Crossing the Forbidden Highway

The Untold Story of Orgone, Body Therapy, and Suppressed Emotion

De: Laurence Galian

Narrado por: Virtual Voice

GIVE THE GIFT OF RADICAL TRANSFORMATION THIS HOLIDAY SEASON

Are you looking for the perfect gift for the seeker, the healer, or the intellectual rebel in your life? Crossing the Forbidden Highway is more than a memoir—it is a torch in the dark for anyone ready to reclaim their vitality in the New Year.

THE PERFECT GIFT FOR STUDENTS OF:
• Wilhelm Reich & Orgone Energy
• Somatic Healing, Breath Work, and Body Work
• The psychology of Ayn Rand & Nathaniel Branden
• Radix Education & Charles R. Kelley
• Recovery from Religious Trauma & CPTSD

ABOUT THE BOOK
Venture into a forbidden realm where science collides with mystery, and the human body reveals cosmic secrets. In this groundbreaking work, Laurence Galian—visionary pianist, composer, and author—uncovers the radical legacy of Wilhelm Reich, whose theories on sexual vitality challenged the foundations of 20th-century psychology.

Why did the U.S. government burn Reich’s books? What truths about "emotional armoring" were too dangerous to unleash? Galian explores a kaleidoscope of transformative ideas, from the Orgone Accumulator to the controversial evolution of Body Therapy through figures like Charles R. Kelley. Discover the hidden link between radical body work and the Objectivist circle of Ayn Rand, blending emotional liberation with rational individualism.

A BLUEPRINT FOR HEALING
Fringe explorers will be captivated by Galian's deeply personal journey through the crucible of adoption trauma, IBS, and GAD. Learn how somatic therapy can transform vulnerability into focused life force. This book offers a bridge for those deconstructing traditional religion and seeking a path to transcend specific notions of divinity.

ACCLAIM FOR CROSSING THE FORBIDDEN HIGHWAY

"An introspective nonfiction gem... masterfully combines authenticity, vulnerability, acumen and curiosity... Highly recommended indeed."
— Sol Luckman, author, Get Out of Here Alive

"A fascinating and illuminating read... Galian provides a blueprint for healing within our own bodies utilizing sexual energy... A resuscitating read in a world broken by patriarchy."
— Trista Hendren, author, The Girl God

"Brilliantly crafted in engaging, accessible prose... Part memoir, part revelatory exposé... Highly recommended!"
— Larry R. Paul, M.A. in English, Georgia State University

"The structure of this book is admirable... And the tone throughout is friendly, even intimate, and positive in ways that feel trustworthy."
— Marylyn Coffey, M.A. English Literature, Writer & Musician

FROM THE AUTHOR
"I sit down to write these words not as a distant observer, but as someone who has walked through fire and discovered, in Wilhelm Reich's legacy, a path home to myself. I recommend that anyone struggling with anxiety, depression, or sexual blocks seek out these methods. Reich’s work was the trunk of a vast tree, and this book is my invitation for you to find the headwaters of that fresh, flowing water." — Laurence Galian