In EASTERN BODY, WESTERN MIND, chakra authority Anodea Judith brought a fresh approach to the yoga-based Eastern chakra system, adapting it to the Western framework of Jungian psychology, somatic therapy, childhood developmental theory, and metaphysics. This groundbreaking work in transpersonal psychology has been revised and redesigned for a more accessible presentation. Arranged schematically, the book uses the inherent structure of the chakra system as a map upon which to chart our Western understanding of individual development. Each chapter focuses on a single chakra, starting with a description of its characteristics, then exploring its particular childhood developmental patterns, traumas and abuses, and how to heal and maintain balance. Illuminated with personal anecdotes and case studies, EASTERN BODY, WESTERN MIND seamlessly merges the East and West, science and philosophy, and psychology and spirituality into a compelling interpretation of the chakra system and its relevance for Westerners today.Revised edition of the groundbreaking New Age book that seamlessly integrates Western psychology and the Eastern chakra system, including a new introduction from the author. Applies the chakra system to important modern social realities and issues such as addiction, codependence, family dynamics, sexuality, and personal empowerment. Previous edition has sold more than 55,000 copies.
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Rather than presenting an esoteric borrowing from Indian culture, Judith employs the metaphoric language of the chakra system within the context of modern psychology. Her clear organization and numerous charts make browsing for subjects of personal relevance a breeze, and her comparison of the various maps of psychological development (Freudian, Piagetian, Eriksonian, Reichian, and others) is intriguing. The book provides a useful tool for contemplating our strengths, weaknesses, and appropriate approaches to growth. -Yoga Journal". . . [S]parkles with insight. Spiritual seeker, client, and therapist alike will find treasures here."-PanGaia magazine
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* Revised edition of the groundbreaking New Age book that seamlessly integrates Western psychology and the Eastern chakra system, including a new introduction from the author.
* Applies the chakra system to important modern social realities and issues such as addiction, codependence, family dynamics, sexuality, and personal empowerment.
* Previous edition has sold more than 55,000 copies.
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Anodea Judith holds a doctorate in Health and Human Services, with a speciality in Mind-Body healing, and a Master's in Clinical Psychology. Her best-selling books on the chakra system, marrying Eastern and Western disciplines, have been considered groundbreaking in the field of Transpersonal Psychology and used as definitive texts in the U.S. and abroad. With a million books in print in 14 languages, her books have won her the reputation of solid scholarship and international renown as a dynamic speaker and workshop leader. She is the founder and director of Sacred Centers, a teaching organization that offers workshops and teleclasses in chakras, evolutionary activism, yoga, manifestation techniques and much more. You can find her on the web at http://www.sacredcenters.com.
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90 of 92 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I have to say, this author knows her stuff.
As I've learned from reading many of her books, she has long had a history of studying the chakra system. Through personal experience, she has adapted some of the esoteric systems with her own style, which are discussed more fully within her books.
This book in particular is an important one. In our culture, we all suffer abuses of some kind or another, even abuses we probably wouldn't consider abuse. Take noise pollution for example - it's a real assault on your senses, although we drown it out and let our body deal with the consequences.
But this book deals with the heavier stuff too - relationship issues, physical or sexual abuse, eating disorders, mental imbalances, whatever it may be, it's probably covered in this book. And what I have noticed is this author really knows what she's talking about - she provides insights I have not heard come from anyone else in my entire life.
I strongly encourage this book to everyone, regardless of who you are. This is a book for humanity.
As I've learned from reading many of her books, she has long had a history of studying the chakra system. Through personal experience, she has adapted some of the esoteric systems with her own style, which are discussed more fully within her books.
This book in particular is an important one. In our culture, we all suffer abuses of some kind or another, even abuses we probably wouldn't consider abuse. Take noise pollution for example - it's a real assault on your senses, although we drown it out and let our body deal with the consequences.
But this book deals with the heavier stuff too - relationship issues, physical or sexual abuse, eating disorders, mental imbalances, whatever it may be, it's probably covered in this book. And what I have noticed is this author really knows what she's talking about - she provides insights I have not heard come from anyone else in my entire life.
I strongly encourage this book to everyone, regardless of who you are. This is a book for humanity.
