My Teachers, Mentors, and Spiritual Guides

When traditional medicine did not provide the answers or cures I needed to help me heal, I tried dozens of alternative treatments and techniques. The following spiritual teachers, guides, and masters - through their books,CDs and lectures, all contributed in some way to my enlightenment and transformation. I thank each of them for their wisdom, generosity,and guidance in helping me to connect with my inner spirit... to find all that I had been searching for...and more. ~ Andrea

Gary Craig is the founder of EFT - Emotional Freedom Technique, an energy psychology technique based on the principles of Chinese acupuncture...basically an emotional version of acupuncture without needles. I have found it very helpful in dealing with stress, as well as some emotional issues that were blocking my ability to heal.

At age 13 Gary developed an interest in psychology and first recognized that the quality of his thoughts mirrored the quality of his life. He graduated from Stanford Universitywith a degree in engineering, and is also an ordained minister and performance coach. What I find most inspiring is that Gary makes the basic EFT Manual in its entirety available on hise website at no charge...it appears to me that his interest is not in just making money, but in helping people to live healthier and happier lives. To learn more about Gary and EFT check out his website: www.emofree.com.

Wayne Dyer, Ph.D is an internationally renowned author and speaker in the field of self-development. He’s the author of 30 books, has created many audio programs and videos, and has appeared on thousands of television and radio shows. His books Manifest Your Destiny, Wisdom of the Ages, There’s a Spiritual Solution to Every Problem, and The New York Times bestsellers 10 Secrets for Success and Inner Peace, The Power of Intention, Inspiration, and Change Your Thoughts—Change Your Life have all been featured as National Public Television specials. My personal favorite are his CD sets, particularly The Essence of Being in Balance and There is a Spirtual Solution to Every Problem. Dr. Dyer holds a doctorate in educational counseling from Wayne State University and was an associate professor at St. John’s University in New York. Website: www.DrWayneDyer.com. You can view his books and CDs at www.hayhouse.com.

I am so very thankful for having been introduced to the genius of Dr. Dyer's inspiring message, and do not believe I would be where I am today without having been inspired by his work. His live lecture CDs introduced me to the concept that my thoughts were amazingly powerful, and by changing my thinking I could change my life - and it did! His message has completely and totally changed my life for the better.

Donald Epstein is the founder and developer of Somato Respiratory Integration and Network Spinal Analysis, both promote enhanced well-being. Widely applauded for its mind-body application, Network Chiropractic is one of the fastest-growing methods of chiropractic. Since 1983, Dr. Epstein has instructed thousands of chiropractors and chiropractic students. His articles on Network Chiropractic have appeared in numerous professional and mainstream publications.

Although I have not used either of his techniques personally, I have read his book, The 12 Stages of Healing and found it to be a fascinating study of the various stages one can travel when journeying to good health and inner peace. I found the book extremely insightful. You may also find his first book: Healing Myths, Healing Magic of interest as well. For information about his work visit his website: www.wiseworldseminars.com.

Louise Hay is the author of the international bestseller You Can Heal Your Life, now available on DVD. For more than 25 years she has worked as a metaphysical lecturer and teacher, with more than 40 million books sold worldwide. Louise has helped people throughout the world discover and implement the full potential of their own creative powers for personal growth and self-healing. She is the founder and chairman of Hay House, Inc., which disseminates books, CDs, DVDs, and other products that contribute to the healing of the planet, www.hayhouse.com.

Laura Alden Kamm has an amazing story... after a death experience she developed amazing intuitive abilities, and has been described as "a walking MRI" for the accuracy of her medical intuition. Her book Intuitive Wellness explores the connection between listening to our inner voice and our physical wellness. It is full of powerful information and great exercises to help you to develop your own intuition. Laura's CD, Unlocking Your Intuitive Power - how to read the energy of anything, offers a roadmap to developing your own intuitive abilities and to use this insight to promote healing and well-being. For more about Laura visit her website: www.energymedicine.org.

Lynne McTaggart is an internationally recognized spokesperson on the science of spirituality and author of five books, including The Field, which inspired the very successful cult classic movie What the BLEEP Do We Know!?

Lynne's newest book, The Intention Experiement, presents information about the power of our thoughts and how offers opportunities to participate in worldwide Mind-Over-Matter experiments. Lynne's message is that we can use our thoughts to change our lives, and our world. For more details visit: www.theintentionexperiment.com.

Eckhart Tolle is described as "a contemporary spiritual teacher who travels extensively taking his message throughout the world", and his book, A New Earth,as "a profoundly spiritual manifesto for a better way of life - and for building a better world." His understanding of how ego-based consciousness creates dysfunction that leads to anger, jealousy and unhappiness is eye-opening...and his simple suggestions for shedding this egoic thinking and behavior can help you to awaken to a new state of consciousness, and to create a fulfilling and peaceful life.

No one has had as profound an impact on my life and healing than Tolle...he is a genius, blessed with an extraordinary gift. His books are a MUST-READ for everyone!!!! And the online classes he is doing with Oprah are AMAZING...you can find more information about the classes at Oprah.com.

Dr. Darren Weissman is the developer of The LifeLine Technique, an advanced holistic system that releases subconscious emotions and patterns that lead to symptoms or stress. The LifeLine Technique integrates 14 modalities of natural healing into one unified system. Darren earned his B.S. degree in human biology at the University of Kansas, and his doctorate in chiropractic medicine at the National College of Chiropractic. He received additional intensive training in acupuncture, homeopathy, and other forms of energy medicine in Sri Lanka. In addition to his private practice, he trains other healing arts practitioners and lay persons in the use of The LifeLine Technique and The Power of Infinite Love & Gratitude. His mission is world peace through love and gratitude. Visit his website: www.infiniteloveandgratitude.com.

I have personally used The LifeLine Technique and found it very beneficial in releasing blocked emotional issues, andfound his book, The Power of Infinite Love and Gratitude very insightful.