Mountain Wisdom

"A marvelous debut...has everything a big, thick novel should have, and I hated to put it down." -- John Grisham "A page-turner." -- New York Times Book Review For readers of The Story of Edgar Sawtelle, this is a dramatic and deeply moving novel about an act of violence in a small Appalachian...

Easwaran's classic manual is a unique source of practical spiritual support for new and experienced meditators, and gives all the instruction needed to establish a vibrant meditation practice and keep it going. In passage meditation, you focus attention on passages, or texts, drawn from all the world's sacred traditions. You choose the passages that appeal to you, so this universal method stays fresh and inspiring, prompting you to live out your highest ideals.

Read by the author. We long for mountaintop experiences, but they’re difficult to achieve and impossible to maintain without the rest, nourishment, and strength found in lush, life-giving valleys. GRAMMY Award winner Jonathan McReynolds shows us why having a valley mindset is not what you...

Embark on a journey through the ebb and flow of the seasons with "Roots and Rituals: Reclaiming Appalachian Wisdom Through Seasonal Practices." This guidebook is an essential companion for those seeking to align their lives with the natural world's rhythm and for readers looking to incorporate the ancestral wisdom of Appalachian traditions into their daily routines. Penned by Ivy Mae, the author of "Sacred Smoke and Mountain Spirits: The Art of Appalachian Incense and Smudging," this tome is your portal to the sacred traditions, botanical knowledge, and the rich tapestry of folklore that ...

Stop carrying the shadows of the past and start tending your own fire. In the heart of the Appalachian Mountains, there is a silence known as the "Hush-Hush" heritage—a code of survival that taught us to keep our secrets buried, our "nerves" hidden, and our voices low. But the silence that protected our ancestors has become the very thing that keeps us stuck in cycles of anxiety, shame, and people-pleasing. Appalachian Shadow Work is a groundbreaking guide to reclaiming your light from the dark woods of generational trauma. Written by fellow traveler and cycle-breaker Dennis Henderson, ...

In this companion to his best-selling translation of the Bhagavad Gita, Easwaran explores the essential themes of this much-loved Indian scripture. Placing the Gita in a modern context, Easwaran shows how this classic text sheds light on the nature of reality, the illusion of separateness, the search for identity, and the meaning of yoga. The key message of the Gita is how to resolve our conflicts and live in harmony with the deep unity of life, through the principles of yoga and the practice of meditation.

On Shikon Dyeing A Fairy Tale of Tradition, Nature, and the Wisdom of the Mountain Man A New Translation with a Translator's Note and Annotations What can a mysterious mountain dweller teach a roomful of educated experts? And what happens when forgotten knowledge becomes the key to restoring a lost cultural tradition? In On Shikon Dyeing, Kenji Miyazawa transforms the revival of a traditional Japanese craft into a humorous, enchanting, and thought-provoking fairy tale. Shikon dyeing, a traditional technique using the roots of a purple-flowering plant to color cloth, was once a celebrated ...

Examines how each dimension influences Earth, its levels of creative expression, and the sciences that describe each one Provides meditations to open you to the experience of each dimension and all nine dimensions as an integrated whole Includes new evidence for the nine dimensions...

GO TELL IT ON THE MOUNTAIN: The Bestseller in Personal Growth! Gretchen had it all. Fame. Fortune. A life most could only dream of. Yet, a gnawing emptiness lingered. Then, a chance encounter in a New York City cafe sparks a life-changing journey. Gretchen ventures deep into the South American rainforest, to the doorstep of the world's wisest woman. There, on The Mountain, ten ancient Trails of Wisdom await. Guided by nature's profound lessons, Gretchen embarks on a quest for the answer that has always eluded her. GO TELL IT ON THE MOUNTAIN is more than Gretchen's story. It's your story. A ...

For the past 20 years, Stuart Wilson and Joanna Prentis have been explored the early Essene community, the life of Jesus, and the power of the teachings of Mary Magdalene through the use of past life regression. Expanding on the information conveyed in their first two books, The Essenes and Power of the Magdalene, Wilson fully explores, with the assistance of the Essenes, the ancient mystery teachings of Mary Magdalene and Jesus that have never been revealed before.

