-Christiane Northrup, M.D. author of Women's Bodies, Women's Wisdom
"This book is a gift to all women who struggle for true nourishment!"


-Kim Chernin author of The Hungry Self
"This beautifully-written book sheds new light on struggles with eating . . . and offers hope for all who want to be free."


-National Eating Disorders Organization newsletter
"Read it in the light of the moon and the inner wisdom you find will be worth the lost sleep!"


Book Description
Reading this book is an enlightening experience! Weaving a rich tapestry of multicultural myths, ancient legends, and simple folktales, Anita Johnston teaches women how to free themselves from disordered eating by discovering the metaphors that are hidden in their own life stories. "Storytellers speak in the language of myth and metaphor," Johnston explains. "They tell us a truth that is not literal, but symbolic. If we hear the stories with only the outer ear, they can seem absurd and untrue, but when listened to with the inner ear, they convey a truth that can be understood and absorbed on a deeply personal level. In this way, stories help us connect with our inner world, to the natural rhythms and cycles of the earth, and to the power of our intuitive wisdom." In addition to being immensely enjoyable reading, Eating in the Light of the Moon is filled with practical exercises and profound insights. Twenty chapters explore different themes of self-discovery and empowerment on core issues such as: Intuition: The Inner Seeing, Hearing, Knowing Symbolism: Hunger as a Metaphor Feelings: Gifts from the Heart Moontime: Reclaiming the Body's Wisdom Dreamtime: The Journey Within Sexuality: Embracing the Feminine Recovery: Out of the Labyrinth


About the Author
Anita Johnston, Ph.D., is a clinical psychologist in private practice who specializes in women's issues and eating disorders. She co-founded the Anorexia and Bulimia Center of Hawaii in 1982 and lectures widely. Dr. Johnston lives with her husband and two daughters in Kailua, Hawaii.

FROM THE PUBLISHER

By weaving practical insights and exercises through a rich tapestry of multicultural myths, ancient legends, and folktales, Anita Johnston helps the millions of women preoccupied with their weight discover and address the issues behind their negative attitudes toward food.

SYNOPSIS

Weaving a rich tapestry of multicultural myths, ancient legends, and simple folktales, Anita Johnston teaches women how to free themselves from disordered eating by discovering the metaphors that are hidden in their own life stories.

"Storytellers speak in the language of myth and metaphor," Johnston explains. "They tell us a truth that is not literal, but symbolic. If we hear the stories with only the outer ear, they can seem absurd and untrue, but when listened to with the inner ear, they convey a truth that can be understood and absorbed on a deeply personal level. In this way, stories help us connect with our inner world, to the natural rhythms and cycles of the earth, and to the power of our intuitive wisdom."

In addition to being immensely enjoyable reading, Eating in the Light of the Moon is filled with practical exercises and profound insights. Twenty chapters explore different themes of self-discovery and empowerment on core issues such as: Intuition: The Inner Seeing, Hearing, Knowing Symbolism: Hunger as a Metaphor Feelings: Gifts from the Heart Moontime: Reclaiming the Body's Wisdom Dreamtime: The Journey Within Sexuality: Embracing the Feminine Recovery: Out of the Labyrinth

WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING

This book is a gift to all women who struggle for true nourishment!"  — (Christiane Northrup, M.D., author of Women's Bodies, Women's Wisdom)

Dr. Johnston is a storyteller 'superb,' who interprets inner landscapes, guides us through unfamiliar and often intimidating territory, and helps us emerge whole and fully alive. This book will be ain immense help to anyone who is ready to deeply understnd the inner workings of her relationship with food.  — (Rebecca Ruggles Radcliffe, author of Body Prayers)