Paradox Publishing
The Unbroken Field
The Power of Intention in Healing
- By Michael Greenwood
- Cover / Illustrations by Miles Lowry
- 1st edition
- Alternative Medicine / Meditation
$25.00 CND
Summary
The Unbroken Field offers an integration of acupuncture, hands-on therapies, and current psycho-spiritual models, bridging the gulf between ancient perennial wisdom and modern medical science. The theme is simple, yet radical: Illness has profound meaning, and symptoms should be honoured and explored rather than be eliminated. Though the book contains information pertinent to both practitioners and the general population, it is readily readable to all and includes a very useful glossary elucidating the more esoteric concepts. Case histories and examples are uncluttered by medical terminology, and there are specific instructions about how to proceed with meditation and other self-caring practices.Endorsements
The Unbroken Field is an excellent summary of post-modern healing research based on ancient perennial wisdom and the science of quantum physics. To quote Michael Greenwood, "That Western medicine has not yet embraced modern field theories as fundamental and transforming speaks to a bureaucratically and economically driven medical system, an entrenched politics and a professional conservatism". I agree that Western medicine needs to bring itself up-to-date by incorporating concepts of our cosmos and consciousness that are being proven in physics and mathematics. More medical research needs to be directed towards peoples' experience, rather than a constructed and artificial reality constrained by our limited tools of evaluation. Michael Greenwood includes a section on cancer and loss of vibrational coherence. Current research is discovering the complex layers of information amongst cells, and this is best described within field theory. The association of sympathetic-parasympathetic imbalance resulting in chronic disease, including cancer, is reflected by an abnormal heart rate variability. The importance of the heart and balance is well described in all ancient healing traditions. Michael Greenwood expands on these concepts using quotes from philosophers, and case histories drawn from his own practice. The text includes a very useful glossary. I highly recommend this book to healthcare professionals who are concerned about the detrimental direction in which health care has been going and, like Michael Greenwood, have the courage to chart a new course.
Stephen M. Sagar MD
Radiation Oncologist, Hamilton Regional Cancer Centre and Associate
Professor McMaster University. Teaching Faculty of the Center for
Mind-Body Medicine, Washington, DC. Author of Restored Harmony: An Evidence-Based Approach to Integrating Traditional Chinese Medicine into Complementary Cancer Care.
In The Unbroken Field, Dr. Michael Greenwood draws on the healing wisdom of many traditions in treating a variety of common problems. His approach relies on the inner healing capacity that is latent in everyone, but which is largely untapped. If you think drugs and surgery are the only approach to getting and staying well, read this book. It may well transform your view of your body, and the role of your mind and spirit in your health.
Larry Dossey, MD Author: Healing beyond the body, Reinventing Medicine, and Healing Words
As a former acupuncture intern at the Victoria Pain Clinic who now uses a modified form of Dynamic Interactive Acu-Bodywork in a university outpatient setting, I am thrilled to see that Michael Greenwood has shared with us so much of his unique understanding of healing in this book. His empowering approach of honoring the wisdom of the body by moving toward symptoms rather than suppressing them is the antidote for much of what is ailing the modern health care system.
Larry Burk, MD Associate Clinical Professor of Radiology Assistant Clinical Professor of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences Director of Education, Duke Center for Integrative Medicine Duke University School of Medicine, Durham, NC
Reviews
Jed Shlackman
This book presents a nice examination of the mind-body-spirit feedback system that is the nature of our life and existence, providing insights and many case studies to show how this model can help facilitate healing processes. Meditation, chakras, chi, 5 elements, archetypes, and other aspects of this system of consciousness-energy informing the perceived reality of form are addressed.
Hans Larsen
Michael's books are "must reads" for anyone interested in exploring and effectively using the body/mind connection as a means of dealing with chronic pain and illness.
Judy Ellingham
Those who use 5-element acupuncture, Ayurvedic medicine, or French energetic acupuncture or incorporate meditation in their work or daily practice will resonate with the material presented in Dr, Michael Greenwood’s book The Unbroken Field: The Power of Intention in Healing. Dr. Greenwood is an author, teacher, and Medical Director of the Victoria Pain Clinic.
Angele Rowe
I decided to review this book rather than give it to Christina because I had a session with Michael ten years ago when he did a tour of the Okanagan. My session gave me amazing insights into one of my early hurts. For that I am grateful and if his book helps one more person start their healing journey...blessings be.
James K. Rotchford
Michael Greenwood, MD is familiar to many of us in the academy. He has lead workshops for members and has published several articles within this journal. He previously published two books related to his work as physician and healer. Indeed, his first book written in conjunction with Peter Nunn, Paradox and Healing, prompted me to call him. I then had the opportunity to participate in and witness his work at the Victoria Pain Clinic (www.vicpain.com). His second book, Braving the Void, further elaborates upon his experiences at the Victoria Pain Clinic and provides some theoretical grounds for his observations at the Clinic. Dr. Greenwood is a healer and clearly a pioneer in the domain of chronic pain management.