One year later, as hutchison notes in the book of floating, it was with a sense of urgency, excitement, and a widely shared belief that floating had reached a critical mass that more than one hundred scientists and researchers with a special interest in the use of float tanks clinical and experimental psychologists, educators. Exploring the private sea consciousness classics, and mega brain power. The book of floating exploring the private sea consciousness classics by michael hutchison author lee perry other. A thorough and absorbing summary of the healing and therapeutic uses of the floatation tank invented by dr. This is the quintessential book on floating and the uses of the floatation tank. Michael hutchison has been a leader in the avs light and sound industry for many years.
Michael hutchison a thorough and absorbing summary of the healing and therapeutic uses of the floatation tank invented by the author. Buy book of floating consciousness classics 3rd third edition, third ed. This may be obtained from the publisher gateways books and tapes at 1 8008690658. Michael hutchison 1984 the book of floating exploring. Michael hutchison 194520 researched and wrote about the uses of float ing for healing, relaxation, meditation, mastery in sports, preparation for courtroom arguments, and more.
After that i traveled throughout central america which was then in the midst of revolutions and dictatorships which operated death squads. Michael hutchison 194520 researched and wrote about the uses of float ing for healing, relaxation, meditation, mastery in sports, preparation for courtroom. With an overdrive account, you can save your favorite libraries for ataglance information about availability. An investigation of mindbody politics by hutchison, michael and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Book of floating, the by michael hutchison, 9780895561183, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. The human body has an exquisitely sensitive selfmonitoring and selfregulating system that is constantly working to maintain the body in homeostasis an optimal state of.
These categories are often referred to as the seven theories of floating read more. See all books authored by michael hutchison, including the book of floating. Modern science has conclusively shown that health exists when balance is maintained within the various systems of the body. Under contract to write a book about central america in the 1970s, he took up residence in the ancient home of an owner of a coffee finca, long abandoned. Thom talks about the enlightenment of his longtime friend michael hutchison, author of megabrain. Exploring the private sea michael hutchison on amazon. We were very sad to hear of the passing of michael hutchison, who died on 22 jul, 20. Unfortunately, in 20 we lost an important member of the floatation community, michael hutchison, the author of the book of floatingone of the most influential books on floatation therapy.
Much evidence from this research is able to be categorised into one of the following seven distinct, yet interrelated groups that michael hutchison wrote about in his book the book of floating. Floating is a sciencebacked methodology for reducing anxiety, helping athletes recover, and provides numerous other benefits. In the ideal state of homeostasis, we have a tremendous capacity to maintain health and function at optimum levels both physically and mentally. Michael hutchison s career as a writer had an unexpectedly adventurous beginning. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. How and why does floatation therapysensory deprivation. But like most people, his views on floating changed dramatically after his first time in a. A copy that has been read, but remains in clean condition.
Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Spanning 152 pages the work balances education with personal accounts, and includes references to scientific data. The book of floating by michael hutchison overdrive. Search for library items search for lists search for contacts search for a library.
Michael hutchison 194520 was a journalist, author, and researcher of brainmind devices. In the early 1980s, journalist michael hutchison set out to debunk. Exploring the private sea consciousness classics by michael hutchison 20050101 on. Excerpts from the book of floating by michael hutchison. Book of floating consciousness classics 3 edition by. Read book of floating exploring the private sea by michael hutchison available from rakuten kobo.
The benefit of weightlessness, or anti gravity is arguably the category that has the most effect on the physical condition our body. In loving memory of michael hutchison 194520 youtube. The new medical research on floating extends these uses and confirms the value of hutchison s overview. The first half is an examination of why floating feels so healing and positive in effect, and the author explores a lot of plausible theories and studies albeit since this book dates from the 1980s, none of. Michael wrote the book of floating 1984, a book which we refer to frequently for scientific research, techniques or general information on floatation therapy. New tools and techniques for brain growth and mind expansion, and mega brain power. The book of floating exploring private sea michael hutchison. In loving memory of michael hutchison best floatation. It actually came out a year ago, when flotation centerscommercial operations with. Transform your life with mind machines and brain nutrients. Book of floating consciousness classics michael hutchison on.
Michael authored the book of floating, a resource that we recommend to everyone. On july 22nd, the float community lost a great friend in michael hutchison. Michael hutchison shares the experience of a professional photographer who quit his cocaine habit and the musician who changed his. Exploring the private sea by michael hutchison 1984. His close friend, thom hartmann, provides this beautiful memorial. Michael hutchisons the book of floating was first published in 1984, and was the first comprehensive exploration of the history, science and. In the book of floating 2, michael hutchison, shares multiple personal stories of how floating changed lives. My first novel, ozone was the winner of the james michener prize awarded by the copernicus foundation, but sadly was destroyed in a fire before it could be published. Hutchison has done extensive research, and he summarises the information on floating as an aid to health and relaxation, as used for visualisation in various professions including law, the arts, and professional sports, as used to break addictions, and so on. Michael hutchison books list of books by author michael. Michael cordova, founder of the floating point float center in berkshire, united kingdom walks through the intricate benefits of floating. Floatology is conveniently located near the tempe improv in tempe, arizona at the corner of rural and university.
This book possibly has done more to promote floating than any other single event. Pages can include limited notes and highlighting, and the copy can include previous owner inscriptions. Book of floating consciousness classics third edition, third edition edition. See the complete profile on linkedin and discover michaels. This was a very interesting read for someone like me who loves floating. Michael has also written groundbreaking books about brain technology, including megabrain. The author wrote the book to discuss all the studies done about the practice of floating in a flotation tank. Exploring the private sea consciousness classics michael hutchinson isbn. Transform your life with mind machines and brain nutrients, and more on. Exploring the private sea he discusses 7 theories of floating and their unique but interrelated benefits.
Exploring the private sea and millions of other books are available for amazon kindle. Read pdf the book of floating exploring private sea michael hutchison the book of floating exploring private sea michael hutchison when somebody should go to the book stores, search commencement by shop, shelf by shelf, it is truly problematic. Exploring the private sea consciousness classics by michael hutchison 20050101. There are those who have quit smoking and those that have lost weight by changing their dietary habits. Since then, an edited version of this interview has been published in the new and updated edition of michaels book of floating.
Introduction stepping into the private sea this is a book about floating atop a teninchdeep pool of water in a dark, enclosed chamber about the size of a small closet lying on its side. Book of floating ebook by michael hutchison rakuten kobo. Michael passed away july 22, 20 and he will be missed. Michael hutchison 11 followers my first novel, ozone was the winner of the james michener prize awarded by the copernicus foundation, but sadly was destroyed in a fire before it could be published. Get it today with same day delivery, order pickup or drive up. Floating away anxiety with michael cordova decoding. See all 12 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Exploring the private sea is a classic read that both informs and inspires.
Floating is supposed to be a selfhealing practice, enabling floaters to have excellent theta brain waves. View michael hutchisons profile on linkedin, the worlds largest professional community. Exploring the private sea by michael hutchison, 9780895561527, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Finding relief in a float tank isolate flotation center. A thorough and absorbing summary of the healing and therapeutic. Exploring the private sea by michael hutchison 1984 in the early 1980s, journalist michael hutchison set out to debunk what he was certain was an overlyhyped fad.
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