Finding Your Calm

As the world's oldest and largest independent publisher of books for body, mind, and spirit, Llewellyn is dedicated to bringing our readers the very best in metaphysical books and resources. Since 1901, we've been at the forefront of holistic and metaphysical publishing and thought. We've been a source of illumination, instruction, and new perspectives on a wealth of topics, including astrology, tarot, wellness, earth-based spirituality, magic, and the paranormal. From e-books to tarot-themed iPhone apps, Llewellyn has embraced the Digital Age to continue our mission. Llewellyn also partners with Italian publisher Lo Scarabeo, as the exclusive US and Canadian distributor of their beautiful tarot and oracle decks. They also partner with Blue Angel, an Australian publisher of oracles, books, CDs, and other sidelines. Gail Bussi is a writer, artist, kitchen witch, and professional cook. After running a catering company and writing a cookbook, she returned to her long-held interest in herbs and green magic. Gail has studied holistic herbalism, natural healing, and mindfulness. ~Jiulio Consiglio (Ontario, Canada) is a spiritual teacher and author who focuses on the transformative power of inner stillness, the mind-body-spirit connection and psychic abilities development. His message is that there is life beyond fear and incessant thinking and it is found in the dimension of inner stillness. Jiulio is a contributor to Finding Your Calm and offers his consciousness-based teachings to individuals and groups. Visit him at www.JiulioConsiglio.com. ~

Contents

Introduction: Angela A. Wix 1

Chapter 1: Tune In to Your Body's Wisdom (Emily A. Francis) 7

Chapter 2: Calming Techniques for Empaths (Kristy Robinett) 27

Chapter 3: Aromatherapy for Peace and Calm (Gail Bussi) 47

Chapter 4: Visualize Your Way to Peace (Chanda Parkinson) 65

Chapter 5: The Calming Effects of Chakra Work (Jiulio Consiglio) 87

Chapter 6: Astrology and Self-Care (Leah Patterson) 109

Chapter 7: Creating Calm Through Your Vagus Nerve (Cyndi Dale) 131

Chapter 8: Meditation Simplified (Shai Tubali) 151

Chapter 9: Find Calm Through EFT and Tapping (Amy B. Scher) 169

Chapter 10: Find Peace Through Good Sleep Practices (Angela A. Wix) 185

Chapter 11: The Calming Effects of ASMR (Shannon Yrizarry) 215

Chapter 12: Amplifying Joy and Gratitude Through Mindfulness (Melanie C. Klein with Marc Cordon) 233

Contributor Biographies 247