RESTORING NATURAL HARMONY:Chinese Medical Qigong
Book and DVD Set | By Simon Blow | Published by The Genuine Wisdom Centre

This is the third book in the series written by Qigong Master, Simon Blow and it focusses on Guigen Qigong, Traditional Chinese Medicine, and self-healing exercises. Guigen translates to ‘returning to the source root’. The underlying principle of traditional Chinese medicine is the understanding of the balance and harmony between human beings and our environment - broken into the five elements of wood, fire, water, metal and earth. The movements of Guigen Qigong therefore focus on returning to the primordial energy from which everything emerges. With regard to the importance of this type of meditation, Dr Xu states: ‘When we enter a realised state, or the state of nothingness, there is no disease or illness, only nothingness’

Reviewed by Frances Billinghurst

FREEDOM FROM TOXIC RELATIONSHIPS
By Avril Carruthers | Published by Allen & Unwin

Avril Carruthers discusses negative, or toxic, energy in relationships and how a toxic relationship can affect personal development and well-being. The stronger the negative energy in a relationship, the more likely the relationship will contain a spiritual attachment she describes as a toxic cord. The author presents plenty of case studies where toxic cords have been ‘cleared’ resulting in greater self-esteem and personal development. Strategies Carruthers offers include visualisation, self-improvement, being creative, meditation, and embracing the present moment.

Reviewed by Fotini Dangiris

2012 MOON DIARY AND CALENDAR
By Creative Cronies

The first thing that strikes you with both the diary and calendar is the diverse and inspirational artwork scattered throughout. They also both have a variety of astrological interest - from general overviews of star signs and planets, to detailed information on planetary aspects and movements. If you are a keen gardener or fisherman, then the calendar gives you tips for the best times for both these hobbies. Each month the diary looks at the new moon and takes us through all the interactions of the planets and the impact their movements will have on our world and us.

Reviewed By Libby Brown

ORACLE HEART AND SOUL CARDS
By Toni Carmine Salerno | Published by Blue Angel Publishing

This oracle pack contains 54 heart-shaped cards that are truly inspirational and so beautiful to use. The artwork and words from Toni Carmine Salerno speak to the heart and soul of things and leaves you feeling connected and uplifted. They would make an excellent gift and anyone can use them, as there are no fancy spreads or booklets to follow, just the beautiful messages and images for your heart. I love everything about this pack as it offers guidance on all levels from the mundane to the spiritual and the artwork is divine.

Reviewed by Lyn O’Dea