Here: Body-Mind Harmony Through Present Moment Awareness.

By Dr. Douglas J. Taber

In this profound and empowering guide, scholar-sage Dr. Douglas J. Taber guides you through the liberating exploration of the infi nite openness of the present moment through transformative meditation skills and yoga-based exercise and postures. As
you unravel the mystery of your relationship with yourself and the world, this book will give simple tools that can help you effortlessly reduce stress, quiet the mind, and uncover your inner source as you create a sense of joy, peace and meaning.

HERE contains a wealth of knowledge and techniques which when applied surely will have a magnificent effect on your whole being. Dr. Taber captures the essence of meditation and yoga in an informative and easily understood manner. His research on these ancient wellness practices confirm what more and more
people are becoming aware of; a regular practice of meditation alone or combined with a yoga practice will lower levels of stress and promote peace and happiness. Everything you need to know to start a practice of meditation and yoga can be found HERE.

-Dr. Ron Sambursky is Co-Owner of Yoga Body Shop with his wife Linda in Johnson City NY
yogabodyshop.com

Dr. Douglas Taber has been sharing his knowledge and expertise of the human body for over a decade. He brings to us his personal experience and gently reminds us that it is not by chance we are reading this book, we each have the ability to be mindful aware ... present. Dr Taber, thank you for bringing us HERE, a clearly written and thoughtfully organized introduction to the world of meditation and yoga.

Namaste
-Susann Cochren, CLT, Licensed Massage Therapist, Therapeuticmassagecenter.net

In HERE, Dr. Taber has successfully blended ancient meditation and yoga practice with his unique perspective on modern neurophysiology to provide simple yet profound solutions that
anyone can apply to experience inner sanctity in their daily lives.

-Dr. Christopher DeGraw. www.degrawchiropractic.com

• Language: English
• Publisher: Xlibris US
• Release date: Aug 31, 2013
• ISBN: 9781483664545

Dr. Douglas J. Taber

ABOUT THE AUTHOR Dr. Douglas Jay Taber, BSc, DC, CPT, DCP, DAASP DAAPM, BCPM, FAAIM, FABS, BCETS, CICE, FAAETS, FABDA, FAACP, FACSP, BCMVT, BCDI, CCSMS, DABFE Douglas J. Taber, DC is a 1998 graduate of New York Chiropractic College in Seneca Falls, NY. He holds a Bachelor of Science Degree through the State University of NY at Fredonia. He has held Fellowship status with the American Academy of Integrative Medicine, the American Academy of Chiropractic Physicians, the American College of Spine Physicians, American Board of Disability Analysts, and the American Back Society. He is Board Certified in Pain Management, Motor Vehicle Accident Trauma, and Disability Trauma through the American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress, and has achieved Diplomate status with the American Academy of Pain Management, the AAIM College of Physicians, and the American Academy of Spine Physicians. Dr Taber is a Certified Ergonomics Technician, Chiropractic Sports Injury Specialist, and Certified Chiropractic Sports Medicine Specialist. Through the American Academy of Integrative Medicine, Dr. Taber holds Diplomate status with the College of Acupuncture & Neuromuscular Therapy, the College of Pain Management, and the College of Eastern Medicine. He is an Editorial Advisory Board Member of The Spine Journal, the official journal of the North American Spine Society (NASS), and has extensive lecturing experience as a Post-Graduate Faculty member of New York Chiropractic College. In addition, he has designed several online courses for post-graduate training for doctors in the areas of hip pain, shoulder disorders, and the use of injections for chronic pain management. As a pioneer in comprehensive musculoskeletal and spine care, Dr. Taber has had the unique clinical experience of practicing chiropractic healthcare in a stand-alone practice as well as within an orthopedic group and currently in a hospital-based organization, United Health Services in the Southern Tier of New York (www.uhs.net). With a writing and speaking style likened to an eclectic mix of Deepak Chopra, Mahmet Oz, and Tony Robbins, Dr. Taber has made TV and radio appearances and is regularly invited to present thought-provoking and entertaining lectures, presentations and continuing educational seminars to medical and chiropractic organizations, health care providers, hospitals, and clinics. Dr. Taber is the prolific author of multiple books, including The Back Pain Solution: Unlocking the Spinal Code (2006), The Spinal Answer Exercise Program (2009), Spinal Decompression & Stabilization Protocol (2009), Overcoming Failed Back Surgery (2010), and Spinal Stabilization: A Functional Rehab Program (2010), which he co-authored with Douglas VanVorst, DC. His childrens’ book, Bommer Bronks: Adventures of a Baseball, was released in 2012. This “bring it to the people” approach has brought him acclaim as a 2011 International Book Award Winner for his book, The Neck Pain Solution: A Guided Healing Approach. His articles have been featured in such national magazines as Chiropractic Wellness & Fitness, Health & Wellness Magazine, The American Chiropractor, and Foot Levelers’ “Secrets of My Success” series. Dr. Taber’s audio releases, Guided Meditations and Morning & Evening Affirmations, are both available on ITunes and as downloads on amazon.com. Recommended Online Resources www.herethebook.com www.guided-meditationssite.com www.bommerbronks.com www.neckpainsolutionbook.com

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Copyright © 2013 by Dr. Douglas J. Taber.

