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Complementary therapies : a guide for people with cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog17823
Canadian Cancer Society. [Toronto, ON]: Canadian Cancer Society , 2009.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 C216c 2009
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Corporate Author
Canadian Cancer Society
Place of Publication
[Toronto, ON]
Publisher
Canadian Cancer Society
Publication Date
2009
Physical Description
32 p. : ill. ; 22 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - therapy
Complementary Therapies
Integrative Medicine
Acupuncture
Aromatherapy
Imagery (Psychotherapy)
Decision Making
Mind-Body Therapies
Relaxation Therapy
Canadian Cancer Society
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Booklet
Handout
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 C216c 2009

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Inspirehealth's guide to supportive cancer care : a resource for people living with cancer and their families

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog119969
InspireHealth. [Vancouver, BC?]: InspireHealth , [2016].
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 I59 2016
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
  1 read online  
Corporate Author
InspireHealth
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
InspireHealth
Publication Date
[2016]
Physical Description
82 p. : ill. ; 28 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Neoplasms - diet therapy
Complementary Therapies
Mind Body Relations (Metaphysical)
Mind-Body Therapies
Relaxation Therapy
Integrative Medicine
Self Care
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 I59 2016
Website Notes
Companion site
Read Online

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The power of imagery : creating wellness beyond cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog121094
Rossman, Martin L. [United States]: The Healing Mind, Inc. , 2005.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 R837c 2005
Availability
3 copies, 3 available
1. Intro: creating wellness beyond cancer; 2. Your life in perspective; 3. Intro: living healthy and well; 4. Living healthy and well; 5. Intro: morning & evening wellness imagery; 6. Your morning wellness imagery; 7. Your evening wellness imagery; 8. Closing
Alternate Title
Creating wellness beyond cancer
Author
Rossman, Martin L.
Place of Publication
[United States]
Publisher
The Healing Mind, Inc.
Publication Date
2005
Physical Description
1 audio disc : approx. 66 min.
Subjects
Neoplasms - psychology
Imagery (Psychotherapy)
Relaxation Therapy
Mind-Body Therapies
Popular Work
Abstract
1. Intro: creating wellness beyond cancer
2. Your life in perspective
3. Intro: living healthy and well
4. Living healthy and well
5. Intro: morning & evening wellness imagery
6. Your morning wellness imagery
7. Your evening wellness imagery
8. Closing
Notes
"Learn to use your mind-body connection for healing" - Cover
ISBN
0977349497
Language
English
Material Type
Audio
CD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library Relax
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 R837c 2005
Website Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.

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Second chance : triumph over breast cancer

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog19531
Sawasy, Jackie, Fiore, Andy. [Vancouver, BC?]: Fiore Films , 2010.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 S445 2010
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
This film follows the healing journey of retired nurse, Jackie Sawasy, who through a proactive 8 months, reveals how she overcame breast cancer. Initially detected by her Qigong therapist, Jackie decides to order her own mammograms. When the diagnosis is confirmed, she takes control and empowers he…
  1 read online  
Author
Sawasy, Jackie
Fiore, Andy
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
Fiore Films
Publication Date
2010
Physical Description
40 minutes
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - psychology
Survivors
Complementary Therapies
Breathing Exercises
Adaptation, Psychological
Relaxation Therapy
Popular Work
Abstract
This film follows the healing journey of retired nurse, Jackie Sawasy, who through a proactive 8 months, reveals how she overcame breast cancer. Initially detected by her Qigong therapist, Jackie decides to order her own mammograms. When the diagnosis is confirmed, she takes control and empowers herself through various holistic practices. This inspiring film supports the idea that breast cancer is not a death sentence.
Language
English
Material Type
Video
DVD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
WP870 S445 2010
Website Notes
2 minute trailer preview
Read Online

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Pilates for breast cancer survivors : a guide to recovery, healing, and wellness

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog121076
Aaronson, Naomi, Turo, Ann Marie. New York, NY: Demos Health , 2014.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WP870 A113 2014
Availability
4 copies, 4 available
Author
Aaronson, Naomi
Turo, Ann Marie
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Demos Health
Publication Date
2014
Physical Description
xvii, 227 p. : ill. ; 26 cm.
Subjects
Breast Neoplasms - rehabilitation
Exercise Movement Techniques
Relaxation Therapy
Breathing Exercises
Popular Work
ISBN
9781936303571
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WP870 A113 2014
Website Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.

