On September 5, 2003, magician David Blaine underwent a 44-day public water-only fast as a magic stunt. Blaine was encased in a clear 3 foot by 3 foot by 7 foot Plexiglas box and suspended 30 feet in the air on the south bank of the River Thames in London. The case had an internal […]
Fasting in Religions
Transpersonal psychotherapy has been called a blending of spiritual traditions and modern psychology. Fasting has used in major religions for spiritual, physiological or psychological purposes. Judaism, Buddhism, Hinduism and Christianity utilized fasting for purification, health, penitence, mourning, in preparation for marriage and initiations, and to develop magical powers. The following are examples of fasting practices […]
Pet Therapy Helps Depression
Animal companionship has been a source of comfort and relief from suffering throughout history. For over 40 years, pet therapy has been a subject of study for nursing and other health care disciplines concerned with emotional well-being and quality of life. There are numerous organizations and types of pet therapy, such as animal-assisted activities, animal-assisted […]
Detoxification and Fasting
We spend a lot of time filling ourselves with food and drink, and relatively little time giving ourselves a well-deserved break. Not getting enough sleep and exercise, worry, and poor diet all effect our immune system and inhibit the body’s ability to rid itself of toxins. Even the medicines and supplements that we take for […]