Editorial Reviews
-Christiane Northrup, M.D. author of Women's Bodies, Women's Wisdom
"This book is a gift to all women who struggle for true nourishment!"
-Kim Chernin author of The Hungry Self
"This beautifully-written book sheds new light on struggles with eating . . . and offers hope for all who want to be free."
-National Eating Disorders Organization newsletter
"Read it in the light of the moon and the inner wisdom you find will be worth the lost sleep!"
Book Description
Reading this book is an enlightening experience! Weaving a rich tapestry of multicultural myths, ancient legends, and simple folktales, Anita Johnston teaches women how to free themselves from disordered eating by discovering the metaphors that are hidden in their own life stories. "Storytellers speak in the language of myth and metaphor," Johnston explains. "They tell us a truth that is not literal, but symbolic. If we hear the stories with only the outer ear, they can seem absurd and untrue, but when listened to with the inner ear, they convey a truth that can be understood and absorbed on a deeply personal level. In this way, stories help us connect with our inner world, to the natural rhythms and cycles of the earth, and to the power of our intuitive wisdom." In addition to being immensely enjoyable reading, Eating in the Light of the Moon is filled with practical exercises and profound insights. Twenty chapters explore different themes of self-discovery and empowerment on core issues such as:
Intuition: The Inner Seeing, Hearing, Knowing
Symbolism: Hunger as a Metaphor
Feelings: Gifts from the Heart
Moontime: Reclaiming the Body's Wisdom
Dreamtime: The Journey Within
Sexuality: Embracing the Feminine
Recovery: Out of the Labyrinth
Ingram
A clinical psychologist explains how women can free themselves from compulsive eating, eating disorders, and food obsessions by understanding the underlying issues of poor eating habits and by reconnecting with their inherent inner wisdom. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.
About the Author
Anita Johnston, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist in private practice who specializes in women's issues and eating disorders. She co-founded the Anorexia and Bulimia Center of Hawaii in 1982 and lectures widely. Dr. Johnston lives with her husband and two daughters in Kailua, Hawaii. |