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Live better : relaxation : exercises and inspirations for well-being

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog113434
Brewer, Sarah. London, UK: Duncan Baird Publishers , 2003.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM425.5 R3 B847 2003
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
Alternate Title
Live better relaxation
Author
Brewer, Sarah
Place of Publication
London, UK
Publisher
Duncan Baird Publishers
Publication Date
2003
Physical Description
182 p. : ill. ; 18 cm.
Subjects
Relaxation Therapy
Breathing Exercises
Mind Body Therapies
Adaptation, Psychological
Stress, Psychological
Popular Work
ISBN
9781904292326
1904292321
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WM425.5 R3 B847 2003

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Managing stress : principles and strategies for health and well-being

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog20592
Seaward, Brian Luke. Burlington, MA: Jones & Bartlett Learning , 2012. 7th ed.
Audience
Professional
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM172.4 S442 2012
Availability
4 copies, 4 available
Author
Seaward, Brian Luke
Edition
7th ed.
Place of Publication
Burlington, MA
Publisher
Jones & Bartlett Learning
Publication Date
2012
Physical Description
xxi, 586 p. : ill. ; 28 cm. + 1 CD-ROM (4 3/4 in.)
Subjects
Stress, Psychological - prevention & control
Adaptation, Psychological
Mind-Body Therapies - methods
Psychotherapy - methods
Relaxation Therapy
ISBN
9780763798338
Language
English
Material Type
Book
CD
Audience
Professional
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Kelowna Library
Surrey Library
Victoria Library
Call Number
WM172.4 S442 2012

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Hanneman, Roland. St. Laurent, QC: Madacy Entertainment Group, Inc. , 2001.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 H244 2001
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Alternate Title
Healing garden : sleep well : a tranquil soundscape to soothe mind and body and spirit
Author
Hanneman, Roland
Place of Publication
St. Laurent, QC
Publisher
Madacy Entertainment Group, Inc.
Publication Date
2001
Physical Description
61 minutes
Series
Healing garden
Subjects
Sleep
Music Therapy
Imagery (Psychotherapy)
Relaxation Therapy
Stress, Psychological
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Audio
CD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 H244 2001

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Coloring mandalas : for balance, harmony, and spiritual well-being

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog121360
Fincher, Susanne F. [Boston, MA]: Shambhala , 2004.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM450.5 A8 F492 2004
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Alternate Title
Coloring mandalas : for balance, harmony, and spiritual well-being : 72 sacred circle designs for people of all ages
Author
Fincher, Susanne F
Place of Publication
[Boston, MA]
Publisher
Shambhala
Publication Date
2004
Physical Description
viii, 72 p. : ill ; 26 cm.
Subjects
Art Therapy
Imagery (Psychotherapy)
Self Concept
Mind Body Relations (Metaphysical)
Relaxation Therapy
Pictorial Works
Popular Work
ISBN
1590300866
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WM450.5 A8 F492 2004
Loan Policy
28 days

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Live better meditation : exercises and inspirations for well-being

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog113436
Anderton, Bill. London, UK: Duncan Baird Publishers , 2002.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM425.5 R3 A545 2002
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Alternate Title
Live better meditation
Author
Anderton, Bill
Place of Publication
London, UK
Publisher
Duncan Baird Publishers
Publication Date
2002
Physical Description
128 p. : ill. ; 18 cm.
Subjects
Meditation
Relaxation Therapy
Adaptation, Psychological
Mind Body Relations (Metaphysical)
Popular Work
ISBN
9781551925011
155192501X
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WM425.5 R3 A545 2002

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Big new free happy unusual life : self-expression and spiritual practice for those who have time for neither

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog15808
Wise, Nina. New York, NY: Broadway Books , 2002.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 W812 2002
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Similar to the Artist's Way, the reader can improve self-expression, play and spontaneity by following these 10 minute creative exercises.
Author
Wise, Nina
Place of Publication
New York, NY
Publisher
Broadway Books
Publication Date
2002
Subjects
Creativity
Imagination
Imagery (Psychotherapy)
Relaxation Therapy
Sensory art therapies
Spiritual Therapies
Popular Work
Abstract
Similar to the Artist's Way, the reader can improve self-expression, play and spontaneity by following these 10 minute creative exercises.
ISBN
0767910079
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Call Number
QZ266 W812 2002

