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John Selby

    December 28, 1945

    The author's life has been shaped by a profound contrast between rural grounding and a cosmopolitan outlook, transitioning from cattle ranches to bustling cities and international experiences. His intellectual journey led through psychology and brain research, a period as a minister, and early screenwriting endeavors in Hollywood, all fueled by a deep interest in Buddhist meditation and spiritual inquiry. This led to an eclectic career developing self-help materials, exploring shamanic practices, and ultimately cultivating a distinctive literary voice in fiction. Currently, the author is dedicated to advancing his unique fictional genre while also engaging with mindfulness practices and the burgeoning cannabis community.

    Quiet Your Mind
    Secrets of a Good Night's Sleep
    Conscious healing
    Cannabis for Couples
    Sex and Spirit
    Seven Masters, One Path
    • 2022

      A Short History of South Africa

      • 300 pages
      • 11 hours of reading

      Focusing on the arrival of Europeans in South Africa, this book explores the complex interactions among the Dutch, British, and Afrikaners, alongside the diverse ethnic groups such as the Xhosa and Zulus. It delves into the historical dynamics and conflicts that shaped the region, providing a comprehensive view of the colonial impact on South African society.

      A Short History of South Africa
    • 2021

      Soul Man

      • 528 pages
      • 19 hours of reading

      The plot centers on psychiatrist David Reynolds, who is murdered during a snowstorm. After his death, he experiences a surreal twist as he finds himself perceiving the world through the eyes of his killer, trapped within the killer's body. This unique perspective raises intriguing questions about identity, morality, and the nature of consciousness, as Reynolds grapples with the reality of his situation while seeking a way to reclaim his life.

      Soul Man
    • 2021

      When the authors two children a boy and a girl were young, they often crawled into bed with his wife and him in the morning, he would make up stories about two little mice, Ticklemouse and his friend Lively, who lived in the same house as the little boy or girl, depending on who was listening. Ticklemouse was the authors right hand and Lively his left, and they loved to tickle the kids whenever the mice got excited during the story. He never knew where the stories would go as he made them up, but over time, several were repeated often enough that they became memorable. When his kids grew up and had kids of their own, the author

      ADVENTURES OF TICKLEMOUSE
    • 2021

      When the author's two children (a boy and a girl) were young, they often crawled into bed with his wife and him in the morning, he would make up stories about two little mice, Ticklemouse and his friend Lively, who lived in the same house as the little boy or girl, depending on who was listening. Ticklemouse was the author's right hand and Lively his left, and they loved to tickle the kids whenever the mice got excited during the story. He never knew where the stories would go as he made them up, but over time, several were repeated often enough that they became memorable. When his kids grew up and had kids of their own, the author wrote down four of the stories and discovered that they were just as popular with his grandkids. These stories of shared laughter and fun became The Adventures of Ticklemouse. The author hopes you and your children or grandchildren enjoy them as much as his did and still do.

      The Adventures of Ticklemouse
    • 2020

      Higher Forces

      • 326 pages
      • 12 hours of reading

      The story follows Jack Hadley, a conflicted bio-psych professor, who becomes enamored with Mahalena, a revolutionary post-feminist woman. Their relationship ignites a passionate quest that puts them at odds with powerful adversaries, including the CIA and tech giant Google. As they navigate dangerous challenges, they also explore a deep, often sensual connection, intertwining their personal struggles with broader themes of love, rebellion, and the complexities of modern life.

      Higher Forces
    • 2020

      Cannabis for Couples

      Enhance Intimacy and Elevate Your Relationship

      • 224 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      This guide explores the use of cannabis as a tool to enhance emotional, sexual, and spiritual connections. It offers practical steps and insights for individuals and couples looking to deepen their relationships through intentional cannabis use. The book emphasizes the potential benefits of cannabis in fostering intimacy and understanding, providing readers with strategies to create a more profound bond with their partners.

      Cannabis for Couples
    • 2005

      Conscious healing

      • 208 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      Based on new medical research and on their extraordinary success in teaching sick people how to activate and balance their own immune systems, the authors offer twelve mind-body methods that provide anyone suffering from an illness or injury with a step-by-step program for inner self-healing to supplement a doctor's care.

      Conscious healing
    • 2004

      Quiet Your Mind

      • 256 pages
      • 9 hours of reading
      3.9(77)Add rating

      Psychologist, teacher and therapist, John Selby, shows how the non-stop chatter of our minds and our own fear-based thoughts so easily catch us up in negative, destructive mindsets such as irritation, worry, impatience, guilt, inadequacy, hostility, shame and despair. Quiet Your Mind provides an easily-accessible toolbox for rising above harmful thoughts and regaining inner peace, by shifting at will into a special 'quiet mind' state of awareness where reflective thinking stops and true, spontaneous enjoyment of life begins.

      Quiet Your Mind
    • 2003

      Seven Masters, One Path

      • 192 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      This volume should appeal to those with no knowledge of meditation who are interested in its therapeutic benefits, as well as New Age and Buddhist readers who want to improve their skills. This book explains the meditation techniques of many great teachers. schovat popis

      Seven Masters, One Path
    • 1999

      Sex and Spirit

      Merging Heart and Soul in Love

      • 276 pages
      • 10 hours of reading

      Focusing on the deeper dimensions of intimacy, this book explores how to elevate sexual encounters beyond mere physicality. John Selby, a leading expert, guides readers to infuse their relationships with spontaneity, spirituality, and joy, ultimately enhancing both personal fulfillment and connection with partners.

      Sex and Spirit