The Chemistry of Joy
eBook - ePub

The Chemistry of Joy

A Three-Step Program for Overcoming Depression Through Western Science and Eastern Wisdom

  1. 304 pages
  2. English
  3. ePUB (mobile friendly)
  4. Available on iOS & Android
eBook - ePub

The Chemistry of Joy

A Three-Step Program for Overcoming Depression Through Western Science and Eastern Wisdom

About this book

The classic book that New York Times bestselling author Dr. Larry Dossey called "a valuable guide for anyone wishing to find greater exuberance and fulfillment in their life, " The Chemistry of Joy offers a unique blend of Western science and Eastern philosophy to show you how to treat depression more naturally and effectively, and what you can do TODAY to create a happier, more fulfilling life for yourself. The Chemistry of Joy presents Dr. Emmons's natural approach to depression—supplemented with medication if necessary—combining the best of Western medicine and Eastern teaching to create your body's own biochemistry of joy. Integrating Western brain chemistry, natural and Ayurvedic medicine, Buddhist psychology, and his own joyful heart techniques, Dr. Emmons creates a practical program for each of the three types of depression: anxious depression, agitated depression, and sluggish depression. The Chemistry of Joy helps you to identify which type of depression you are experiencing and provides a specific diet and exercise plan to address it, as well as nutritional supplements and "psychology of mindfulness" exercises that can restore your body's natural balance and energy. This flexible approach creates newfound joy for those whose lives have been touched by depression—and pathways for all who seek to actively improve their emotional lives.

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Table of contents

  1. Cover
  2. Title Page
  3. Copyright Page
  4. Dedication
  5. Contents
  6. Chapter 1: The Mysterious Mix of Science and Spirit
  7. Step 1: Understand Your Brain
  8. Step 2: Know Your Ayurvedic Type
  9. Step 3: Discover Your Buddhist Emotional Type
  10. Appendix A: Serotonin-Enhancing Foods
  11. Appendix B: Dopamine/Norepinephrine—Enhancing Foods
  12. Appendix C: Resources
  13. Notes
  14. Acknowledgments
  15. Index
  16. About the Author
  17. About the Writer