26 of 32 people found the following review helpful
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As the subtitle suggests, this book gives a psychological analysis of each of the 7 major chakras. There are 55 pages devoted to each chakra, covering the meaning of its color, its issues, the age of its manifestation, its traumas, character, excesses, deficiencies and how to balance it by resolving its psychological issues. In addition, there are 10 supplemental charts summarizing the various characteristics of the 7. The book is more analytical than spiritual, more doctrinal than experiential and more dry than emotional.
The 3 things I found mildly useful were the summary charts, its perspective of being able to blend East and West and its ease of reference by being well organized and summarized. At best, an occasionally useful secondary reference. Well suited for a psychologist looking for a new angle. Not well suited for someone looking for spiritual growth.
The 3 things I found mildly useful were the summary charts, its perspective of being able to blend East and West and its ease of reference by being well organized and summarized. At best, an occasionally useful secondary reference. Well suited for a psychologist looking for a new angle. Not well suited for someone looking for spiritual growth.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
By picky reader
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I was looking for something that would relate elements of eastern metaphysical philosophy to more familiar western concepts in order to make the former more accessible, particularly the connection between body/mind/spirit. This is not that book. Instead, it is composed of the author's own elaborate theories on how social influences encountered early in life result in lingering issues that impact specific chakras. She appears to have synthesized her theories by combining her own considerable suppositions with a lot of pop developmental psychology, a profoundly speculative body of theory unto itself, and many of her claims are in conflict with modern neuroscience concerning the impressionable stages of brain development. It's no secret that despite the profusion of psychological and spiritual theory that has been hatched over the last half-century, most reliable indicators show that Americans are, in fact, less "well" than they were before. This author's theories are spun from those same pop-psych notions, so it's doubtful that there's much real value to the material - other than the sense of relief some might gain from latching onto a convincing excuse for their problems. In that respect, this book will probably find a willing audience among people suffering hangovers from having grown up in a dysfunctional family, but linking any resolution of those issues to the chakras seems like taking credit for something unearned. Most of us encounter the chakra concept through yoga, meditation, or similar disciplines. Those practices commonly result a sense of improved mental and spiritual well-being, but for reasons that are poorly understood. This book does little to credibly elucidate those reasons, nor does it do much to alleviate the flakiness-factor that prevents many of us from "connecting" with eastern philosophy. That realm is filled with self-invented healers who dispense opinion and dippy psycho-spiritual jargon to seekers who are perhaps a bit too impressionable and undiscerning. A little research reveals that this particular author's own credentials are extremely questionable: a "masters degree" from a for-profit, "independently accredited" "university" (located in office space at a convenient freeway exit near you) and a "PhD" from an unaccredited "non-traditional" "distance learning" institution that was closed by court order for granting illegitimate degrees. Hmmm..... As for flakiness - well, check her out yourself on Controverscial.com. (Yes, that's how they spell it.) In sum, if you looking for credible information that will help you connect with principles of eastern philosophy, this book is not recommended.
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Published 1 day ago by C. Buser
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Good reference on Chakras
This author really knows her stuff about the chakra system in depth and makes it interesting and easy to understand the concepts.
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Published 8 days ago by Deb Lab.
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simply explained
This book helped me understand myself more and to give myself permission to be me. It is eaisly explained and understood.
Published 1 month ago by Laurie Schmitt
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Fantastic
This book does a great job of explaining the chakra's and assisting you in open them further. I would tell people to read this book if interested in have a well rounded knowledge... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Cat
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A Favorite
I have had this book in hard cover for many years. It is indispensable if you have an interest in learning about the connection between emotional experiences, energy centers and... Read more
Published 2 months ago by moon
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Where "the twain" meet
As someone familiar with various styles of "therapy", I was fascinated to see the extensive reference to Western schools of thought integrated into the chakra philosophy. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Paul A. Danaher
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a truly magnificent read
A must own book,very thick but very good. Everything you need to know about chakras, energy and who we are.
Published 4 months ago by Catherine M. York
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A great resource
A great reference book for anyone seeking a greater understanding of the chakra system. I read this book cover to cover and keep it on hand as a reference tool.
Published 4 months ago by bdhall
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great read
I am a nurse and a yoga teacher this book gives a strong scientific explanation to the chakras along with the philosophical information.
Published 5 months ago by Samantha Norman
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