I was quite impressed by this
“workbook designed to encourage spiritual growth on a path of self awareness”
because Robin Marvel has effectively created an interactive book for young girls to apply what they learn about the 7 chakras, auras, crystals, yoga, meditation, aromatherapy and dreams.
In typical workbook style, a brief overview is given in each section followed by hands-on exercises like
- drawing and colouring your and another’s aura;
- matching the 7 chakras with their respective colours;
- making an AromaBuddy (one of my favourites!);
- draw about the dream you had;
- writing down affirmations (another favourite!) and
- writing a journal (a definite favourite!)
Helpful illustrations include lovely black-and-white photos of Robin’s four *beautiful* daughters in action and line drawings to complement the activities. A list of suggested readings are given for further discovery and an index also makes this guide user-friendly.
When I was a young girl growing up, I suffered from a low self-esteem (largely due to body image issues) even though I appeared a highly-confident person.
If I felt that way more than 20 years ago, I imagine young girls today feeling even more pressured by schoolwork, friends, family, the need to look good (and fair, thin, spectacles-free), BOYS and thoughts of the future.
If someone had introduced to me the affirmation and visualization exercises found in “Awakening Consciousness”, I would definitely have had a more positive attitude towards myself!
Because the guide includes some advanced poses in yoga e.g. the shoulder stand and the headstand, this book must definitely be used with an adult who is a yoga practitioner himself/herself to prevent injury.
As a Catholic, I didn’t really care for the sections on tarot cards. For parents like me, it would be nice if Robin came out with a book that was less controversial (for want of a better word).
I know I would find such a workbook an excellent resource if I were to run a motivational session for young girls.
More details and the chance to look inside the book can be found here
Publisher: Loving Healing Press
ISBN: 978-1932690804
I came across this book when I was in my 4th month of pregnancy.
