{"title":"Janet Stone","description":"\u003cp\u003eJanet Stone’s works explore the intricate connections between mind, body, and spirit, inviting readers to reflect on their own journeys of growth and healing. Her writing blends insightful storytelling with practical wisdom, making complex health and wellness concepts accessible and engaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eStories of Our Lives\u003c\/em\u003e exemplifies Stone’s compassionate approach, offering narratives that inspire self-awareness and resilience. Readers seeking thoughtful perspectives on personal well-being will find her books both enriching and comforting.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"stories-of-our-lives-by-janet-stone-9798887621883","title":"Stories of Our Lives","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeaving the wisdom of ancient Hindu tales with contemporary analysis and guided meditations, \u003cem\u003eStories of Our Lives\u003c\/em\u003e illustrates how these age-old stories teach universal lessons and insights for understanding ourselves today.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePassed down for generations, India’s puranas consist of ancient tales and epics filled with rich symbolism, beloved characters and deities, and sage lessons for understanding the world. \u003cem\u003eStories of Our Lives\u003c\/em\u003e presents a retelling of eight classic tales, along with a detailed analysis of their symbolism and contemporary significance, reflection questions for contemplation, guided meditations, mudras, and mantras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a devoted student of the puranas or this is your first introduction to them, you will find something to identify with in these engaging, wisdom-filled stories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTIME-HONOURED CLASSICS: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eStories of Our Lives \u003c\/em\u003eincludes classic Hindu epics such as the stories of Lakshmi, Durga, Hanuman, and other gods and goddesses. Told with engrossing, eloquent prose, author Janet Stone breathes new life into these time-honoured tales.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEXPERIENCED AUTHOR: \u003c\/strong\u003eA dedicated student of yoga since first travelling to India, the birthplace of her grandfather, Janet Stone has more than 30 years’ experience studying Hinduism and more than 20 years’ experience as a Vinyasa and Bhakti yoga teacher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eANALYSIS \u0026amp; GUIDED MEDITATIONS: \u003c\/strong\u003eAccompanying each tale is an in-depth analysis of the story’s major themes and symbols and its contemporary significance. Additionally, to further apply the wisdom of the stories in your own life and spiritual practice, each story includes reflection questions and exercises, guided meditations and movement practices, mudras, and mantras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDEEPEN YOUR YOGA PRACTICE: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe wisdom and spiritual teachings found within the puranas are inextricably linked to the practice of yoga. \u003cem\u003eStories of Our Lives\u003c\/em\u003e provides an opportunity for the beginner yogi to deepen their knowledge of yogic tradition and enhance their practice in the process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Simon \u0026 Schuster NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47456417579244,"sku":"9798887621883","price":59.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/6ddfee8e035d8d018e67d0491f92df05.jpg?v=1775016714"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/janet-stone.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}