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Getting in the gap : making conscious contact with God through meditation

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog20877
Dyer, Wayne W. Carlsbad, CA: Hay House, Inc. , 2003.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM427 D997 2003
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Dyer, Wayne W
Place of Publication
Carlsbad, CA
Publisher
Hay House, Inc.
Publication Date
2003
Physical Description
xi, 89 p. : ill. ; 18 cm. + 1 sound disc (digital ; 4 3/4 in.)
Subjects
Meditation
Relaxation Therapy
Adaptation, Psychological
Spiritual Therapies
Popular Work
ISBN
9781401901318
Language
English
Material Type
Book
CD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library Relax
Call Number
WM427 D997 2003

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I am wishes fulfilled meditation

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog120986
Dyer, Wayne W., Twyman, James F. Carlsbad, CA: Hay House, Inc. , 2012.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM427 D997 2012
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
1. Introduction --; 2. Moses Code Meditation -- designed for relaxed meditation --; 3. Moses Code Meditation (with guitar) -- designed for more active meditation --
Author
Dyer, Wayne W.
Twyman, James F.
Place of Publication
Carlsbad, CA
Publisher
Hay House, Inc.
Publication Date
2012
Subjects
Meditation
Relaxation Therapy
Adaptation, Psychological
Spiritual Therapies
Popular Work
Abstract
1. Introduction --
2. Moses Code Meditation -- designed for relaxed meditation --
3. Moses Code Meditation (with guitar) -- designed for more active meditation --
Language
English
Material Type
Audio
CD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WM427 D997 2012

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Brown, Janie, Evans, Liz, Ladd, Gretchen, Murphy, Laurel, Schroeder, Danielle, Smith, Maryliz. [Vancouver, BC?]: Callanish Society , 2012.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 C156 2012
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Disc 1; 1. Relaxation - guided whole body, mind and heart relaxation. With spoken voice, improvised singing and piano. 20:38; 2. Metta-equanimity - an adapted version of the traditional Buddhist meditation. With spoken voice, improvised singing and piano. 22:19; 3. Crystal bowls - Chinese gongs 29:…
Alternate Title
Touchstone
Sounds to rest in from the heart of Callanish : touch stone
Author
Brown, Janie
Evans, Liz
Ladd, Gretchen
Murphy, Laurel
Schroeder, Danielle
Smith, Maryliz
Corporate Author
Callanish Society
Place of Publication
[Vancouver, BC?]
Publisher
Callanish Society
Publication Date
2012
Physical Description
2 sound discs (145 min)
Subjects
Meditation
Relaxation Therapy
Mind Body Therapies
Music Therapy
Music
Singinig
Popular Work
Abstract
Disc 1
1. Relaxation - guided whole body, mind and heart relaxation. With spoken voice, improvised singing and piano. 20:38
2. Metta-equanimity - an adapted version of the traditional Buddhist meditation. With spoken voice, improvised singing and piano. 22:19
3. Crystal bowls - Chinese gongs 29:33
Disc 2
Improvisational piano to invoke relaxation, comfort and nourishment.
1. Piano 23:02
2. Piano 24:41
3. Piano 26:09
Language
English
Material Type
Audio
CD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library Relax
Call Number
QZ266 C156 2012

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Mindfulness-based stress reduction workbook

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21029
Stahl, Bob, Goldstein, Elisha. Oakland, CA: New Harbinger Publications , 2010.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM425 S781 2010
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
Alternate Title
Mindfulness-based stress reduction workbook : includes MP3 CD with 21 guided meditations
Author
Stahl, Bob
Goldstein, Elisha
Place of Publication
Oakland, CA
Publisher
New Harbinger Publications
Publication Date
2010
Physical Description
xiv, 221 p. : ill. ; 26 cm. + 1 MP3 audio CD (4 3/4 in.).
Series
New Harbinger publications self-help workbook
Subjects
Stress, Psychological
Meditation
Relaxation Therapy
Mind-Body Therapies
Yoga
Popular Work
ISBN
9781572247086
Language
English
Material Type
Book
CD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WM425 S781 2010

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Awakened mind : one-minute wake up calls to a bold and mindful life

