This book is for readers who already believe in or follow alternative medicine practices. For readers of Yoga Journal, Body & Soul and Utne Reader.
· Unique focus of book -- no other books applying Ayurveda (the medical system out of which yoga derived) to the huge topic of depression
· Authors have strong credentials that are highly suited to this book -- lead author is psychologist, coauthor is Ayurveda expert with clinical practice
· Authors plan to hire a freelance PR firm
This intriguing book shows readers how to use Ayurvedic principles to treat depression, one of the most important and pervasive emotional illnesses. Ayurveda, the oldest medical system in the world, originated in India thousands of years ago and yoga, practiced by tens of millions of Americans, derived from Ayurveda. There are no other books on the market focusing on Ayurvedic approaches to heal depression. The closest competitive book is Yoga for Depression, which bookscans more than 15,000 copies; Yoga for Depression, however, includes only the author's story and yoga instructions, whereas our proposed book will include all the other aspects of Ayurveda as well, including nutritional, psychological, lifestyle, and spiritual advice. For example, readers will learn how to find the right meditation practice, nutrition, breathing exercises, and yoga positions according to the three types of depression: Airy (Vata), Burning (Pitta), and Earthy (Kapha).
This intriguing book shows readers how to use Ayurvedic principles to treat depression, one of the most important and pervasive emotional illnesses. This book singularly focuses on Ayurvedic approaches to heal depression. Readers will learn how to find the right meditation practice, nutrition, breathing exercises, and yoga positions according to the three types of depression: Airy (Vata), Burning (Pitta), and Earthy (Kapha).
"This sweet book applying the principles of Ayurveda to emotional challenges reminds us that the most important pharmacy on earth is the human nervous system. We can awaken this inner pharmacy through conscious choice-making."
David Simon, M.D., Medical Director, The Chopra Center for Wellbeing, author of Free to Love, Free to Heal
"Ancient wisdom for hope, purpose and positive change. This personal guide to beat the blues elaborates on mindful techniques for life transformation."
Suhas G.Kshirsagar BAMS, M.D.(Ayurveda,India), Ayurvedic Physician, Head of U.S. Operations for Kerala Ayurveda Academy & Clinics
Foreword by Vasant Lad, B.A.M.&S., M.A.Sc.
Acknowledgments.
Introduction.
PART I: FINDING ANOTHER WAY.
1 Beyond the Broken Brain.
2 Why Depression Happens.
3 The Many Faces of Depression.
4 Airy Depression.
5 Burning Depression.
6 Earthy Depression.
7 Metabolizing Life.
8 Consciousness Becomes Us.
PART II CREATING HAPPINESS.
9 Meditation: Transcending Darkness.
10 Breathing: Letting Your Life Force Flow.
11 Exercise: Moving Your Spirit.
12 Yoga: Posing for Life.
13 Sleep: Recharging Your Life Force.
14 Food: Nourishing Rites.
15 Now What?
Appendix: Authors' Evaluation of the Mind-Body Questionnaire: Assessing Our Imbalances.
Resources.
Index.
This intriguing book shows readers how to use Ayurvedic principles to treat depression, one of the most important and pervasive emotional illnesses. This book singularly focuses on Ayurvedic approaches to heal depression. Readers will learn how to find the right meditation practice, nutrition, breathing exercises, and yoga positions according to the three types of depression: Airy (Vata), Burning (Pitta), and Earthy (Kapha).
· Part I: Finding Another Way
· Part II: Creating Happiness
Nancy Liebler, PhD, is a clinical psychologist, professor, and lecturer. Liebler is on the board of the David Lynch Foundation and has spear-headed conferences for Stress Free Schools. She lives in Bloomfield Hills, MI.
Sandra Moss, MSPH, is an Ayurveda practitioner in private practice. An active researcher and writer, Moss lectures and consults throughout the country. She lives in Ann Arbor, MI.
