The Energy of Belief: Psychology's Power Tools to Focus Intention and Release Blocking Beliefs (Paperback)

by Sheila Sidney, Ph.D. Bender (Author), Mary T. Sise (Author)
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Change is hard. Beliefs, thoughts and behaviors often continue as if they have a life of their own, and trying and talking--despite the best intentions--often don't seem to help. Many people spend years in psychotherapy without making a dent in their issues, but now a growing body of doctors, nurses, psychologists, and social workers are discovering that there are remarkable new techniques that, by correcting the flow of electromagnetic energy in the body with simple touching and breathing exercises, actually resolve longstanding psychological issues.

The authors of The Energy of Belief, Sheila Sidney Bender, a psychologist, and Mary T. Sise, a clinical social worker, wanted to help their patients take back control of their lives from unwanted beliefs, thoughts, feelings, and actions. They call their breakthrough method energy-TAB, or "touch and breathe." In this self-help book, Bender and Sise describe their method and lay out a series of simple exercises that allow people in distress to quickly feel major physical and psychological shifts. Their book is packed with real-life examples of clients who were not helped by other forms of therapy, but who used energy-TAB to free themselves of fears, addictions, and runaway emotions. Additionally, the book includes solid science, a step-by-step method for replacing any negative belief with a positive one, simple strategies for performance enhancement, dozens of illustrations, real-life case histories, and easy-to-follow instructions for using this exciting new method.

From the Publisher
"The Energy of Belief is for anyone struggling with self-defeating anxieties, beliefs, habits and behaviors, who is ready to try some exciting, effective, simple, user-friendly new self-help tools for change. Sise and Bender's exciting, eminently readable new book is based on the latest discoveries of the meridian-based treatments of energy psychology, and in a very clear, practical and grounded way, empowers readers to focus and fuel their intention to change and grow." -- Belleruth Naparstek, LISW, author of Invisible Heroes

"The Energy of Belief is a breakthrough book that can help you overcome the repetitive, destructive thinking that leads to physical breakdown and emotional suffering. Clear, practical, and easy to work with, this is a powerful book that can help you change your life." -- Joan Borysenko, PhD, author of Minding the Body, Mending the Mind

Product Details

• Paperback: 235 pages
• Publisher: Elite Books; 1 edition (November 15, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 160415019X
• ISBN-13: 978-1604150193
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.9 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #48,902 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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31 of 31 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Incredibly interesting, January 10, 2008

By	Reader Views "www.readerviews.com" (Austin, Texas) - See all my reviews

Reviewed by Paige Lovitt for Reader Views (1/08)

"The Energy of Belief" is written by a licensed Psychologist and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who combine both of their experience in the Energy Psychology field. This is a new branch of Psychology. Energy Psychology is described as, "...to include all psychologically oriented therapeutic strategies that incorporate the various forms of vibrational energetic influences and utilize the meridian system, the chakra system, or the area that surrounds the body called the biofields." (page 29)

Our personal beliefs influence our internal and external perceptions of ourselves and the outside world. Holding on to negative beliefs can make us view things negatively. In Energy Psychology, a TAB (Touch and Breathe) method is used to help release these blockages that hold us back. This form of psychology can be used to treat common psychological afflictions. By using this form of treatment, we can take back control over our lives. Both professionals and lay persons can benefit from reading this book.

The first half of the book teaches the basic steps of TAB. This includes learning how to use a meridian based algorithm. Helpful pictures are included. The second half teaches us how to get below the surface of our thoughts to better understand our beliefs and emotions. It also shows us how to personalize our self-work by learn more about our own energy systems.

I found this book to be incredibly interesting. I loved that it was written in a concise manner that made it easy to follow and understand. I was able to do the practice exercises without difficulty. The pictures were also a great help. Each chapter ends with a paragraph to help you transition into the next chapter. As I read the book, I felt like the authors were speaking directly to me and that they understood my needs. There is also an extensive bibliography and helpful resources.

"The Energy of Belief" gave me a greater understanding of how my negative beliefs are holding me back. It taught me how to release the energy blockages that keep me stuck in certain patterns. I was so happy to get my hands on this book! As a woman with a Master's degree in Counseling and a Reiki Master certification, it really pleased me to see that these two types of fields can be linked. I also appreciated learning that there is a scientific research to back this up.

All individuals on the path of self-healing will benefit from "The Energy of Belief." I also highly, highly recommend this book to professionals in the field of mental health, medical health, and alternative therapies.

20 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars New Dimensions in Energy Psychology, February 8, 2008

By	Fred P. Gallo (New Wilmington, PA United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

In "The Energy of Belief," Bender and Sise offer their own approach to energy psychology. They provide coverage on how to apply efficient techniques and protocols to uncover and resolve limiting beliefs and distressing emotional states. This book teaches how to use TAB (Touch and Breathe), a gentle mind-body technique where you think about an issue while taking a deep breath and touching key locations on your body. Similar to Energy Tapping, this technique helps to neutralize distress. The chief focus, as the title indicates, is on beliefs. And the authors cover beliefs in considerable detail. The protocols covered are simplified with useful diagrams so that anyone can apply them. This book will be of value for both self-help and to professional therapists. To some degree, this is a self-help version of an earlier professional book by Diepold, Bender, and Britt: Evolving Thought Field Therapy. I highly recommend it!
--Dr. Fred P. Gallo, author of Energy Psychology: Explorations at the Interface of Energy, Cognition, Behavior, and Health, Second Edition (Innovations in Psychology)and Energy Tapping for Trauma: Rapid Relief from Post-Traumatic Stress Using Energy Psychology

14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Touch And Breathe for Emotional Health & Well-Being, February 20, 2008

By	Victoria Britt "Victoria Britt, LCSW" (Montclair, NJ USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

The Energy of Belief is that rare combination of profoundly important ideas imbedded in a clear step-by-step self-help modality. Sheila Sidney Bender and Mary T. Sise have combined their considerable expertise as psychotherapists and pioneers in the emerging field of energy psychology to create this gem of a book. They have provided well reasoned theoretical explanations with extremely effective strategies for helping readers to examine and change their self-defeating beliefs and behaviors. Using the innovative Touch and Breathe (TAB) technique originated by the BDB Group, Bender and Sise gently guide readers through a personal journey of discovery and healing as they explain exciting new strategies for dealing with difficult personal issues. Of particular importance is their teaching how to access the mind/body/energy connection using self muscle testing. This, combined with a basic understanding of the acupuncture meridian system and some basic tenets of clinical psychology, has the potential to empower the reader in ways that have not been made available to the general public in such a lucid and concise format. The well conceived illustrations are invaluable in helping readers achieve the goals of gently and mindfully addressing painful areas of their lives. I highly recommend this wonderful new book to both the clinical and general public.

Victoria Britt, LCSW