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21175
Kundtz, David. San Francisco, CA: Conari Press , 2009.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
WM425 K96 2009
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Kundtz, David
Place of Publication
San Francisco, CA
Publisher
Conari Press
Publication Date
2009
Physical Description
317 p. ; 18 cm.
Subjects
Meditation
Mind-Body Therapies
Relaxation Therapy
Stress, Psychological
Awareness
Popular Work
ISBN
9781573243605
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
WM425 K96 2009

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Circle of healing : music for body, mind and spirit

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog19369
Lafferty, Diane, Hocott, Dan. Coral Gables, FL: Gabriel Productions , 2008.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 M629 2008
Availability
1 copy, 1 available
Author
Lafferty, Diane
Hocott, Dan
Corporate Author
MidState Medical Center
Place of Publication
Coral Gables, FL
Publisher
Gabriel Productions
Publication Date
2008
Subjects
Imagery (Psychotherapy)
Mind-Body Therapies
Mental Healing
Relaxation Therapy
Popular Work
Language
English
Material Type
Audio
CD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library Relax
Call Number
QZ266 M629 2008

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The power of imagery : natural restful sleep

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog121093
Rossman, Martin L. [United States]: The Healing Mind, Inc. , 2006.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 R837n 2006
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
1. Getting restful sleep naturally; 2. Relaxing into sleep; 3. Sleep wisdom within; 4. Sleep imagery
Alternate Title
Natural restful sleep
Author
Rossman, Martin L.
Place of Publication
[United States]
Publisher
The Healing Mind, Inc.
Publication Date
2006
Physical Description
1 audio disc : approx. 65 min.
Subjects
Sleep
Insomnia
Imagery (Psychotherapy)
Relaxation Therapy
Mind-Body Therapies
Popular Work
Abstract
1. Getting restful sleep naturally
2. Relaxing into sleep
3. Sleep wisdom within
4. Sleep imagery
Notes
"Learn to use your mind-body connection for healing" - Cover
ISBN
9781934022023
Language
English
Material Type
Audio
CD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library Relax
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 R837n 2006
Website Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.

Copies

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Yoga for cancer : a guide to managing side effects, boosting immunity, and improving recovery for cancer survivors

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog21842
Prinster, Tari. Rochester, VT: Healing Arts Press , 2014.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 P958 2014
Availability
6 copies, 6 available
Author
Prinster, Tari
Place of Publication
Rochester, VT
Publisher
Healing Arts Press
Publication Date
2014
Physical Description
xix, 302 p. : ill. ; 26 cm.
Subjects
Neoplasms - therapy
Neoplasms - rehabilitation
Mind-Body Therapies
Relaxation Therapy
Exercise Therapy
Stress, Psychological
Popular Work
Notes
Surrey CIC keep 2022
ISBN
9781620552728
Language
English
Material Type
Book
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Library
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Kelowna Cancer Info Ctr
Prince George Cancer Info Ctr
Surrey Cancer Info Ctr
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Victoria Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 P958 2014

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Anxiety relief : relax the body, calm the mind, manage fear and worry, cultivate positive energy

https://bccalibrary.andornot.com/en/permalink/catalog20572
Rossman, Martin L. Boulder, CO: Sounds True , 2010.
Audience
Patient or Public
Call Number
QZ266 R837a 2010
Availability
2 copies, 2 available
Introduction; Using the power of imagination to relieve anxiety; Exercise one : deep mind-body relaxation; Exercise two : dialogue with your inner-wisdom advisor; Exercise three : evocative imagery
Author
Rossman, Martin L
Place of Publication
Boulder, CO
Publisher
Sounds True
Publication Date
2010
Physical Description
75 minutes
Subjects
Anxiety
Imagery (Psychotherapy)
Relaxation Therapy
Stress, Psychological
Mind-Body Therapies
Popular Work
Abstract
Introduction
Using the power of imagination to relieve anxiety
Exercise one : deep mind-body relaxation
Exercise two : dialogue with your inner-wisdom advisor
Exercise three : evocative imagery
ISBN
9781591797784
Language
English
Material Type
Audio
CD
Audience
Patient or Public
Location
Vancouver Cancer Info Ctr
Abbotsford Cancer Info Ctr
Call Number
QZ266 R837a 2010
Website Notes
This resource was purchased with a donation from the Order of the Eastern Star.

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