patterns of connections with others.

Vaughan-Lee concludes that our light is a catalyst for the future and it will result in a transformation of our consciousness. We can accelerate this evolution by tapping the active imagination and accessing the images of the archetypal world.

This is a thorough investigation of the origins of healing amongst peoples and cultures from around the world. The author discusses how people have dealt with illness down the ages, by developing treatments offered by their environment. This includes the use of nutritional remedies, herbs and other modalities like acupressure and acupuncture.

One characteristic of these healing techniques is their holistic approach, where the whole person is treated in order to address the patterns that manifest in a particular disease state. Many remedies for acute and chronic conditions are provided. This excellent book bridges the gap between ancient wisdom and modern medicine, rescuing time-tested treatments from obscurity and applying them to our times.

These ancient techniques are mostly based on the principle of vibrational medicine, just like homeopathy and Dr. Bach's flower remedies. I therefore also recommend Gerber's excellent book Vibrational Medicine for a more thorough scientific analysis of how and why this system works. Ancient Roots, Many Branches is a valuable book for those who wish to take responsibility for their own health.

WaveLengths Natural Health had this to say about "Aromatherapy for the Emotions";
"Kylie Thompson writes a book about using aromatherapy for emotions that is personal and conversational. She introduces her background and experiences with aromatherapy, and it is clear from the first page that the author is quite intuitive and very heartfelt.
Aromatherapy for the Emotions highlights ways to use aromatherapy to help break emotional cycles and shift focus away from negative patterns..........Also included is a very interesting chapter on aromatherapy, the chakras, and the emotions. Thompson identifies oils according to a perfume note scale that she devised, and suggests specific essential oils for several different chakras, based on this scale. She also gives instructions for "chakra massage," either to stimulate or relax the chakra energy."

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As to date I have read all 6 of The Art of Energy Healing books by Susan and find they all go to a depth of understanding I've not read before ( I read a lot ). I have heard her speak and feel she is the most multidemsional person I have ever met. I always look forward to the next book.

IF YOU REALLY WANT TO LEARN TAI CHI AND USE IT TO IMPROVE YOUR HEALTH, POSTURE, MOVEMENT - EVEN CALM YOUR MIND - THIS IS THE BOOK. JOHN KONG GOES THROUGH EVERY ABSOLUTE DETAIL OF HOW TO DO THE MOVEMENTS STEP BY STEP THROUGH HIS 100 DAY PROGRAM - 3 MONTHS TO CREATE A SOLID BASIS OF TAI CHI. I HAVE THE PLEASURE OF ACTUALLY WORKING WITH JOHN KONG AND TRAINING FROM HIS BOOK. IN MY OPINION - A MANUAL OF TRAINING AT THIS LEVEL IS A RARE FIND. SOME OF THE BEST MARTIAL ARTS MASTERS OF KUNG FU AND KARATE IN THE NIAGARA REGION OF CANADA TRAIN AND HAVE TRAINED WITH JOHN KONG.

I have been doing laying on of hands for about 8 years now and this book summarizes the process in an interesting and understandable manner. The writer's style and structure brings the process to life with ease. To understand this subject well, knowledge about all types should be presented... and this authors does. A book you would not regret buying or having. I will be buying a few extra copies for my students and friends for gifts.