Documentary “Heal” (Amazon Prime)

This is an intense documentary that focuses on the profound connections between body-mind-spirit. While it will strike some as too “woo-woo,” it is well worth the wade. There are interviews with a wide variety of professionals from scientists to spiritual healers and the interviews are interwoven with personal journey narratives that are remarkable and thought provoking. There are some amazing stories, and it provides a window into the world of alternative medicine. This can broaden our vision of the healing process, and possibly offer more options. Released in 2017, 107 minutes. highly recommended

Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs (see Wikipedia, a free information service that needs even small donations)

This is a simple and useful pyramid graphic for understanding the fundamental needs of human beings. It begins with the most basic needs, physiological (food, water, etc.) and ending with self-actualization, that is fulfilling our creative potential. It can be helpful for understanding gaps in one’s own growth and development and present life. Recognizing those gaps can provide a map for what needs attention. suggested

The Velveteen Rabbit, by Margery Williams Doubleday, Doran & Company, Inc., in 1922

This is a children’s book about a toy rabbit that in the beginning is beautiful, but not real. When the rabbit learns there are real rabbits, he wants to become real, too. The story is about how he becomes real and the lessons he learns along the way. This simple, lovely story is a great allegory of the trials and tribulations we humans face along the way of living our lives. Read as though you are the velveteen rabbit. recommended

The Mother (see Wikipedia, a free information service that needs even small donations)

Born Mirra Alfassa February 21, 1878 Paris, France. Even in early childhood she had spiritual experiences. She became the collaborator of Sri Aurobindo, and lived at and managed the Sri Aurobindo ashram (a place for spiritual study and discipline.) highly recommended – see Amazon and/or the Sri Aurobindo Ashram website for anything that appeals to you.