Through Time into Healing: How Past Life Regression Therapy Can Heal Mind, Body and Soul (Paperback)

by Brian L. Weiss (Author) "HYPNOSIS IS THE MAIN TECHNIQUE I USE TO HELP PAtients access past life memories..." (more)
Key Phrases: key moment flow, regression tape, past life therapy, Mary Lou, New Jersey, Native American (more...)

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly
For many years, psychiatrist Weiss ( Many Lives, Many Masters ) used hypnotic regression as a treatment, but not until one patient apparently regressed to a previous life did he consider that the key to a host of his patients' current psychological problems might lie in the lives they conceivably had lived hundreds, even thousands, of years earlier. Using case histories of patients whose troubles with physical illness, relationships, obesity, substance abuse and grief had eluded traditional treatments, Weiss makes a convincing argument for the notion that they had lived "past lives" and for past life therapy. The book provides mind-expanding exercises and the techniques used in past-life regression. An appendix gives readers a script and instructions for making their own regression tape. While some readers are sure to remain skeptical, the case histories are riveting narratives.
Copyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

From Library Journal
Weiss's theory is that "regression therapy and hypnotic visualization can transform the mind to reach . . . healing states. These methods can be used in conjunction with traditional medical approaches and medicines." For patients needing extensive treatment, he recommends past life regression. By regressing, patients relive past lives and often tragic deaths, find understanding, and are cured of current problems, Weiss states--all in only a few sessions of hypnotic visualization therapy. Weiss deliberately refers to other therapies and practitioners to legitimize his work. He shows how regression has helped patients grieve a loved one; uncover the root causes of obesity or substance abuse; heal the inner child and the abused child; and promote physical healing. Pop psychology and New Age readers will demand this title. Therapists might gain insights. Mandatory for public libraries, while optional for academic libraries.
-Susan Burdick, Lehigh Community Coll., Schnecksville, Pa.
Copyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 208 pages
• Publisher: Piatkus Books (June 25, 1998)
• ISBN-10: 0749918357
• ISBN-13: 978-0749918354
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.4 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.5 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (25 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #913,727 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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52 of 53 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars You are so much more than your current ego- AWAKE!, March 19, 2004

By	OAKSHAMAN "oakshaman" (Algoma, WI United States) - See all my reviews (TOP 100 REVIEWER)

This review is from: Through Time Into Healing (Paperback)

I found that this book is really a continuation of _Many Lives, Many Masters_. However, instead of focusing upon a single case study, this time the author covers many cases of hypnotic regression. There are several reasons for these regressions arranged by section: healing physical problems, healing relationships, healing the inner and abused child, correcting obesity and eating disorders, correcting substance abuse, achieving mystical or spiritual insights, and regression simply to enrich one's overall experience of the wonder of life. The cases examined tend to be brief but to the point.

The last chapter covers the technique of hypnotic regression (both conventional and past-life) in more detail. Additional techniques of past-life exploration are also examined such as dream analysis, meditation and visualization, self-awareness techniques, and "play" techniques. It is significant that the author emphasizes that regression can usually be safely achieved by self-hypnosis without benefit of an "expert." In fact, the appendix contains the transcript for a self-hypnosis tape (do NOT listen to it in the car!)

There are also some more extensive historical and philosophical insights in this book. this includes the fact that reincarnation was initially accepted by the Christian faith until it became the state religion of Rome. Both the Emperor Constantine, as well as the later church hierarchy, rejected the doctrine for political and control reasons. It is also pointed out that an underground of mystical movements such as the Gnostics, Cathars, Sufis, and Kabbalists have always accepted reincarnation as a core spiritual belief (indeed, life hardly makes sense with out it.)

One additional note: Dr. Weiss actually found out who the "Robert Jarrod" was that needed his help from his previous experience with Catherine.

All in all, I found this book to be even more interesting and informative than Many Lives, Many Masters.

27 of 28 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Healing Takes Time, But Can Be Accelerated, April 1, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Through Time Into Healing (Paperback)

Although this book is more clinical in its approach than Weiss' other two stories, I still found it interesting and compelling. His chapters are understandably split by categories. As a recovering alcoholic, I was quite intrigued by how I fit into the scheme of life and death. It has given me insight into my alcoholism, has helped me heal my deep pain, and has helped keep me sober for the last 7 years. It helped me realize that active alcoholism is suicide on an installment plan. The suggestion for a self-guided regression session (at the end of the book) is worthwhile in itself!

29 of 32 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing..., February 2, 2000

By	"tahiri" (New Jersey) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Through Time Into Healing (Paperback)

Having read "Only Love Is Real: A Story of Soulmates Reunited" first, I already knew I would love this book before I picked it up. Dr. Weiss' experiences with regression therapy, and the amazing stories of his patients, have given me a whole new interpretation on everything from my own views on death and the afterlife and the meaning and purpose of our lives, to a deeper understanding of my soulmate and I, who had only just ourselves rediscovered each other in this lifetime, and were seeking answers to the powerful, otherwise inexplicable connection we have. I would recommend this book, and any of Dr. Weiss' books, to anyone who has wondered what the real purpose of our lives is, or who wants to know more about soulmates, soul families, and healing life's pain and loneliness.