This is a concise but comprehensive book which equips the readers with the necessary tools to improve physical, mental, and spiritual health. Diane has carefully picked effective techniques that can easily be learned and practiced in day-to-day life.
—Dr. Krishna N. Sharma/Professor, Vice-Chancellor at Victoria University Kampala in Uganda, Bestselling Author, Researcher, and World Record Holder
I Wish I Had This Book 15 Years Ago-
I went through 4 terrible years of depression from 2006 to 2010, chronicled in a book I wrote called HOW I ESCAPED FROM DEPRESSION. Oh, if only I had had this book as a resource, I would have no doubt gotten through it much sooner and much better. My healing was a three-legged stool—body, mind, and spirit—a comprehensive approach. That's exactly what this book covers, in much detail and helpful suggestions. Oh, Diane, where were you when I needed you. The answer is that it wasn't written yet. Would that it had been. I highly recommend this book for those going through emotional issues or other challenging situations.
—Patrick Day, Reverend, President of Pyramid Publishing, author of The Bible Revealed
A must read!
As an indie author myself, this book moved me in many, many ways…From the serene cover to the gentle pictures, this book truly is a find amongst the mind, body, and spirit books in this genre. As an eating disorder provider, I am well aware of the connection between all three! The chapter that truly resonated with me most, as a recovered codependent, is forgiveness and letting go. Easier said than done! This book is a must read for anyone struggling with anxiety and/or has a strong mind body connection and I highly recommend!
—Debra Spector, MS, RDN, CDN, author of The Things I've Seen People Do With and Without Food
What a beautiful book! A great go-to for preventative health and healing, packed with a variety of therapeutic modalities, including energy work and sensory techniques, like aromatherapy. What's interesting about this book is that the author incorporates both her stories of healing and her Christian faith, showing that alternative medicine and Christ-centered practice can work hand in hand. I loved hearing about the psychic/spiritual aspects of the author's life as well as her dedication to her therapeutic practices—and the community at large. Her clients are lucky to have her, and readers of this book will find a wealth of resources to guide them.
—Jacqueline Henry Moloney, writer, poet, and certified Kundalini Yoga and Reiki III practitioner
Diane Calabrese is a talented writer who has spent a purposeful life caring for and healing others. This book is more than just a book—it encompasses the years and talent that Diane has brought to many people—similar to some of us—who have suffered injury and pain. The pain could be physical or mental, or emotional. The pain could also be spiritual. All of these aspects work together in a synergist manner. This book details the many different types of healing for our souls—physical, mental, and emotional, from basic physical therapy types of movements to Tai Chi, Pilates, and Yoga. Diane also embraces and shares the ancient beliefs and rituals of our Chakras, incorporating the uses of rocks and crystals, including the histories and meanings of these ancient practices. You can feel the love and compassion that Diane has for our peace of mind and total healing of ourselves and our souls through the presentation in this book. After reading this helpful book, I felt at ease and happy about life. There is hope through healing. I highly recommend the reading of this book. Happy healing.
—Alexis Skriloff James, freelance writer and editor, dbs AIS Publications
Fascinating Book—Mind, Body, Spirit and Discovering the Purpose of Life is the most complete collection of mind, body, and spirit techniques in one book that I have ever seen. Although the book is primarily New Age, it has a strong Christian base. Each chapter covers a different aspect of holistic health. There doesn't seem to be anything left out. I would recommend this book to anyone looking for relief in dealing with the problems of life. Diane Calabrese has had many years of practice as a therapist. Her writing shows that she is a caring soul with the goal of helping others.
—Lynn K. Russell, author of The Wonder of You, What the Near-Death Experience Tells You About Yourself, and Worpple
This book teaches how to take care of our lives physically, mentally, spiritually, and emotionally. It introduces different holistic treatments that help us prevent certain mistakes and illnesses. As humans, we are born with a particular purpose to fulfil, but the problem comes when we don't discover our purpose, and we live according to others' perspectives of us. The book is filled with guidelines that enable us to find the purpose for which we are created. It shows the difference in our individual physical well-being as well as our spiritual well-being. It also portrayed self-healing practices when broken. It is known that our actions result from our thoughts, and the book also helps direct our thoughts to become better humans.
—El-limitless, Onlinebookclub.org
2022-05-25
A guide to holistic medicine and healing for Christian readers that aims to revitalize the soul and help one find one’s purpose.
Calabrese, a longtime recreationaltherapist with nonprofit and palliative care experience, aims to help readers learn holistic healing modalities that, she asserts, can decrease pain and suffering and help one find meaning in one’s life. She equates the mind-body-spirit connection with the power of holistic healing, and expounds on the significance of chakra alignment, which forms the basis of several methods she details later in the book. She goes on to define and elaborate on holistic healing methods, such as aromatherapy, Reiki, crystal therapy, prayer-guided meditation, tai chi and yoga, and art therapies. This book can best be described as an introductory manual on holistic healing, as it covers a wide range of familiar tools and techniques intended to reduce stress and improve self-reflection in daily life. However, some sections read like a collection of research without any additional theory included, such as four pages detailing different types of essential oils. Many of the practices included here have origins in Buddhist and Hindu traditions, such as meditation and tai chi, but the author grounds the bulk of her advice in Christian thought. This aspect becomes especially relevant in the book’s final chapters, which focus on finding purpose, living in the present, and practicing trust and service through faith in Jesus. Calabrese never formally addresses how the presence of Eastern traditions interacts with her recommendations guided by the Christian faith, which can be confusing, and unless a reader already practices Christianity, this book may be of little practical use; when describing how to identify one’s purpose, for instance, Calabrese asserts that purpose is a “life-long journey” whose destination is “to learn God’s core lessons” and understand “your special gifts and talents given to you by God.” For this audience, however, there are numerous valuable lessons to be found about forgiveness, affirmation, peace, and service.
A wide-ranging but occasionally uneven handbook on alternative medicine.
