This book examines the relationship between Buddhist philosophy and scientific psychology by focusing on the doctrine of No-self.The hypothesis is that No-self can function as an instrument of counter-induction, that is, an alternative conceptual scheme that exposes by contrast the intuitive or "folk" theoretical presuppositions sedimented in our perception of ourselves and others. When incorporated into regimens of meditative and ritual practice, the No-self doctrine works to chal...

The cognitive science of religion has shown that abstract religious concepts within many established religious traditions often fail to correspond to the beliefs of the vast majority of those religions' adherents. And yet, while the cognitive approach to religion has explained why these "theologically correct" doctrines have difficulty taking root in popular religious thought, it is largely silent on the question of how they developed in the first place. Hugh Nicholson aims to fill this ga...

Have you ever wondered how to grow your own rainforest trees? Is there a beautiful tree that you have always wanted to collect and propagate the seed from? Are you in the business of ecological restoration, rainforest propagation or environmental education? This long-awaited guide to rainforest seed propagation unlocks the secrets to growing 300 rainforest species. Providing specific information on how to sustainably collect, process and germinate seeds, this user-friendly book aims to sup...

“I enjoyed this book. All chapters are authored by recognised experts from government, industry and academia and are generally well-written. Each chapter concludes with ‘Where to look for further information,’ which is distinct from the references. This was a useful touch which, as a biocontrol practitioner, I found myself using for follow up research. In summary, this book proves a valuable update to the biocontrol literature and should become a valuable addition to research libra...

Learn how to take your life back from Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes, even if your symptoms are overwhelming and nothing else has helped you before.Each year, approximately 1.5 million Americans discover they are diabetic. What most don’t realize, however, is that their journey doesn’t have to end there. In recent clinical trials, 46% of participants who followed strict lifestyle instructions were able to reverse their diabetes and enter remission after just one year. Today, it’s a well-...

OUT-OF-BODY TRAVEL MAGAZINE: In the twenty second issue of the 'The Out-of-Body Travel Foundation Journal' we continue a series of issues covering forgotten mystics from different religious traditions, this issue following Abú Sa‘íd Ibn Abi ’l-Khayr - Forgotten Islamic Mystic. This issue’s ‘Question and Answer’ section contains an inquiry from Patricia Jordan from Tennessee, USA about the ramifications of forgiveness. And in ‘Different Voices’ we will delve into the depths of Islamic Mysti...

As the twenty-first century moves towards its third decade, applied theatre is being shaped by contemporary economic and environmental concerns and is contributing to new conceptual paradigms that influence the ways in which socially engaged art is produced and understood. This collection offers fresh perspectives on the aesthetics, politics and histories of applied theatre. With contributions from leading scholars in the field, the book illuminates theatre in a diverse range of global con...

Theatre in Towns offers a contemporary perspective on the role of theatre in the cultural life of towns in England. Exploring volunteer-led, professional and community theatres, this book investigates the rich and diverse ways that theatres in towns serve their locality, negotiate their civic role, participate in networks of mutual aid and exchange, and connect audiences beyond their geographical borders.With a geographical focus on post-industrial, seaside, commuter and m...