Join Thomas Merton in exploring one of the most influential figures in the history of spirituality. Delivered in 1962 to the novices at Merton’s monastery, these talks allow you to hear his voice and experience his powerful teaching. Born in the fourth century, Saint John Cassian (A.D. 360 –...

Experience the Ancient Wisdom of Ukraine: A Collection of Bedtime Fables Ukrainian fairy tales are the living heart of a people, a vessel of ancient wisdom and unshakable faith in goodness. Born long ago beside warm hearths, these stories were passed down from generation to generation, preserving a world where kindness triumphs over deceit, and truth always finds its way. This beautifully adapted collection is perfect for the modern family seeking purposeful read-aloud stories. Within these pages, your child will meet clever foxes, boastful hares, wise nightingales, and patient turtles, ...

Ranulph Fiennes has travelled to the most dangerous and inaccessible places on earth, almost died countless times, lost nearly half his fingers to frostbite, raised millions of pounds for charity and been awarded a polar medal and an OBE. He has been an elite soldier, an athlete, a mountaineer...

Shows how to relate to and receive help from the elements, reconnect with nature to access abundance and joy, connect with plants, animals, water, air, and fire Explores don Alberto’s upbringing in a family of yachaks, his initiation, and his personal work to fulfill the Andean...

The Cherokee called the mountains of southern Appalachia “the land of the blue smoke.” It is a place that has always been shrouded in mystery and secrecy, like the mountain peaks hidden in the fog. The people of Appalachia are well known for both their hospitality and suspicion of “strangers.” Even the state song, "Rocky Top," opens with a tale of two strangers who climbed into the mountains and disappeared forever. The old mountain people and their ways are quickly fading. One of the foundational principles of the Appalachian people is a fierce respect for their elders. Old people ...

Today, our world is replete with sayings that stem from human wisdom. Hence, they add little or nothingto improve the lot of people who hear or read them. Wise words needed for direction and godly conduct are very hard to come by. Anyone who stumbles on one is fortunate and someone who has 50 pieces of such godly wisdom has treasure. This, then, is a compilation of 50 wise sayings that will serve as beacons to lighten your path. They are words of wisdom mined and distilled from the treasure-room of God. They are inspired and Spirit-breathed for your edification, enlightenment and ...

"Mountain Medicine: Herbal Wisdom of the Appalachians" is a captivating journey into the heart of one of America's most cherished natural landscapes, where the ancient art of herbalism intertwines with the rich tapestry of Appalachian culture. Through meticulous research, personal anecdotes, and expert insights, author Mr. Krause invites readers to explore the hidden wonders of the mountains, unlocking the secrets of centuries-old herbal traditions passed down through generations. The book begins with an immersive introduction to the Appalachian Mountains, painting a vivid picture of the ...

In a time between devolution and evolution, between destruction and creation, the response that is needed is a new story. This book is a sacred call to step into your evolutionary purpose, join with others in synergistic action, and co-create a world infused with Evolutionary Love. This book weaves together timeless wisdom and evolutionary spirituality to ignite a planetary awakening. Through guided meditations and prayers, transformative teachings, and a vision for humanity’s next step, this book guides you beyond the false separations of ego into the fullness of your Unique Self.

This book begins with a conversation around public culture. How do we create an evolutionary public space which reflects our desire for a better world? How do we create coherence in a sea of social chaos? How can we move from digital abuse to digital intimacy and transform the internet into an expression of the genuine nervous system of our humanity? This book invites us to explore elements of the necessary digital foundations for an emergent culture of Eros.

Pele is the living fire beneath Hawaiʻi—the goddess who destroys, creates, loves, rages, grieves, and begins the world again. From her birth beyond the sea to her final becoming as the mother of new land, her journey moves through exile, sisterhood, desire, rivalry, loss, and transformation. She battles ocean, snow, storm, and her own untamed heart, leaving behind black stone, red blossoms, sacred scars, and places where life learns to return. This book brings Pele’s mythology to life through immersive storytelling, tracing her voyage across the islands, her home at Halemaʻumaʻu, her...