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Crisis and the Miracle of Love - Mansukh
Patel and Helena Waters
In this book, Mansukh Patel and Helena Waters will guide you through
a myriad of ways to master the changes that come at every stage
of life. It is a comprehensive guide to managing the crises that
can occur at each decade, so that miracles can occur moment to
moment in our lives.
If you are a parent, or a young person
In the first few chapters of Crisis and the Miracle of Love, Mansukh
and Helena have a wide variety of insights and techniques to help
parents seeking ways to bring their children up as well balanced,
spiritual citizens. They contain the power of centuries of tried
and tested parenting skills passed on by Mansukh Patel’s
own mother, who, although unable to read and write, remained true
to the ancient tradition into which she was born. The authors deal
with the crises of becoming a parent for the first time, the importance
of listening and creating constructive discipline.
In the second chapter, Mansukh Patel and Helena Waters give practical advice
to young people going through the turbulent teens. They give a practical five
point plan which includes Dru Yoga and empowerment skills. Patel also gives ways
to resolve the difficulties in the parent-teenager relationship.
The Twenties and Thirties - building a life
In the chapter on the Twenties, Helena and Mansukh give simple movement techniques,
as well as yoga postures such as the Bhima, which develop physical, mental and
emotional strength in order to enjoy the adventures of this decade. They include
a guide to successful relationships and an invisible heart power technique to
resolve conflicts at work.
Turning thirty often brings us to a crossroads and in this chapter, Mansukh Patel
and Helena Waters give ways to find the purpose of life, using a powerful technique
called the Archer. The Formula for Success brings together some of Mansukh’s
personal experiences to help us fulfil our highest potential, whether that may
be in our careers, relationships or health. This section is packed with ways
to overcome difficult emotions which may hinder our success, as well as the power
of affirmation to help us achieve our dreams. Mansukh Patel’s well-loved
breathing techniques and mudras (ancient hand gestures) are included in this
valuable resource.
Life really does begin at Forty
Many people suffer from a mid-life crisis in their forties, yet this can be the
catalyst for a profound and rewarding transformation. Mansukh and Helena describe
how to make sure that life really does start at forty, using a ‘Crisis
Formula’ which prevents us having to learn the same lessons again and again
in life. In this section, Mansukh Patel describes the real-life story of
a friend of his who overcomes a life of crime to take his life back into his
own hands.
In the chapter on the fifties, Mansukh Patel gives the example of a well-known
scientist who in his fifties realised his power to make a difference to the world
around him. Mansukh and Helena also give practical ways to manage the process
of menopause naturally so that you can listen to your body and increase your
natural health and vitality. There is also a section for men going through their ‘andropause’!
Growing old gracefully
In this section, Mansukh Patel and Helena Waters use humour, magnificent poetry
and age-old wisdom to help us ‘reverse the potential for decline’ in
our latter years. The inner smile meditation helps bring about a sense of serenity
and inner calm, while Mansukh’s experiences of nursing his dying
father give inspiration for anyone involved with the death of a loved one.
Ancient spiritual wisdom is shared in a practical and accessible way to ensure
that any unfinished business is resolved and the fear of death is diminished.
The book ends with a chapter on preparing for one’s own death, in which
Mansukh Patel highlights the importance of gratitude, generosity and forgiveness
to bring about a serene transition.
In its 446 pages, this book packs enough wisdom and practical yoga, breathing
and meditation techniques to last a lifetime!
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