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Contents

About The Author

Introduction

Chapter One

Meditation

Chapter Two

How to Meditate: A Guide for Beginners

Chapter Three

Yoga

Basic Yoga Poses—Step-by-Step

Bibliography

For Christian and Lara

You are the poems I have dreamed of writing, the masterpieces I’ve longed to paint.

You are the shining stars I have reached for in my ever hopeful search for a life fulfilled.

You are my children.

Now with all things I am blessed.

Dad

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About The Author

Dr. Douglas J. Taber, BSc, DC, CPT, DCP, DAASP DAAPM, BCPM, FAAIM, FABS, BCETS, CICE, FAAETS, FABDA, FAACP, FACSP, BCMVT, BCDI, CCSMS, DABFE

Douglas J. Taber, DC is a 1998 graduate of New York Chiropractic College in Seneca Falls, NY. He holds a Bachelor of Science Degree through the State University of NY at Fredonia. He has held Fellowship status with the American Academy of Integrative Medicine, the American Academy of Chiropractic Physicians, the American College of Spine Physicians, American Board of Disability Analysts, and the American Back Society. He is Board Certified in Pain Management, Motor Vehicle Accident Trauma, and Disability Trauma through the American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress, and has achieved Diplomate status with the American Academy of Pain Management, the AAIM College of Physicians, and the American Academy of Spine Physicians. Dr Taber is a Certified Ergonomics Technician, Chiropractic Sports Injury Specialist, and Certified Chiropractic Sports Medicine Specialist.

Through the American Academy of Integrative Medicine, Dr. Taber holds Diplomate status with the College of Acupuncture & Neuromuscular Therapy, the College of Pain Management, and the College of Eastern Medicine. He is an Editorial Advisory Board Member of The Spine Journal, the official journal of the North American Spine Society (NASS), and has extensive lecturing experience as a Post-Graduate Faculty member of New York Chiropractic College. In addition, he has designed several online courses for post-graduate training for doctors in the areas of hip pain, shoulder disorders, and the use of injections for chronic pain management.

As a pioneer in comprehensive musculoskeletal and spine care, Dr. Taber has had the unique clinical experience of practicing chiropractic healthcare in a stand-alone practice as well as within an orthopedic group and currently in a hospital-based organization, United Health Services in the Southern Tier of New York (www.uhs.net).

With a writing and speaking style likened to an eclectic mix of Deepak Chopra, Mahmet Oz, and Tony Robbins, Dr. Taber has made TV and radio appearances and is regularly invited to present thought-provoking and entertaining lectures, presentations and continuing educational seminars to medical and chiropractic organizations, health care providers, hospitals, and clinics.

Dr. Taber is the prolific author of multiple books, including The Back Pain Solution: Unlocking the Spinal Code (2006), The Spinal Answer Exercise Program (2009), Spinal Decompression & Stabilization Protocol (2009), Overcoming Failed Back Surgery (2010), and Spinal Stabilization: A Functional Rehab Program (2010), which he co-authored with Douglas VanVorst, DC. His childrens’ book, Bommer Bronks: Adventures of a Baseball, was released in 2012. This bring it to the people approach has brought him acclaim as a 2011 International Book Award Winner for his book, The Neck Pain Solution: A Guided Healing Approach. His articles have been featured in such national magazines as Chiropractic Wellness & Fitness, Health & Wellness Magazine, The American Chiropractor, and Foot Levelers’ "Secrets of My Success" series.

Dr. Taber’s audio releases, Guided Meditations and Morning & Evening Affirmations, are both available on ITunes and as downloads on amazon.com.

Recommended Online Resources

www.herethebook.com

www.guided-meditationssite.com

www.bommerbronks.com

www.neckpainsolutionbook.com

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Introduction

Your soul knows the geography of your destiny. Your soul alone has the map of your future, therefore you can trust this indirect, oblique side of yourself. If you do, it will take you where you need to go, but more important it will teach you a kindness of rhythm in your journey.

—John O’Donohue, Anam Cara: A Book of Celtic Wisdom

The fact that you’re reading this book is not a coincidence. At play are a myriad of intertwined events, situations, circumstances, and observations which have led you to pick up this book amongst all of the other possibilities that set before you in this moment. Seeded within every