A different and exciting form of self-care in the form of practical mind to body self-regulation.
In the challenging times of the 21st century, looking after oneself and navigating the bumps in the road has become more difficult than ever. However, this fascinating book, written by two psychotherapists with many years of experience, provides a simple and reliable means of restoring the balance which is vital for the robust body mind system we need if we are to be able to bounce back from adverse experiences.
It is this balance (homeostasis) that provides us with the highway to wellbeing and it is our body mind system's innate capacity to self regulate which is at the core of this book. Using six key Autogenic Training exercises, the authors provide readers with the skillset to self regulate at any time or any place. These exercises can activate the parasympathetic nervous system and involve body scans, breathing and other bodily awareness exercises.
By:
Gaylin Tudhope,
Ros Draper
Imprint: Aeon Books Ltd
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions:
Height: 198mm,
Width: 129mm,
ISBN: 9781801520751
ISBN 10: 1801520755
Series: A Guide to Autogenics
Pages: 142
Publication Date: 31 August 2023
Audience:
General/trade
,
ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
CONTENTS ABOUT THE AUTHORS FOREWORD PREFACE INTRODUCTION GLOSSARY OF TERMS PART 1 THE SIX AT STANDARD EXERCISES Essential preparation for autogenic training WEEK 1 First Standard Exercise—Heaviness Week 1—days 1, 2, and 3 Week 1—days 4, 5, 6, and 7 WEEK 2 First Standard Exercise (Part 2) Heaviness + Neck and Shoulders Week 2—Days 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7 WEEK 3 Second Standard Exercise—Warmth Week 3—Days 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7: warmth in arms and legs WEEK 4 Third Standard Exercise—Cardiac Regulation Week 4—Days 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7 WEEK 5 Fourth Standard Exercise—Respiration Week 5—Days 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7 WEEK 6 Fifth Standard Exercise—Abdominal Warmth Week 6—Days 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7 WEEK 7 Sixth Standard Exercise—Cooling of the Forehead Week 7—Days 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7 WEEK 8 The complete sequence of six AT standard exercises Week 8—Days 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7 PART 2 BACKGROUND INFORMATION Why now? What for? Who for? What is AT? How does AT work? Brainwave states When to use AT? When not to use AT (contraindications) PART 3 THE HISTORY OF AUTOGENICS People, places, dates, and ideas relevant to the development of Autogenics internationally PART 4 CASE STUDIES Medical matters When is AT treatment recommended by the medical profession Medical questionnaire uses Case studies pain management, high blood pressure, dermatological problems, anxiety CONCLUSION HOW TO LEARN MORE ABOUT AT AND ACCESS QUALIFIED AT PRACTITIONERS REFERENCES FURTHER READING INDEX
Gaylin Tudhope is a psychologist and psychotherapist with over three decades of professional experience in Autogenic Psychotherapy, Lifespan Development and more recently, Coherence Therapy. Gaylin is a proponent of Autogenic Training as a simple antidote to the extreme stressors we encounter in the modern world. Ros Draper is a systemic therapist who, as teacher and supervisor, has made major contributions in British psychotherapy over the last forty years. Autogenic Training has expanded Ros's appreciation of the interconnectedness of our body mind system.
Reviews for Achieving Equilibrium: A Simple Way to Balance Body and Mind
The guidance from this book, through the practice of autogenics, has immeasurably enhanced both my personal and professional life. Autogenics should be a standard part, not only of every mental health professional's therapeutic toolkit, but recognised as a necessary resource for us as ‘humans’ to manage the inevitability of this often unsafe and uncertain world in which we live. 'Achieving Equilibrium' is an eloquent, accessible, engaging manual that can be used across cultural, professional and personal domains, to maintain our homeostasis. * Marianne Le Coyte Grinney, specialist family and systemic psychotherapist and clinical lead * “The guidance from this book has immeasurably enhanced both my personal and professional life. Achieving Equilibrium is an eloquent, accessible, engaging manual that can be used across cultural, professional and personal domains to enable self-regulation.” Marianne Le Coyte Grinney, specialist family & systemic psychotherapist and clinical lead “This volume will enable many to become aware of Autogenic Therapy. It will be a pleasure to share copies with colleagues and friends.” Judith Wren, former chairperson of the British Autogenic Society “This is a very welcome book.The authors have given us a clear and comprehensive pathway using Autogenic Training exercises to help us heal our bodies and mind. I will be recommending this book to my clients as a tool to support their wellbeing.” Maureen Treanor, psychotherapist, supervisor and mindfulness teacher