Resources
There are many books, articles and other writings pertaining to both Zero Balancing and Rolfing. I would like to share with you a few resources that you will find interesting and useful.
For a few years I published a quarterly newsletter called New Perspectives. You can find all past issues of New Perspectives here. I hope you enjoy them.
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Articles by David Laden
What is Zero Balancing?
The Social Value of Zero Balancing
The Inner World of Zero Balancing: The Healing Power of Stillness
Thoughts on the Nature of Happiness and How Zero Balancing Promotes Health and Well-Being
The Hidden Messages in Water
ZB Principles and Precepts
A Deeper Look: A Broader Context
Other Articles:
Rolfing and Zero Balancing Web sites:
- www.rolf.org The official web site of the Rolf Institute of Structural Integration (RISI). You will learn more about the history, technique and benefits of Rolfing Structural Integration. Plus, there’s a listing of all Certified Rolfers by location as well as information about the Rolfing Training Program.
- www.zerobalancing.com The official web site of the Zero Balancing Health Association (ZBHA). You will learn more about how Dr. Smith developed Zero Balancing and how ZB benefits the whole person. There is a listing of all Certified Zero Balancers by location plus information about classes, training programs, ZB certification and much more.
Books:
- ROLFING by Ida P. Rolf, PhD; 1977; Healing Arts Press : Detailed and technical with many fine illustrations. For the bodywork professional.
- IDA ROLF TALKS edited by Rosemary Feitis, DO; 1978; Rolf Institute : A wonderful compilation of Dr. Rolf’s earthy wisdom about the body/mind and the multi-faceted levels of physical reality.
- INNER BRIDGES by Fritz Frederick Smith, MD; 1986; Humanics Ltd. : A classic by the founder and developer of Zero Balancing. One of the first books to integrate Eastern and Western concepts of healing. A guide to energy movement and body structure.
- THE ALCHEMY OF TOUCH by Fritz Frederick Smith, MD; 2005; Complementary Medicine Press; A series of remarkable ZB sessions described in detail with commentary by Dr. Smith. Reveals the remarkable potential of Zero Balancing to touch people’s lives and help them heal at a deep mental, emotional and spiritual level.
Friends' and Associates web sites
- www.zbwellness.com Find out more about classes and workshops at The Zero Balancing Wellness Center in Wilmette, IL
- www.gabrielleladenhealingarts.com Find out more about Madison, WI area classes and workshops using sound and other vibrational healing techniques.
Newsletters
All New Perspectives newsletters are available for viewing and downloading here.