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Paranormal is a type of event or perception involving forces or agencies that are beyond scientific explanation but which are nevertheless mysteriously experienced by those with psychic powers, such as extrasensory perception or psychokinesis.

Parapsychology is the study of paranormal phenomena, such as ESP and psychokinesis. Parapsychologists are unique in that they devote most of their research to trying to prove the existence of things that are believed to be inexplicable by known laws of nature.

Past Life Therapy is based on the premise that childhood traumas or previous lives underlie current mental, physical and emotional problems. Using hypnosis or other states of altered consciousness, this therapy explores past life experiences and images within the unconscious and conscious parts of us in a manner similar to analyzing our dreams. Recalling and examining these lives or traumas can stimulate release from inner restrictions and fears, reveal more constructive creative potential that is available to us, establish a sense of deep connection to more of our being and provide an understanding of the sensation and personal meaning of the transitions in our life cycles.

A pentagram is a five-pointed figure used as a magical or occult symbol by the Pythagoreans, Masons, Gnostics, Kabalists, magicians, Wiccans, Satanists, etc. There is apparently something attractive about the figure's geometry and proportions. In many symbolic uses, the top point represents either the human head or a non-human spirit. To invert the figure is considered by some as a sign of relegating spirit to the bottom of the metaphysical scale.

Permaculture is a system of environmental land use and sustainable living techniques, using principles from ecology, technology and the wisdom of indigenous people. Permaculture emphasizes the ethics of caring for the earth and her people and of giving away surplus. It bases its designs on the observation of natural systems and existing elements on the site. Essentially non-institutionalized at this point, permaculture is learned through books, local design courses and local workshops.

Pilates - pronounced pill-ah-tees. The basic principles of Pilates conditioning make people more aware of their bodies as single integrated units, improve alignment and breathing and increase efficiency of movement. The Pilates method consists of a sequence of carefully performed movements guided by an instructor. The movements are designed to stretch and strengthen the muscles involved in opening the joints and releasing tension. Pilates works on deeper muscles as a unit, improving coordination and balance and helping to achieve efficient and graceful movement. It is used in hospitals and physical therapy centers to rehabilitate injuries as well as in athletic training rooms and dance studios.



Polarity Therapy is a unique health care system developed as a synthesis of western and eastern healing sciences. Polarity therapy is comprised of dietary principles exercise and stretching postures, energy balancing and attitudinal work. Polarity applies to all levels of imbalance. The manipulations combine chiropractic and osteopathic traditions with sensitivity to the energy of the life force know as chi, ki, and prana. Polarity principles and applications can be successfully used in conjunction with various other healing practices.

Precognition is psychic knowledge of something in advance of its occurrence.

Psychic - A psychic is able to receive information through the development of heightened intuition. These paranormal abilities include Clairvoyance (Clear-seeing), Clairsentience (Clear-feeling), Clairaudience (Clear-hearing) and telepathy or thought reading. Psychics may access practical guidance related to work or relationships, as well as spiritual insight related to underlying life themes. A psychic may be able to tell you about your past lives and what bearing they might have on the present. They can clarify the present and relate what might happen in the future. Each psychic has a particular style which reflects his or her own personality, training and spiritual beliefs. Readings can be done in person or over the phone.

Psi (pronounced sigh) is a term commonly used by parapsychologists to refer to both ESP and psychokinesis taken together.

As an adjective, psychic refers to forces or agencies of a paranormal nature. As a noun, psychic refers to a medium or a person who has paranormal powers.

Psychokinesis is the production of motion in physical objects by the exercise of psychic or mental powers.

Psychospiritual Therapy seeks the integration of body, mind, and spirit leading to long-term change and personal mastery. This process resembles an apprenticeship more than a traditional therapy, as the therapist assumes the role of educator and the client as that of student. Wide ranges of methods are used to alter body energy and facilitate a shift in the internal dialogue. These include exposure to alternate realities, heightening awareness, focusing attention on the moment, guided imagery, meditation, breathing, inner journeys and philosophical discussions.

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