Blog archives for June, 2009

One day after its official launch, David Simon’s newest book, Free to Love, Free to Heal has climbed to #42  on Amazon’s overall bestsellers list!  Read the book reviews here.

We have just returned from the Healing the Heart workshop in Chicago. Each day guests from all over the country came together for a transformative weekend to let go of the pain of the past and discover emotional freedom.
The Chopra Center’s Medical Director and Co-Founder, Dr. David Simon, led the participants in a powerful five-step [...]

In the wake of Iran’s disputed presidential elections, the Ahmadinejad regime has stepped up its censorship of independent media and web sites, including the health resources and mind-body healing information offered at www.chopra.com.
The Chopra Center web site has joined the ranks of more than five million Internet sites banned by the Iranian government since 2008. [...]

What you will need:

Heavy bottomed stainless steel pot

Strainer and flour sack kitchen towel (or a piece of cheesecloth)

Clear glass container with tight-fitting lid

1 pound organic unsalted butter

Place your butter in the pot. Bring the butter to a boil, then reduce the heat to a slow, steady simmer. The butter will begin to [...]

Our Emotion Freedom program was a tremendous success!
In this course participants are encouraged to  ride the waves of pain and pleasure without getting mired in either. Although this may seem like a special talent possessed by only a few, it is a process and a learnable skill.
Emotional Freedom is a transformative five-day experience that will [...]

Chopra Center co-founder Dr. David Simon talks about topics from his new book, Free to Love, Free to Heal.

To learn more about our Free to Love, Free to Heal program, call 888.736.6895 or click here

The Very Best Tofu Burgers
Makes 8 Burgers
Ingredients
2–3 slices of dried bread
1 teaspoon ghee* or olive oil
1 cup chopped leeks or onions
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
16 ounces fresh, low-fat tofu, firm or extra firm, drained and crumbled
1/4 cup mixed nuts/seeds (sunflower, walnut, pine nut, almonds, or others)
1 cup grated zucchini
1 cup grated carrot
1 teaspoon basil, dried
1 teaspoon [...]

Raita is an Indian condiment that is often served with curry or used as a dressing for salads and wraps. Raita is usually served chilled and cools the palate, making it a perfect accompaniment for spicy Asian dishes. Use it as a sauce for stuffed vegetables, a topping for baked potatoes, or a dip for [...]