Resources
Below are some links to organizations, people, books, and other media providing information on health, healing, bodywork, meditation, creativity, and personal transformation. If you have suggested resources to add to our list, please don't hesitate to contact us!
Books & Media
Embodying Well-Being by Julie Henderson
The subtitle of this wonderful book is "How to Feel as Good as You Can, In Spite of Everything".
The Hum Book by Julie Henderson
Kum Nye Relaxation I & II by Tarthang Tulku
Time, Space, and Knowledge by Tarthang Tulku
Gesture of Balance by Tarthang Tulku
Waking The Tiger by Peter Levine
Destructive Emotions: A Scientific Dialogue with the Dalai Lama by Daniel Goleman
This book offers a scientific look at the profoundly calming effect of deep meditiation, with lots of information about the intersection of neuroscience and Buddhist philosophy and their practical applications.
Emotional Intelligence: Why It Can Matter More Than IQ by Daniel Goleman
Working with Emotional Intelligence by Daniel Goleman
Small Wonder by Barbara Kingsolver
Barbara's book features essays for facing the world without being overwhelmed by it. Her delicious writing always brings science and spirit together.
Offerings: Buddhist Wisdom for Every Day by Danielle and Olivier Follmi
The authors of this beautiful book are the official photographers of the Dalai Lama. The book contains exquisite photographs of Tibetan people and scenery from the Buddhist Himalayas, Tibet, India, Bhutan, and Nepal. Each page also contains a quote from different Buddhist texts and teachers.
Organizations & People
Tibetan Nyingma Institute
This institute offers classes in Tibetan Buddhist meditation, movement, and relaxation for continuing education credit in psychology, social work, and law. They also feature retreats, workshops, and work study programs.
Zapchen Somatics
Julie Henderson's work is an inspired amalgam of bodywork, meditation, and sound healing.
John Gottman on NPR
John presents a scientific approach to resolving conflict and making marriages work.
Continuum Montage
Continuum Montage presents workshops in introspective movement and creative embodiment; they are a wonderful accompaniment to the subtle touch style of bodywork.