About the Book
"We need this book now! Reading The Namaste Effect is like sitting at the feet of a master story-teller and teacher..." --Amy Weintraub, Founder of LifeForce Yoga, author of Yoga for Depression
Namaste, a word used in many cultures, expresses that when we come from a place of love and oneness, we connect with others, to become one. Our times are plagued with senseless violence, bullying, prejudices, and blatant hatred. Something has happened to the model of love that all wisdom traditions expound upon as the greatest virtue--the concept of treating everyone as we wish to be treated. In The Namaste Effect, we are guided to such connection by tapping into our higher consciousness through the subtle energy centers known as chakras, to spark the release of love from our hearts and send it to others. With that action, we affect each other and eventually the entire globe.
In The Namaste Effect, master teacher, storyteller and healer Nischala Joy Devi shows the way to such connection by tapping into our higher consciousness through the subtle energy centers known as chakras, to spark the release of love from our hearts and send it to others. With that action, we affect each other and eventually the Namaste Effect enriches the entire globe. This book offers a way to live in this world by expressing love and compassion as our primary actions.
Told through a series of examples and heartwarming stories, Nischala Devi navigates through the seven chakras in her signature storytelling style that will appeal to her legions of avid fans as well as those new to her work. Many of these stories come from people who were tested beyond their limits and survived by reaching into the depth of their hearts to remember the spirit in everyone. They transformed profound wisdom by creating ways to resolve the traumas that life brings.
Take the time to find your own narrative within their stories. Discover how can you use these stories and beliefs to gratify your life with the joy that is your birthright. As the pages unfurl, allow The Namaste Effect to reignite your heart to the experience of boundless love. It is this universal love that is present and available to all in the vastness of this universe.
Advance praise for The Namaste Effect:
"The Namaste Effect is brilliant. Nischala Joy Devi, a masterful guide and educator, comes from a deep place of love and oneness, inspiring us to do the same. The Namaste Effect illuminates each of the major chakras with a heartfelt and loving touch that rings with truth. She brings each chakra to life with soul, science, storytelling, and especially with love." --Julie Lusk, MEd, E-RYT 500, author of Yoga Nidra for Complete Relaxation and Stress Relief
"Nischala Devi is simply a beautiful being I am honored to call my friend. Let her be your guide on this sacred path towards love, compassionate and genuine caring." --Deva Premal, Mantra singer, Spiritual Musician and Composer
"The Namaste Effect is a heart-opening call to an inner awakening for a loving and compassionate life. Nischala Devi relates the subject of the chakras to an open spirituality which draws from religious and philosophical thoughts both from the East and the West. The examples from Nischala Devi's own life reveal her passion to heal the human heart with Love. May this book open many gates of spiritual understanding and inner learning." --Swami Durgananda, director, Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centers Europe
About the Author :
Nischala Joy Devi is a masterful teacher and healer. For many years she has been highly respected as an international advocate for her innovative way of expressing Yoga and its subtle uses for spiritual growth and complete healing. Her dynamic delivery and deep inner conviction empower each individual, allowing the teachings to expand beyond boundaries and limitations of any one tradition enabling her to touch people's hearts. She was graced to spend many years as a monastic disciple with the world renowned Yogiraj Sri Swami Satchidanandaji, receiving his direct guidance and teachings. She also was blessed with teachings from great Yoga masters in US, India and worldwide. Originally trained in Western medicine, she began to blend western medicine with Yoga, offered her expertise in developing the yoga portion of The Dean Ornish Program for Reversing Heart Disease, and co-founded the award-winning Commonweal Cancer Help Program. Her book The Healing Path of Yoga, and her Abundant WellBeing Audio Series expresses these teachings. With her knowledge of yoga and her experience in assisting those with life-threatening diseases (particularly people with heart disease and cancer), she created Yoga of the Heart(R), a training and certification program for Yoga teachers and health professionals designed to adapt Yoga practices to the special needs of that population. She is dedicated to bringing the Feminine back into spirituality and the scriptures, as expressed in her book, The Secret Power of Yoga, a woman's guide to the heart and spirit of the Yoga Sutras. The Secret Power of Yoga audiobook was the Nautilus Book Silver Award Winner in 2009. Understanding the need for more love and compassion in today's world, The Namaste Effect, her most recent writing, explores a heart-centered way of living. Visit her website at abundantwellbeing.com
Review :
"The Namaste Effect sings and soars with insights galore. Nischala draws from a plethora of cultural, religious, literary and sacred traditions to illuminate these valuable teachings for practical and spiritual living. The information, affirmations and meditations offered will illuminate and inspire you on your path of self-understanding and right action, empowered with love and devotion Its uplifting message of peace, love, and acceptance of oneself and others is sorely needed in today's world. This book thoroughly beams brightly. I urge you to get a copy to find out for yourself." --Julie Lusk, author of Yoga Nidra for Complete Relaxation and Stress Relief
"Nischala Devi is simply a beautiful being I am honored to call my friend. Let her be your guide on this sacred path towards love, compassionate and genuine caring." --Deva Premal, Mantra singer, Spiritual Musician and Composer
"The Namaste Effect is a heart-opening call to an inner awakening for a loving and compassionate life. Nischala Devi relates the subject of the chakras to an open spirituality which draws from religious and philosophical thoughts both from the East and the West. Each chakra is presented with its element, sensory scope, psychology and transformative spiritual power. The reader is uplifted by many real life stories which show that a positive personal change is possible. The examples from Nischala Devi's own life reveal her passion to heal the human heart with Love. May this book open many gates of spiritual understanding and inner learning." --Swami Durgananda, director, Sivananda Yoga Vedanta Centers Europe
"We need this book now! Each Chakra has a chapter with teaching stories, profound wisdom and practices drawn from Nischala Devi's long years on the path, from devotee to her ground-breaking work with the Dean Ornish program, to a place of spiritual leadership in the world. Reading The Namaste Effect is like sitting at the feet of a master story-teller and teacher who is helping us learn, practice and grow into unconditional love." --Amy Weintraub, Founder of LifeForce Yoga, author of Yoga for Depression, Yoga Skills for Therapists and the forthcoming, Temple Dancer
"I've always believed the heart is the final destination of all spiritual traditions, including the chakras. This wonderful book, written through the lens of the chakra system, simply shines with love on every page, with an engaging style that makes you feel you are in the arms of a loving mother reading you a story at bedtime. Yet hidden with these pages is a treasure trove of deep spiritual wisdom." --Anodea Judith, author of Wheels of Life, The Global Heart Awakens
"This is an age when the words Namaste and Chakra are often bandied about with no idea what they really mean. In The Namaste Effect, Nischala Joy Devi takes us deep into the true heart of these spiritual treasures. With her own profound understanding, she opens doors and leads us into the real spiritual meaning, showing us how to use it to enhance our inner lives, our lives in the world, and our hearts." --Prakasha Shakti Capen, Spiritual Teacher, Integral Yoga Minister
"Nischala Devi's book is a journey we must all someday take to understand our most hidden desires and our need for love and happiness. Through the vehicle of the 7 Mystical Chakras, this wise and compassionate teacher shows us how we can truly 'light up the world' and become agents for positive change on this planet." --Nischala Cryer, co-founder, Ananda University, author of The Four Stages of Yoga
